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Communicated.
THE FAIR AT CONCERT HALL.

Mr.. TOWERS AS you have manifested con-
siderable degree of concern in local affairs since
you have favored the public with your useful
Sheet hope you will allow us to give, through
your columns, passing notice of the Fair now
being held at Concert Hall in behalf of the Sec
ond Presbyterian Church of our city. The OBJ
ject is to relieve that Church of of its fnan-
cial embarrassments and enable it to increase its
sphere of usefulness We were much delighted
in visit we made this Fair last evening. The
tables were covered with elegant aud useful ar
tcles, which were vended by most graceful and
interesting young ladies', who appeared deter
mined to render the visit of their patrons graft
flying and Joyous. There is an excellent band of
music in attendance and a great diversity of at
traction. We would recommend all our citizens.
and strangers to drop into this Fair during the
evenings it will be held, and they may depend
upon receiving more than guild pro quo for their
time and money, with the consciousness, too,
that they have countenanced a laudable under
taking. X.
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ducing all duties exceeding IS cent. to this
amount on the 1st September, 1915, was struck
out by vote of rs to ga.
At half past O'Clock the committee rose, and
reported the bill.
The floor was assigned to Mr. MCKAY, who
said he was too feeble 10 proceed with any re-
marks, but he had designed to submit some
Cries of" Adjourn, adjourn" were heard.
Mr.. DROMGOOLE submitted resolution
that the bill should continue to be the special or
der for tomorrow, and until finally disposed of.
With the understanding that Mr. MCKAY has
the floor in the morning,
The House adjourned.
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sI5 FAIR.-A sale of useful and ornamental ar
ticles will be commenced by the Ladies of the Sec
ond Presbyterian Church on Monday next, May 6, at
Concert Hall, (Tedd's Rooms,) four doors west Of
Browns Hotel. They very respectfully invite the
citizens Of the District and strangers visiting the
city, to give them call everything will be sold at
moderate profit 1t is the first time for ten years
that they have appeared before the public in this
pacity, and would not now, but for the purpose of
liquidating debt of the Church. and for making
some repairs on their place of worship which
tually necessary. The room will be open on Mon
day from ~ M. to 10 T NJ, but every following
day during the week from A. M to 10 P. M.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

lThe House attempted to hold night session
on Tuesday, but were obliged to adjourn tor
want of a quorum. As the journaul was read,
we learnt that at 10 minutes after o'clock Mr..
HOPKINS moved an adjournment, which was
carried by % to ID
Mr. WELLER moved suspension OF the
rules to enable him to submit resolution rescIn-
dino the one already passed, by which the Tariff
debate was to conclude to day at l O'Clock, ana
extending the time until Friday at | o'clock
Mr.. CAVE JOHNSON moved call Of the
House.
Mr.. COBB, of Ga, desired to know, before
voting, whether gentlemen on me other sac sun
Certainly, certainly, was the response OF seve-
raj Wings
call OF the House commenced, but at
tho succession of Mr.. VANCE, it was dspens-
ed with, and the yeas and nays were taken at once
on the motion to suspend the rules, and were ayes
90 noes II; SO two thirds not voting IN the alff-
native, the motion was lost
NJ BARNARD then submitted resolution
that all debate on the Tariff bill should cease on
Friday at o'clock, and that this resolution should
have force any previous order to the contrary,
notwithstanding. :
order.
Mr.. BARNARD appealed and argued that it
did not require two-thrds to resclnd the order OF
the House-that majority might set aside any
ruIe which was not among the standing rules.
The SPEAKER did not deny this, but said the
first step was to rescnd tho resolution passed.
otherwise the House would have two conflicting
resolutions before it of equal efficacy
The yeas and nays were called on the appeal,
and the Sneakers decision was sustained, yeas
10, nays So
motion was made to go into Committee OF
the Whole and Mr.. BARNARD demanded the
yeas and nays, which were ordered ana STOOD
liz to So
"BRITIsH" TARIFF BILL.
1t was nearly one o'clock when the committee
was formed.
MIR. DUNCAN took the floor, and exhibited
some nrinted canvass, which he called "Whg
banners, Considerable noise prevailed during
this puppet show, and il, was with difficulty that
Mr.. Burt, of S. c., could obtain his right to the
floor
Mr.. BURT, having succeeded III getting tne
floor, made the best use of his limited time III
condemning the tariff of 49, while, at the same
time he expresses himself as by no means salts
fed with the present bill. The policy of prolec-
ton was grinding the South to dust, &c.
Messrs. ELLIS, of N. Y /, and WINTHROP,
of Mass, said few words, and then the hour OF
one brought the Chairman's hammer TO the desk,
All debate was al an END.
The pending amendment was to increase the
dutv IN coarse manufactured wool from l5 to 30
per cent, and this was rejected by n to 40. II
was them moved to fix the duty at 20 per cent,
and this was carried by 80 to TO.
The House then went on with the bill, and
voted upon all sorts of amendments.
The clause, towards the close OF the Duh re-
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NOTICE.

Wv HEREAS, q certain colored woman, by the
name of Maria Barton, came to my house on we'd
nesday last, during nay ABSENCE and abused the Wo-
man in charge of my premises, without other provo
cation than being repeatedly ordered off She was
put out of the yard by my housekeeper, whom she
struck in the breast with her hand, and afterwards
attempted TO assault with brick. In consequence
of said abuse and assault, warrant was procured,
and she was fHed and held to bail. Although wo-
man of such VIGOROUSLY infamous character, the
magistrate, Thompson, and Constable Moore suffered
her to swear that my housekeeper as bad her
self, and that she a public street walker. saw
the magistrate previous to the trial. and he said there
was no occasion for me- as the woman's evidence
was sufficient in her case. They said that my
housekeeper should pay fine and give security also
and while at the magistrates, they would not even
permit her to go to the door to speak to any person.
She bears a good character amongst respectable
white people who know her; and for my part, say,
that she has conducted herself with prudence and
proprety while she has lived with me-not being
given to riong or strong the streets after hours.
wish the public to know how she has been treated
by combination of persons. She is very hard of.
hearing-and the only thing they urge against her is,
that she calls loudly after her children when doing
wrong!
In consideration Of said treatment, warn all dis
orderly persons, either black white, from coming
on to my premises without written note directed to
me respecting their business, and in no way to dis
urb or i'll treat any Of my servants at home or in the
streets. UEOhpE bOWEN.
WAsurNcToN, April 90, 1914. may9-3t
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IsA CARD-The ladies of the Methodist Pro-
testant Church respectfully announce TO the public
their intention of opening their Fair Monday, the
29th of April, at Apollo Hail. where they will dis
play their beautiful and elegant collection, compr-
sing the latest patterns Of useful and ornamental ar
tcies; among which will be found handsome Silk
and Worsted Embroidery, Shell and Wax Work,
chiefly their own work, together with Perfumery,
Stationery, Refreshments. Abundance 49, cents.
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n1ay9
.aILCTION C.HRD.

IN .aUCTTON C.HRD
i HE undersigned respectfully call the attention oil
citizens generally to their new arrangements Tor inc
conducting of the Auction and Commission BUSINESS
store for the arrangement of sales both public and
private.
We would solicit constituents furniture, Crock
cry, and Glassware Hardware, Dry Goods, Clothing,
Groceries, Books and Stationery, and OF personal
property generally.
Especial attention given to sales at private build
ings, which will be conducted by w. b. Lewis.
Cash advances made when required on goods not
limited. LEWIS s. HUNT, Auctioneers
may9-3t Pennsylvania avenue, near 18th st.
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GENTIE.ME.N.s FURNISHING ARTICLES.

CENT EME.N,S FURNISHING ARTICLES.
WE have received from Philadelphia an extern
w tensivc invoice of Wearing Apparel, to be sold
cheaper than ever--for instance Shirts with linen
bosoms and wristbands, for 80 cents, worth 81 70
Do super with long bosoms and Byron collars, SUIT
able for summer wear, for 81 25-Just the same ar-
cle hey ask YOU 40 SO for in other diggins Do.
per do, all linen, for SO What all linen for S3
Why, they charge IS elsewhere they must be com
mon and coarse. No, they amt, elther-call and
see-they speak for themselves Bosoms, for l25,
1872, 25, 375 and SO cents Collars, at l2s 49, and
25 cents, worth so cents; Do super 40. french, at
All and so cents. Summer Stocks, 37A cents
worth rs cents. Black Italian Silk Crayats, Scaris,
Gloves, and Hosiery with large assortment OF SUM
mer Clothing at Northern prices. ,,,,>
LEWIS s. HUNT,
mave Penn avenue, near 18th st.
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L 0CA L N E w S..

MAY BALL.-The annual fete of Mr.. Liable
is announced for this evening at the Assembly
Rooms. The deservedly high reputation which
Mr.. L. has acquired in the direction of these
affairs, renders any commentator from US unne-
cessary. Those who attend will be richly repaid.
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MIR. f. C. Liable has the honor to inform the
Ladies and Gentlemen of Washington, Georgetown,
and Alexandria, that his May Ball will take place on
Thursday evening, the 9th instant at the Assembly
Rooms, where large improvements have been made
for the accommodation of Ladies relative to seats,
&c., &c.
Gentlemen's tickets to be obtained at Mr.. Fischers
Stationers' Hail. Mr.. Patterson's Drug Store, Mr.
France, Athenaum Buildings, Mr.. Callans, corner
of and 7th streets, Mr.. Clements Stationery store
Georgetown and at the door on the evening of the
Ball
N. B. Ladies who have not received invitations
will please forward their names as early possible
may6-4t
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BY LEWIS & HUNT.

CITY AUCTION AND COMMISSION STORE.
PENN AVENUE, NEAR lITH STREET.
ON SATURDAY MORNING, MAY llth, at 10
" o'clock in front of our Auction Store, Pennsyl-
vana Avenue, 18th street, shall sell the Fur
niture Of family leaving the city among which are
8 feather beds and bedsteads
pair mahogany dining tables, wardrobes
Dressing bureaus plain do, sdeboards
Chairs, carpets, shoves and tongs, tenders, SC.
Also 2 cases, suitable for Office; lot of win
dow sashes panel doors, &c.
Also, one secondhand gold watch, and splendid
embossed Encampment Regalia of the Order of Odd
Fellows, very rich.
Aso will be added, SO gallon specie jars; 100 half
gallon do 10 dozen tmbIers; tea cannisters, with
a large collection Of sundres.
may9-3t LEWIS & HUNT, Auctioneers.
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q SOMETHING NEW!

.pIGN AND AWNING PRINTING.--The new
FRANKLIN JOB PAINTING OFFICE, in E street, between
9th and 10th, is prepared to execute every descrip-
ton of Printing, from poster down to visiting
card with elegance, despatch, and at the most rea-
sonable prices. Having procured an extensive as
sorment of the largest wood letter. (some than
one foot in sze,) this Office is enabled to print on
canvass for signs, awnings, exhibitions, &C. &c. at
one-ourh less than the cost of having them painted
Business men, strangers, and others, who may have
printing of any description to do will find it to their
advantage to call at the above Job Printing Office.
may 9
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c,JJNDAY SCHOOL BOOK DEPOSITORY.-
y Books of the American Sunday School Union
may be always had at the Bookstore OF r. FAhN
HAM corner of 18th street and Pennsylvania avenue,
al the same price sat the Depository in Philadelphia
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A NC TON SALES.
SALE THIS DAY.
BY HOLMEAD & WRIGHT.

CONTINUATION OF SALE OF VALUABLE
BOOKS ON THURSDAY EVENING.
WE shall continue the sale of valuable Books.
w commencing at o'clock-amongst which
will be found the highly priced new editions and
publications of the day, SO much sought for in the
Eastern cities. Catalogues can be had and books
seen, at our store
Books and Prints at private sale during this week.
may0-3t HOLMEAD & WRIGHT.
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DOG LOST.

/ DUO LUOT'
LOST, on the 3Oth April last, in the nelghborhood
of Gadsby's Hotel, fine Newfoundland pup, about
five months old He is of tawney orange color,
with a white slip on the nose, four white feet and
short hair He is remarkable dog for his size, and
answers to the name of SCOTT. liberal reward
will be given for his recovery Apply at this Office
may9-lw
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as PERSEVERANCE FIRE CoMpANY.-A meeting
of the Company will be held at the Engine house this
Thursday evening, at o'clock
may9 v. HARBAUGH, Secy.
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SALE THIS DAY.

SALE THIS DAY.
FURNITURE, DRY GOODS, &C., at AUCTION.
ON THURSDAY MORNING, MAY 9th, at
~ o'clock, will sell in front of my store good
and handsome assortment of Furniture, new and
second hand, together with lot of Dry Goods, &c.
Among the assortment are
Sofas, bureaus, card and dining tables, sdeboards
Mahogany chairs, and wood bottom do
Washstands, toilet tables, looking glasses M
High and low post bedsteads beds, mattresses
Bedding, carpets, curtains, poles, Sc.
Wardrobes, shovels and tongs, andirons, tenders
Patess Dishes cups and saucers, and tumbers.
Also, lot of Dry Goods Clothing, &c.
may8-2t VIM. MARSHALL, Auctioneer.
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A CARD.

d H. GIBBS takes this method of returning his
thanks to the ladies and gentlemen of Washington
city and its vicinity for their liberal patronage, and
also to inform them that he has just returned from
New York with large and handsome assortment OF
new and fashionable goods which will be opened this
day, at his Fancy Store, Pennsylvania avenue, be
tween 9Th and 9th streets, opposite the Centre Mar
ket. ap 22-lm
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LETTERS OF CURTIUS TO THE PEOPLE OF
M THE UNITED STATES,
In OS. 1913 S. Price 81 per 1908 per 1000.
Single copy, 2 cents For sale at ARNHAM'S,
and also at HAMPTON'S. Every true Wing is in
vited to purchase and circulate They will be con-
tnued weekly, until the Presidential election, if
couraged may7
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A SITUATION WANTED.
II GENTLEMAN, qualified to teach the Mathe
mates, together with the various branches of an
English education will be glad to obtain situation
in town or country, as assistant principal. The
most satisfactory references will be given Address
G. R. D., Washington, D. G.. mays
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a. FOR SALE OR RENT.--Two two story Brick
Mis Houses, on N. Jersey avenue, two squares from
the Capitol. They are finished with basement rooms
AID large in front folding doors to the parlors
three handsome chambers in the second story, and
finished attlcs the hill is being graded and brick
footways laid. These are good comfortable houses,
and, to good tenant, will be let low, or sold at
reasonable prce. Apply to r. PATTEN,
jan 3O-tf Penn. Av., btw. 10th and 18th SITS.
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n CLOTHING At AUCTION.
YIN SATURDAY AFTERNOON, MAY IL, at A
O'clock will sell, in front of my store, lot of
Clothing, belonging to Merchant Tailor, viz:
Summer frock and dress coats
Silk and satin vests, Marseies do [coats
Linen pants and jackets, gambroon pants and
Sack coats, cashmere pants
Shirts, bosoms, collars, searfs, stocks, hosiery,
&c., &c. VIM MARSHALL,
may9 Auctioneer.
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HANDSOME .MLAHOGA.NY AND OTHER FUR
n NITURE at AUCTION
YIN SATURDAY MORNING, MAY 18th, at 81
O'Clock, will SELL in front of my store, handsome
assortment of Furniture, together with lot of good
and well kept secondhand Furniture, Crockery, and
Kitchen Utensils, viz:
Sofas, lounges, divans, and ottomans, secretaries
Pillar & claw card dining, pier, and centre tables
Pier pedestal do, with marble slabs
Dressing bureaus, with do do
Mahogany French bedsteads, mahogany wardrobes
Plush rocking and reclining chairs
Mahogany rocking and other chairs
High and low post bedsteads
Beds, hair and shuck mattresses; together with
good assortment of second hand Furniture.
Also, lot of Clothing Dry Goods, sc.
There will be added to the sale two Dinner Sets,
complete, and well assorted lot of Crockery and
Kitchen Furniture
This sale will be well worthy the attention Of per-
sons in want Of good and cheap furniture.
mayo VIM. MARSHALL, Auctioneer.
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TWENTY.EIGHTH CONGRESS-,
FIRST SESSION.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 1874.
SENATE.

Mr. CRITTENDEN, from the Committee on
Military Affairs, made an adverse report upon a
private bill.
Mr. EVANS, from the Committee on Finance,
reported adversely on the House bill for improv-
ing the Territory of Wisconsin
MIR. BAGBY, on leave, introduced bill for
paying Joshua Kennedy, of Ala, losses sustained
by him in 1913, when his house was occupied as
garrison by the troops of the Y. 5.
On motion of Mr.. MERRICK, the previous or
ders were postponed, and the bill for the relief of
Capt. Charles w. Morgan, U. s. ~, was taken
up, and ordered to be engrossed.
On motion of Mr.. BAYARD, the bill for the
relief of widows of the officers and crew of the
Grampus, was taken up.
Mr.. HUNTINGTON moved an amendment,
embracing the children, where the widow was
since deceased.
Mr. FAIRFIELD submitted an amendment,
extending the provisions of the bill to the case of
the U. s. ship Adams, destroyed by fire in Sep
TENDER, 1879 the amendment was adopted.
Mr. EVANS thought the bill departed entirely
from the principles Of the one passed in the
House.
Mr.. BAYARD explained that the committee of
the House had not understood that, under existing
laws, these widows were already entitled to pen
sion the only difficulty was to fix the day upon
which the pension should commence ; the bill as
the Grampus foundered at sea.
After some other amendments had been offered,
the bill was laid aside for the present.
Mr.. WOODBRIDGE moved to take up the
bill for abolishng the Office of Solicitor of the
Land Office. The bill was taken up, and the re-
port of the Commissioner, recommending that the
Office pc dispensed with, was read
Mr.. BARROW opposed the measure, as one
which would be attended with serious inconve-
nience to his State. He insisted upon the ne
cessity of law officer in the Land office. The
hour of one came round, and the Senate laid
aside this bill to take up the special order,
THE DISTRICT BANKS
The bill to recharter these banks was read.
Mr.. SEWER submitted long amendment,
the substance of which was that, in case of the
failure of any of the banks, the directors should
first be liable for the debts, and in case OF their
nsufficiency, then each of the stockholders to
twice the amount of his or her respective share.
Mr.. MILLER, who reported the bill, said that,
as it was extremely desirable these banks should
be allowed to continue their business, ne should
not oppose the amendment.
Mr.. TAPPAN moved further to amend, by de-
claring that the stockholders should be liable as
partners in trade are by law tor partnership
debts. This was rejected.
After considerable discussion, Mr.. Sewers
amendment was agreed to by a vote of 81 to 10.
The amendment was ordered to be printed, and
the Senate passed into Executive session.
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u COUGH LOZENGES,

u COUGH LOZE.NGES,
L REPAIRED with care by DR.. J. ]. FALES, Bos-
ton, Mass-They are beneficial in all cases of COM
mon Colds, Hopping Cough, and all other Coughs.
They are useful in inhammations of the throat and
lungs; and they are particularly beneficial in the
Hives and very good substitute for the celebrated
Hive Syrup. They also good substitute for the
cough candies, quinsy cordials, and pulmonary bal
sans, SC. Take ten per day, one two every
hour, till relief is obtained.
For sale at the Perfumery, Fancy, and Patent Med
icine Depot of JAMES CLEPHANE,
APPS Corner of Penn avenue and 18th st.
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ITAIR BRUSHES AND COMBS.-Just received
IL at the Washington Perfumery and Fancy Empo-
rum, corner of Pennsy vania Avenue and 18th street.
an additional supply of Hair Tooth, Nail, and Sha-
wing BRUSHES.
Tuck, Side, Dressing, and Pocket COMBS.
Which now renders my assortment one Of the most
complete offered for sale in this District
The public are respectfully invited to call and ex-
anime JAMES CLEPHANE,
mar a. Corner Of Penn. Av and 18th ST..
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T ETTER FROM THE HON. HENRY CLAY:
IL ASHLAND, July 10, l843.
My Dear Sir Prior to your departure from Lex
ington take pleasure in saying, that THINK your
portrait of me, for accuracy of likeness ana beauty
Of execution is ,merceHed by any ever taken o. me, ana
is preatIu superior to any of the previous ones.
With best wishes for your further success and pros
perity, | am faithfully, your friend and obedient
servant, H. SLhA.
Mr.. J. W. DoDGE.
A few copies of the above celebrated picture Just
received from the artist For sale, at 80 so per copy
JAS. NJ DORSETT.
Snuff, Tobacco, and Fancy Store, Pennsylvania
avenue, No. III, east of Gadsby's Hotel may7
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Al HOUSE WANTED.
Ml:!iia A FRAME HOUSE, with six rooms, near
Pennsylvania avenue, between d and 10th streets.
Apply at the office of VIM. w. STEWART,
may6-3t 9th street, Gadsby's Hotel
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it-.that the annexation is necessary In order to
prevent the territory from falling into the hands
of some other poWer--that in case of its falling in
to the possession of foreign power il would give
such power. N case Of war with us, advantages
over US which would be greatly detrimental to the
interests ofihe whole Union. and would perhaps
cause the total ruin Of the South. Finally, we
have shown that the annexation is particularly ne.
cessaFy to The South, in order TO give her suf6-
cent representation in Congress TO prevent the A
botitionists ofthe North from trampling upon her
privileges, and interfering wthrights guaranteed
to her by the constitution
Chapel Hill, April 9, 1874
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" AS taken up in Currituck and committed to Jail
w at Currtuck Court House, N. Carolina, on the
third day of January, 1914 negro by the name of
Dick, commonly called Dick Toler. Dick is a stout
able bodied fellow, about fifty years of age quite black
with good teeth formerly belonged in said county of
Currtuck, and was sold by Mr. William s. Etheridge of
said county, In 1885, to Mr. Edward Wilson, Of VirEn-
ia and Dick says he taken by Mr. Wilson to Rich
mond Va and then sold to gentleman from South Caro-
lima, by the name of Thomas Jones' The owner is re.
quested to forward, prove his te pay expenses
and take him away he will be dealt with as the law
directs. BENJAMIN T. SIMMONS JoiLor
Currituck c. H., Jan. II, 1874. 4s2-6m,