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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11
COMMUNICATED.

An old black man, by the name Of llnm
Brown, (by his ingenuity and skill,) has
erected Foundry at this place, which, to the
establishment of all who have witnessed it,
.urpasses anything of the kind ever seen in
this county The machinery Is driven by
four small mules, and 70 see the cid iron, that
has been considered useless, converted into
nice mouldboards and different kinds OF cast
ines. of superior quality, reflects credit to
the inventor. This village has sprung up
within the las. eighteen months, and if it
continues to improve with such useful ma
ch;nerv IL must become a thriving town.
R,pp'hn'ck. Station, Fauquier Co.. My l..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

BANK DIRECTORS The following named
gentleman have been elected Directors, on
the part Of the Stockholders, of the Branch OF
the Exchange Bank, in this city, viz: Robt.
Jameson, Cassius F. Lee, Robert q. Violet,
and James Nj. Stewart. The meeting Of the
Stockholders took place in Norfolk, on Wee
nesday last.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF VALUABLE Pro
PERTY-Under authority OF deed OF
trust from John Howell, and wife, TO me, dated
January /, 1883, and duly recorded, will offer
for sale, by auction, on Monduy, the nth day Of
May 1859, at II o'clock, A. NJ, at the 'front.'
door OF the Mayors office, in the city OF Alex
AcA andria, the three story BRICK HOUSE,
.$%:8 and LOT OF GROUND, in said city, situa.
ted on the east side OF Fairfax street, near TO,
and south OF, King street. now occupied by said
Howell, together with the four feet slip OF
ground, extending from the rear OF said ground
10 "Prnters' Alley. Terms at sale
NH lO-2awtd c. T.. BRADLEY, Trustee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

On Sunday afternoon the children Of the
Sunday School, of Trinity Church, in Wash
ingtou, made their third annual missionary
Offering, amounting to Sl.Ol4. The ceremc-
MES we're peculiarly interesting, and were
witnessed by a crowded audience.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

Col. Smith, Superintendent OF the Nirgi-
MIA Military Institute, accompanied by seve
raj officers of that excellent school, Is about
to make a European tour, in which he Will
probably visit the principal military estab-
iishments of Europe aud Great Britain.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

NIANTED.-A competent and experienced
w TEACHER wishes TO learn OF a suita-
BILE location on or near the Railroad, where a
selec, School for Young Ladies and Misses is
desired. Persons knowing of such situation,
will please address "a. L." at this Office.
24-W3t'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

DUBLlC SALE OF VALUABLE LAND
By virtue of deed of trust, will sell at
public sale for cash, at Fairfax Court House,
on Monday the nh day Of Nay, (Court day)
a valuable tract Of land situated about three
and half miles from Alexandra, on the Little
River Turnpike road, and containing one hun
f{Sssss dred and fifty-four aud one fourth acres
tsla, The BUILDINGS on said place ara
new and substantial. About sixty acres ara
cleared, and the residue in fine timber. lhe
said farm is within mile Of the theological
Seminary and High School, and adlolns the land
of James Cloud WIN. h. DULAN1,
Fairfax county. an lO-eots Trustee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

AT the sale of the estate of Samuel llaw-
thorn, deceased, in Washington County, Va,
last week, 800 ocres Of land were sold at $50
per acre, aud IL slaves six OF them under y
years Of age, for Sll 900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

II OCKBRIDGE ALUM WAT + R.-The
IL, Water OF these celebrated mineral springs
is now kept constantly on the market in the
hands of FISHER & WINSTON, Druggists,
Richmond Va, and A. B. RUCKER, Lynchburg.
We have entirely discarded barrels, and now
ship the Water ONLY IN GLASS Cost per case OF
/ dozen half gallon bottles, securely and care
FULLY packed at the springs, S6. By renting
TO +. Il W., or TO A. B r, So, the purchaser
may rely on their Forwarding, per directions, |
box OF fresh and genuine RoCkBRlDGE
ALUM WATER
Pamphlets sent gratis on application.
an 13-eoIm FRAZIER X RANDOLPH
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

hT CALL FUK A CUVENIIUN VI
THE VOTERS OF FAUQUIER.-AC onven-
ton will be held at Piedmont, in Fauquier Co +,
Of the friends of Mr.. GEO. W. NORRIS. and Of
Mr.. JOHN AxpLER, TO secure to one or the other
Of them fair chance for election In the contest
for the Clerkship of Fauquier County Court.
Their friends believing that neither Of them
can be elected under existing circumstances,
unite in calling Convention, at IL oefoes on
7hwsday. the 18th of May, and hope that all
parties feeling an interest in the matter VIII
come forward and have full and free inter
change Of opinion. my 6-se5t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

AUCTION SALE.--The two story brick dwell
ling, on Royal street, between King and
Cameron streets, % feet by Ill, was sold
yesterday, by s. j. Mccormick, Auctioneer,
to VIM. n. McVeigh, for $2,155.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

The ship Henry Harteck, which brought
r. cargo Of iron to Alexandria, for the Alex.
apd-ia, Loudoun and Hampshire Railroad
Company, is now loading with anthracite coal
and -four for Hong Kong, China.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

WASHINGTON ITEMS. The annual celebra-
ton of all the Protestant Sunday Schools
will take place on Monday, the twenty-fourth
of MAY. The children and their teachers
will assemble in the Smithsonian grounds;
and with music playing, and flags and ban.
pers. will dividing into four sectionsl pro-
coed to the First Presbyterian Church, Four.
and.a half street; Z. street Baptist Church,
Wesley Chapel, corner oil Fifth and T. streets;
and the Fourth Presbyterian Church, Ninth
street. Addresses from eminent speakers,
and delightful singing from the rising gen.
era,iou," may be expected.
Already are the Methodist folks talking
about the coming camp meetings, which, it
annears, are not likely soon to 20 out of fast
ion One il to be held about the middle Of
August, at Brookvlle, Montgomery county,
MARYLAND, and one on the B adensburg Gil
cult, perhaps at Fulton's grounds.
On Tuesday, the t~enty-ffth Of May, the
Odd Fellows of the District of Columbia are
70 have an anniversary celebration, consis'-
inc Of a procession; an Grafton at the Smith.
sonian Institution ~ D. 6. NJ. Wm. III.
Young, of Maryland; colIati, n at the As.
sambly Rooms; concluding at night. with a
promenade concert and levee, at Old Eel.
iows' Hall, Seventh st.-Wdshington Letter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

"YDRANT HOSE.-2OO feet inches n.y.
III drant Hose for washing Pavemenfs, wa
Ierlng gardens &c; also, y inches Locomotive
Hose Gum Betting, Packing, NC, Just received,
and for sale by l.. NJ. McCofMl1h'
vln Theatre Building.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

CYNOPTICAL NEEDLE CASES-Anoih-
= er supply OF these inimitable articles, so
popular with the ladies, containing the most ap'
proved numbers of Neei lies OF the best quaiIty,
and put up in compact form. lust received per
Express, at h. b viii INV io' =
nv, !, No. So. Kmg.suest.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

BAPTISM Eight persons, all colored, were
bal tised in the River, at the usual place, on
Sunday afternoon--Rev. Mr.. Sbute, otHcia-
ting. A very large number of persons were
to witness the solemn cerem onles.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

RELIGI9us.-The Prayer Meetings in this
place, are kept up with undated inter
est. The exercises at SarePta Hall, on Sun
day afternoon, were largely attended.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

TOHN MURPHY, .4TTORNEYH Law,
Ill n,s.,;.. in the Courts Of Westmore-
-, -. I p;shrond. and Northumberland Counties.
POST POST 0sse. Riess Store, wss,morsia9a County,
VI,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

New YORK, May l0.--Mr. Stebbins was
this morning elected President of the Bro
kers' board.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

DUBLIC SALE OF VALUABLE LAND,
IN UPPER FAUQUlER.-ln pursuance
of the provisions OF two deeds OF trust, executed
By James Rogers and wife, the first TO Richards
PAYNE, bearing date Cd the 18th day OF October
1855. and the second, to K. L. Scott, and John
A. Spilman, bearing date on the oath day oil
September. 1857, each recorded in the Clerks
Office of the County Court of Fauquier county,
Va we, the undersigned (actlng under tne au'
thority of the deeds, respectively made 10 us)
will sell the tract of LAND in the said two
deeds mentioned, on the premises at public auc
ton, TO the highest bidder. on Tuesday, the 22d
dan of June. 1883 The said tract OF LAND
conrainin. EIGHT HUNDRED AND SIXTY
SIX ACRES, lies in the upper part Of Fauquler
County, on the waters OF Carriers Kun, withih
two mile. of the Salem Station Of toe Manassas
GAP Ralroad-and is in every respect, one oil
the best estates in the County, or Piedmont re-
gion of Virginia The soil is generally OF the
best quality, and has been highly improved, Is
well watered and heavily umbered. The I'M
~ movements, consists of an elegant MAN
tnA SION, in complete repair, and all necessary
out.buidings for the accommodation oil ser
wants and Stock necessary on the farm, Barn.
C,rn.Crib. &c The neighborhood is healthy,
and society polished. The estate comprises all
that is necessary to render 1t most desirable
residence, and profitable investment.
TERMS OF SALE:-0ne third part OF the pHr-
chase money to be paid down in cash on day OF
sale the residue to be divided into two equal an
nuai payments to be secured by bonds with APP
proved personal security, bearing interest from
day OF sale, and as further indemnity, the title to
the said land to be withheld until all the purchase
money is paid, with power OF resale, in case the
purchaser should fail to pay-in accordance
with the terms herein set forth.
RICHARDS PAYNE,)
K. Z. SCOTT, Trustees.
JNO. A. SPILMAN, }
Eaunniar Co Va an 02-eots
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

MORE NEW BOOKS AT FRENCHS Book
Nl and Periodical Depot, ia King st'eet'-
Tales OF the Living Age!
The Interpreter, Tale OF the war oy VI. y
Whyte Melville, author oil "Oigoy uIano' ge'
soc. First issued il America III Litties L''
ing Age" .e,eso
a memorial volume OF Sermons, VOL II mo-,
cloth, 81.
All the New Books on hand. my IL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

DUBLIC SALE OF VALUABLE LAND,
&c-Wil be offered at public sale on The
10Th day of June merit, the valuable estate OF the
late G. {. Taliaierro, on the Rapid Ann river IN
the County OF Culpeper, and adjoining the Rapid
Ann Station, Orange and Alexandria Railroad.
The railroad passes throug h the farm, and the
station is only few hundred yards from the
house and barn This FARM, situated in the
beautiful and fertile valley Of the Rapid Ann,
offers rare opportunity to purchaser is
in fine state OF cultivation, surrounded by good
farms and most desirable neighborhood. The
FARM contains $50 ACRES of LAND, and has
ri on it large DWELLING.HOUSE, barn,
E2 stable, and all necessary out-houses, IN
good repair Also, at the same time and place,
will be sold all the PERSONAL PROPERTY
of the estate, except the negroes.
L. H. TALlAFERRo, } Adm'rs
H. D. TALIAFERRO, N''
Culpeper county, Va, my 4-eots
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11
AUCTION SALES.

VALUABLE VIRGINIA LAND FOX
v SALE.-1he subscriber will sell private
w. three FARMS, in the upper end OF West.
moreland County, and known respectively by
RI. names OF ROSTERS, MONR0E'S HALL,
and SUGAR LAND.
ROSTERS contains FIVE HUNDRED AND
NINETY EIGHT ACRES, beautifully situated
on Roster Creek and in full view OF the Potomac
River The farm is provided with small
&.S DWELLING HOUSE, and all the neces-
HEEL sary out houses for a small family, 10
sriher with Quarters, Corn Cribs, Granarles, nc.
The place Is perfectly healthy, has well OF
pure water IN the yard, and plenty OF stock wa
ter in each tield-there is convenient landing
on the creek, and oysters, tsh, and wlld lo"iS
are abundant in their season.
The FARM is now in successful state OF
improvement, and well adapted TO all tue staple
crops of the adjacent country.
MONROE'S HALL contains EIGHT HUN
DRED AND THlRTY-SlX ACRES, mostly
wood land. and can be made farm not second
10 any in the neghborhood-it is Immediately
on Monroe's Creek that is navigable Tor vessels
of light draft, and possesses every advantage OF
the water. These two farms can be divided SO as
10 make three farms, with plenty umoer Tor
each. ,,,,Nnppn
SUGAR LAND contains ONE HUNDRED
AND TWENTY-THREE ACRES, and mostly
la in timber, the improvements consist OF a
E:H comfortable DWELLING, and all the ne
cessary out houses, for large family II IS
useless to give further description OF the
above lands, as presume no one will buy WITH
out examining for themselves. Any one wish.
ing TO examine either or all Of the above named
places, can call on R. B. Sutton, esq, who lives
on the premises, and is fully authorized 10 sell
any aud all OF the above lands until august Ms
10Th, at which time, if not otherwise Sold |
shall on that day on the premises, sell TO
the highest bidder, all or any portion that has
not been previously sold For further partlcu-
lars, address THOS. B. REAMY, Falmouth,
Va, ORR B. SUTTON, Millyille, Va, Where
all communications will be Immediately at
tended 10 THOMAS B. REAMY,
Executor of Joshua Reamy, dec d.
Westmoreland county. Va, my Scots
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

H-ON AND AFTER to-day, 10th inst,
tn. Northern Mail will close al o'clock, p, NJ,
instead Of 24, as heretofore.
nv 1915 T. w. ASHBY, p. NJ.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

FOX BOSTON.-WrrH DESPATCH
80 The regular packet Schr SlLVANUS
ALLEN, Sears, master. For freight or pas.
sage, apply TO -
NV VI. ELDRIDGE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

NJ lLLlNERY i nave just received large
INi stock of Straw, Silk, AMI other new styles
Of BONNETS; also, FLOWERS, RIBBONS
SHAKERS and FLATS; French Worked UN-
DERSLEEvES and COLLARS, HOSIERY,
GLOVES, &c, to which call the attention OF
the public T.. l.. prhni'
INV s-3t. No. l06, king.stree
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

NOR SALE.-Havins permanently settled
II myself in the city Of Alexandria, | now
offer to sell privately, the very desirable proper
~ in the town of Jeffersonten, Culpeper County,
Va, formerly owned by j. F. Latham, consist
sss ing Of large and comfortable Dwell
Ea LING HOUSE, Kitchen, Granary, Stable,
fce.6ouse, &c, with about THIRTYTWo
ACRES Of beautiful grass land, large and
productive Garden, Orchard, &c, which wiz
sell on most accommodating terms. Any one
wishing to purchase, would refer them to Mr..
Caleb Burnley or Mr.. James Settle. residents
OF the above place; Mr. Rice w. Payne, war
reuton, Va, or to T. English 1 BrothsI, A Mex
dris.. Cmh l3-eotf1 C. W. ENGLlSh.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

VERY DESIRABLE FARM FOR SALE.
v We are authorized to sell, privately,
FARM of THREE HUNDRED AID FIFTY
ACRES, situated about one mile from Green
witch, and within four miles of the Manassas
Gap Railroad, and within FIVE miles OF the
Orange and Alexandria Railroad-lylng De-
tween the tw-.
All the Improvements on the place are ample
and in good order.
There are 1875 acres Of valuable timber on
this farm, which will more than pay the price
at which it can be purchased, owing to It's prox-
unity to two railroads.
more particular description Is unnecessary,
as those wishing topurchase Will examine Tor
themselves. Suffice it to say, that it is the
chsapes, farm now in market in Virginia. Call
on the undersigned at Warrenton, Va.
SHACKELFORD & SPlLMAN.
E..s..:a. co Va AN 22=eotIe22
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

DRUGS, &c-Linseed Oil; CASTLE Soap; Sal
!Fratus; Brandretts Pills; Lees Anti Bill
GUS Pills; Flour OF Elm; u lorate OF po'ash;
White CASTLE Soap Calabria Llquonce' Just re
ceiyed, and Tor sale by
JAMES ENTWISLE, JR,
INV II Apothecarv, No. pi, king-st
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

4 VALUABLE CULPEPER FARM FOR
~ SALE will sell on accommodating
terms, and at low price, my Georgetown
Farm. This tract is about miles from GU
pepper Court House, on the Fredericksburg road
il contains 5l6 ACRES, OF which upwards OF
200 are in good TIMBER.-All the arabic land
which is not in cultivation is well set in grass.
The soil is OF excellent original quality, and is
now IN a good state OF improvement There Is
IL small DWELLING HOUSE and ordina-
.isGry Farm Buildings upon the place. as II
is Al an inconvenient distance from the residence
to which have recently moved, will sell it tor
less than it is worth TO an early applicant.
e will take in payment OF the above
Land the bonds OF the Orange and Alexandria
Railroad Company.
JAS. BARBOUR
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11
AUCTION SALES.

TNRUSTEE'S SALE BY virtue OF Deed
OF Trust, from Henry l. Simpson and VIE,
10 the subscriber, bearing date the 9th DAY OF
April, $50, and for the purposes IN SAID deed
mentioned will offer tor sale, at Public Auc-
ton. in front of the Mayors Office. in the city
of Alexandria or MONDAY, the IAN day Of June
merit, az IL O'clock, NJ, FOR CASH, that valuable
LOT OF GROUND, in the said city Of Alex
andrla, situated on the west side OF ROYAL be-
tweeu King aud Cameron streets fronting on
RovaI street 20 feet, in depth 80 feet, with the
&C. rhree story BRICK TENEMENT thereon
HI .rsct.J now occupied BY the said Henry l..
Smpson, as a Shoe store.
GIN '''"' - LAWRENCE B. TAYLOR,
,, o,s Trustee.
nUBLIC SALE OF A NEGRO WOMAN:
i shall offer at public sale on accoun, o.
whom it may concern, NEGko VIVA"
named MATILDA, from 20 to 20 years Oh age
Said Negro was sold TO me as souno woman
in the County OF Fairfax, and is now sold 10 Tx
her value The sale will take place at FAIRFAX
c. H. on Monday, The l7th Of Nay, (eouri,iay)
INV IO-ts. JOSEPH BRUlN.
UCTION HOUSE, No liz King STREET
~ Just received a fresh supply OF d y
GOODS. We name in part Lawns, Mourning
Goods, Ginghams Counterpanes, Bobblnetts,
Swiss Muslms Collars, Sleeves, Cuffs, Mourn
ing do. Diaper Cambria, Dotted Swiss Muslin,
Plaid Cambrlcs, Wool rlalds, Fancy Shawls,
Insertings, Laces, Shifting Linen, Apron Check
Handkerchiets. Kid Gloves, Cotton, Thread,
Wool, Cashmere, Doessin do Combs, MAJOR
Strops, and great variety OF other Goods 100
numerous TO mention, all OF which we Will sell
80 per cent less than any other house this side
OF Philadelphia.
We also call the attention of Country Mer.
chants. strangers, and others, to our lot OF
BOOTS and SHOES-Ladies Slippers, Jener
sons, &c.
We are in weekly receipt OF fresh Goods, Of
all descriptions. Auction every night. common
cling at y o'clock. PolSAL SlUMr,
ll2 King street, Alexandra, Va
TAYLOR & CO., Auctoneers apes
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

MORE NEW GOODS-We have just re.
IN ceived in addition to our former stock
Beautiful Fancy Prints; French Chintz Prints
Lawn and Chintz Robe a q lilies; beautiful! Or
gan!y and other Lawns; Berages; Berage De
LANES, and Grape Meretts plain wool De
LANES The best Blesched Cotton in the mar
ket for III cts. Irish Linens OF superior brands;
Fancy Cassimeres; Marseilles Vestlngs; Chill
dren's AMI Ladies Hosiery; Gloves and Mitts;
large stock OF Parasols; Al, 54, and Cd White
Mating, all of wbich will be sold very cheap.
j. F. 4 l.. A. LARKIN,
myS Brents Old Stand, No. "a, King st.
CLAVES WANTED i wish 10 purchase,
- tor self and brother, TO go on Cotton plan
taIon in Arkansas, TEN LIKELY NEGRO
MEN, from Is to rs years OF age. None but
those OF good character and dark complexion
will suit
Persons having such Slaves for sale, who pre-
fer selecting the purchaser who will hold them
for his own use, will address the Undersigned,
at Chantlly P. O., Fairfax County, Va.
ap 30-eo3m S. I. STUART.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

TRIMMINGS Just received per Express,
another large supply OF TRIMMINGS OF
the latest STYLES, 10 which the attention OF the
Ladies is particularly requested. Call at
NV II c. {. BERRY'S, u, Kng.st
rp,,o R;dus Republican
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

Fairfax county. my 3-2awts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

AnO SACKS Ashton and Ground Alum
NV Salt in store, and for sale by
an o7 Z. ENGLISH Il BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-05-11

TNGLISH MUSTARD, OF Very best quality,
received, and for sale by
M H. COOK X co. Sarepta Hall.
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-09-16

! Editor Examiner Our villa.
last Saturday night was called y y Y
ness sad occurrence. A man \, NJ "
I name Of Newman stabbed 4 \ DIV
1@who died in about fifteen minutes. nv w
man was taken in charge by the Gray 10y
and as was supposed by many, thi,s
stood so till morning. But vesta.a'
morning Newman was found hanging y
the neck dead. l summoned I'M, !.
hold an inquest on the body of Biz Y
The verdict was that Bise came h. !,
death by a wound inflicted with q l,s
in the hands of--Newman. The 1aa
consisted of G. Il. Bond, L. j. Lano tuV
q. W. Murrah, Jacob Dangby, " ~ =
Stacy and j. f. Graham. An inons.
was then held over the body Of Newm,ss
consisting of the same Jury, excent ass
H. d. Morgan instead Of j. f. Grahsm
The Jury found that he came to I H.
death by being hung by the neck by SOM NJ
person or persons unknown. We hai
many witnesses examined, but could NJ,
ind who did the hanging. Our comnn
nifty is in mnch excitement on the sub.
Ject. Newman leaves a wife and seye,
or eight small children, Bise has had avjI
but she is now dead he leaves two h
three fatherless children.
1t is lamentable affair on all sides
but what may We expect from poisoned
but violence and bloodshed
The good citizen shudders around his own
hearth, drunkenness and rioting are so CON.
non. Will not the good citizens make
N effort to do something that we NAV
i've more in peace
j. A. HEARN, J.P
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-09-16
NEW VOLUME.

ms week the Prairie News enters m
On ITS seventh volume. 1t is now a FIJI
neuged six year old. and swims on !
booming and prosperous tide. A sbor,
SIX months tells the history Of our con.
nectlon with it; within that time its sub.
scrlption list has been on rapid increase,
ana Its advertising patronage has been
greatly augmented. To say we are pro-
foundly grateful for these marks Of NH.
nc appreciation and confidence, would
put poorly express our feelings, and we
can only thank those who have sustained
us BY devoting in the future, as we have
IN the past, our best energies in making
a paper deserving of their support.
The prairie news. [volume] (Okolona, Miss.) 1851-1875, 1858-09-16
Candidates, Attention!

those Of you who wish your names nut upo,
1ne tickets printed at the PRAIRIE NEWS ofi;c,
WIN please send IN your names, accompanied with
the money. No name will appear ON the tickle,
nnta paid for. We are prepared and will print
tickets for the following counties: Chiekasaw,
MeoFce itawamba, and Pontotoc. The candi.
oates OF the latter three counties, especially,
should send in their names Immediately, as we de-
sire TO get the tickets to all portions of said coun
ties in due time.
Our terms for putting the names of county Of.
ncers on the general ticket is S5, and for District
Sihcers, $lo. Special tickets, 81 hundred.