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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

Reports have been received from Lieuten'
an, Ives, in command Of the Colorado EI-
ploring Expedition. The Colorado emptes
in at the head of the Gulf of California, It's
course being south.wcsterly. The water
shed which it drains covers an enormous uis-
,ric. of cluutry extending from the South
Pass of the mountains, westwardly and sou
therly. 1t is supposed, though not yet deb
nitely ascertained, that Green River, near
Fort Bridper) is a tributary Of the Colorado.
The news from Lieutenant Ives, shows That
the river is nuvigatle for steamers from the
Gulf upwards, to about latitude 50 oo' a DIS
,ance Of several huudred miles, and long
wsy above the mouth Of the ella.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

A letter from New York, says that the
news from Mexico is the all-absorbiug topic
of conversation, and were not the tbermome
ter at 900 in the shade, thus preventing vic.
lence Of any description, the expression Of
Indignation at the insolence of the Mexican
government would be much louder and EN-.
phatic. As it is, all agree that something
must be done. and that quickly, to protect
our iellow-citzens from spoiation by the
government Of Mexico, aud save them from
being compelled to pay the expenses Of NJ.
Zuloasa and his colleagues. In no civilized
community, and under no possible twisting
of any existing principle of international
law, are foreign residents forced to contribute
to extraordinary levies of money, such as
forced loans"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30
.CONNCSICATE

The Sidyers are abroad in their wrath
Seven Of our canine enemies were laid Low
in the Market Square, on Monday morning.
Ten others ingloriously fell in other parts Of
the town on the same day. The price Of
Strychnine has risen. The pack of bouuds"
have been confined for fear Of meeting with
the fate they so richly deserve. Thirty-four
dogs were tiled up" yesterday twenty
were sent out of town. The nine HUNDRED
and thirty-six that remain, are in jeopardy.
IIurrGh for STRYCUNINE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30
An evidence Of the deep depression into

An evidence Of the deep depression into
which all public improvement is now sunk'
is furnished in the recent letting oil contracts
on the Supbury and Erie railroad. Some
Twenty-Five sections, embracing only thirty
tbrse miles of road, were advertised to be
Given out; vet the stagnstiOn of such en-
nlovmept is so universal that contractors
came in crowds With bids Tor the work
More than 600 bids were given To- ana the
work was distributed among nineteen con-
,ractors, at prices lower than have oeen
known for years among railroad builders
mechanics, and laborers, of course, suner'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30
DOIUMAC LAND FOR SALE-Tbs

DOlOMAC LAND FOR SALE.-The un.
i deT5ISncd desires to sell a TRACT OF
LAND, on the Waters oil Potomac Creek. in
Stafford County, Va, containing Ten HUN.
DRkD AND TM ENTY ACRES. 1t borders on
the Creek (Which Is Havigable) y miles aud is
distant about one mile from tue Richmond
Fredericksburg aud Potomac Railroad. The
sol. IS vesy productive in all the usual gram
crops, but particularly adapted TO the growth OF
Tobacco and Grass, though ii is of uneven sur.
face
There is or the land inexhaustible beds of the
finest Shell Mari. A large Quantity OF Hickory,
OAK and Pine Wood may be cut from the land
worth on the shore OF the creek from two TO
tour dollars Per cord. Also, good deal of &c.
Oar and Locust Yellow Popular and White Oak
Timber
inere lsa meadow now yielding all average
ct 800 worth Of Hay per annum, containing
fourteen Acres OF land, which may be increased
10 mtg acres OF prime Meadow Grass grows
Wei all over The LAID, which renders it valua.
O'e Tor grazing purposes Indeed, it grazes an.
nn"iiy, about nifty head OF cattle in the woods
Altogether II Is : very valuable tract, but am
disposed 10 sell 1t below IT'S value, as | own
another large ldrm adjoining il, and have not a
suIt'Ieh, force 10 manage both | invite p.r.
sons disposed TO purchase such property to ex-
anime II, OF communicate with me by letter al
! AccoEeek POST Office. Stafford county, Va.
JOHN MINOR, NJ d.
] : -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The St. Louis Republican says" The
Mayor put the steam fire engines fairly to
work on the Levee, yesterday morning, and
they acted like charm in removing the de-
posits Of mud aud filth. AS they never get
tired, and there lie plenty Of coal to keep
them going, and the experiments entirely
satisfactory, it is presumed that all of them
will be employed to-day, giving us assurance
that by the early part of next week the
wharf will look as clean as a new pin Not
only will this be done, but saving OF s., 900,
at least, will be effected by the operation,
and the hea Ith of the city promoted by it,"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

Antonio, Texas, tried Capt. Seth NJ, Barton
on the following charge and specifications:
CHARGE.--"Illegal conduct to tie preju-
dice of good order and military discipline
Specification lst.--In this: That the suid
Barton, at Fort McKavett, Texas, on the 9th
OF February, 1851, being officer Of the day in
command OF the police guard Of said post,
and adjutant OF tne lst regiment United
States infantry i'll command Of the band Of
| said regiment, did then aud there order and
cause the sergeant Of said guard to tie up t.
a tree in font of the guard-hous enc 10.
seph Held, citizen, not sui ject to military
authority, aud did then aud there order aud
cause certain soldiers OF said band to dog
said Held on his bare back with wagon
whips"
Specification 2nd.-"That the said Barton.
at time and place aforesaid, having caused
the foPgng Cf said Held as aforesaid, did
then and there keep said Held tied UP to said
tree for about three hours more or less"
Specification 3rd.--"That SAID Barton, at
time and place aforesaid. did strike Private
Louis Caster, of said regimental band, blows
with wagon whip to compel said CASTOR to
fog said Held"
To which charges aud specifications the
accused pleaded as follows
To the LIST Specification, Guilty"
| To the facts contained in the I'd Specifca-
ton, 'Gulty."
To the Sd specification, "Not Guilty" and
"Not Guilty to the CHARGE"
The court having considered the evidence
adduced, finds the accused Captain Seth NJ
Barton, OF the LIST regiment Of infantry, as
| fJllows:
lst Specification. 1.-THE court confirms his
plea, fluids the facts set forth, but attaches no
! criminality thereto
I'd Specification. "The court confirms his
plea, finds the facts as set forth, but attaches
no criminality thereto"
Sd Specification. Guilty" aud Guilty
OF the CHARGE"
And the court does, therefore, sentence the
said Capt. Seth NJ. Barton, of the LIST regi-
ment of infantry, To be suspended from
rank aud command for three months, and to
be confined to the limits of his post for the
same period"
These proceedings having been transmit
ted to the Secretary OF War, the following
order has been issued by that functiopary:--
"lu this trial it was shown for the defence
that the citizen who was logged at the
guard-house bad enered the barracks, armed,
and beat soldier; and that no civil tribunal
to punish the offence was nearer than one
hundred and seventy miles. But shall the
army assume to remedy the defects of the ad
mnistration Of tine civil laws? A Court Mar
tial has here sdjudged that no wrong is done
by an officer who causes his guard to fog
citisen-therein the Court has manifested as
little regard for the law as the officer on trial.
The virtual acquittal on the first and Sec
ond specifications is disapproved. The find
ing on the third specification and on the
charge is confirmed. The sentence is con-
| frmed, and ordered to be executed"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

Reports received from Dacotah Territory,
state that the Yankton Indians, 5000 in
number were engaged in committing depre.
dations against the white settlers along the
Minnesota river, having became dissatisfied
because the annuities now due them are not
being paid by the Government. They in.
tend to recover their lands and drive away
the whites. They have destroyed the vii
lsge Of Medary and burnt the town OF Flon-
drau. An cmigrant train at Medary bad al
80 been plundered The settlers were con-
ceutrating at Minnesota Falls preparatory
to defensive operations.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The British Parliament, lately decided, af-
TER long and hard struggle, by consider
able majority, against bill providing for
the collection of agricultural statistics
There appears to be great objection, Oh the
part of the English farmers, to furnishing
these statements. In that country, the great
majority Of the farmers are tenants, and it
may be that they do not wish their landlords
to be correctly informed respecting their pro-
ducts from the land they rent. 1t is estiua-
ted that fully ninetcnths Of the cultivated
lands Of the kingdom are so held.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The sale Of the furniture, desks &c, in the
old Hall of the House Of Representatives
took place on Monday. The desk and chair
formerly used by Joshua L. Giddings, sold
1925. The desk and chair occupied By John
Quincy Adams brought $50. The bidding
Tor this furniture was quite animated, and it
was remarked that in Massachusetts 1t would
command $500. The desks occupied by Col.
Benton and Mr.. McDufhe, OF South Carollna'
brought Sc rs apiece: the desk occupied py
Col. Brooks ran up to 50. and that USED o7
Governor Wise, sold for 81. Upon the re-
mainder of the furniture the bidding was
very brisk, and the competition became very
great The total sales amounted to between
two and three thousand dollars.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30
ICOyHI'SICATEB.

1t seems, from the pote Of "Fairfax," in
Yesterdays Gazette, that the use of tho
brooches as scare crows, is rendered unncces-
sary by the hoped pettcoats. Will you
allow me to express the hope that "the sex"
will also be able to dispense with wearing
the breaches altogether. | do 30 with the
most perfect Difference and submissvouos..
JEREMIAH SNEAK.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The Hastings Court of Richmond and the
Doctors have had dispute about the fee to
be allowed in cases OF post mortem examiua
ton, on subjects under the care of the Core
ner. The fee finally allowed wcs SIS. The
Doctors ask for more.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The prize in the late ocean yatcht race in
New York, has been awarded to the Mimi,
the Rebecea, which arrived first at the stake
boat. having been ruled on, for disgraceful
violation of the sailing regulations.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

We may reasonably expect TO hear at any
time, either Of the success or failure OF the
great Atlantic submarine Telegraphic pro-
iect As the Geographic squadron left on the
10th instant, they have been twenty days
at sea. The expectation was TO reach mid
ocean by the Goth and make the splice, when
the Niagara and Gorson would sail Tor New
foundland and the Agamemnon and 'alo-
rous for Ireland.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

Four Of the negroes who ran of from Lou
doun County lately, were captured near
Boonsboros, IN Msrylan last week. 1t was
no. accomplished, however, without oOusld-
cradle fighting, in which the negroes got the
worst of the battle The conaict was quite
terrific. No less than eighteen shots were
fired One of the negroes was shot through
the lungs, and it is feared cannot recover
Subseq gently, two more Of the gang were
taken.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

Joseph K. jerks, we'll known citizen of
Philadelphia, and an esteemed member Of
the Society OF Friends, departed this life on
Saturday evening last, in the nineiy-frSt
year of his ACE
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The Washington Greys, of Chicago, Hi
nois, have planned an excursion which will
throw in the shade all previous efforts of the
kind. They are upwards of hundred
strong, and intend in their grand tour of Wis
itatiou to visit half the States of the Union,
particularly all the principal cities. \ fund
of twenty thousand dollars, it is stated. has
been raised for the excursion, but will pro
badly cost more. Nearly all the members
are said to be wealthy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

We continue to have, i'll the letters from
the army and others, on the route to Utah,
contradictory statements as to the move
ments of the MORNoSs, their designs, and
the plans Of their leadeders. 1t seems most
probable, however, that as far as U;ah is
concerned, the rar is over. The MormOns
will next be applying to Congress for "in-
demnity," or relief"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

Martin Klzts, the refugee, who was res
cued from the Austrian authorities 10 1888,
by Captain Iograbam, OF the navy, died
lately near the city of Guatemala, On a sugar
plantation
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The Sacramento Union remarks that the
most curious of oil condolences respecting
the new land of gold, on Frazer's River, lie,
that it ia the scene of Bacon's New Atlantis.
And. as if this was not enough to make 1t
immortal in history, Swift also located here
bis Brobdiguse; that is, if Captain CULVER
ia to be believed. According to bis account,
il must have been situated directly on the
Strata of Fuca
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

A new idea has been started, that coal
is liable to propagate yellow fever. Dr..
Thompson, the New York Health Officer,
says ;-'Itiss singular and we'll attcstcd fact
that the Goals which are brought to ST. Thorn
as from Liverpool aud discharged in large
quantities upon wharveS emits q gas which
favors the generation and spread OF the in-
lection Of yellow fever" lie cites some facts
UPON which this opinion is based.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The South Side Democrat advises the De-
mocracy to learn wisdom, at leastiu one thing,
from the Opposition party IN Virginia
and that is not to make the Kansas question
test Of orthodoxy. "Kansas," it says, is
among the things that were. Fex not its
ghost w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

At a "Reform Convention" recently held
at Rutland, Vermont, Mr. Foster made q
speech. ''He cared nothing about the Union.
lie would say, rather than single slave
should be held in bondage, down with the
Union; down with the constitution; down
with religion; down with the church; down
with the Bible--aud let all 20 to hell and
damnatiOn." Mr.. Foster, of course, includes
himself, as going" with oil the rest Pro-
badly he expects TO Isad in the downHUd
progress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The new mayor Of New Orleans was iDau-
gurated On the Dist instant. Much inter
est was felt 10 the appointments be would
make, especially a. to the selection tor chief
of nolice The announcement that the choice
had fallen upon Thomas +. Adams, esq,
gave grea. satisfaction, and the press OF that
city are unanimous in applaudlng 1t.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

Mrs. Mary Morris Hamilton, grand daugh'
ter Of Alexander Hamilton, has been ap-
pointed Vice Regent of the Mount Vernon
Associat,op. for the State of New York.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The news from Oregon announcing the at.
tack on Col. Sseptoe's command on the Snake
river, the 10th day Of May, by 1900 Indians,
and the loss by the former of fifty privates,
out Of three companies of dragoous and ole
of Infantry, end two howi,zcrs, baggage wag
ons, and nearly all their animals, is matter
of most serious import. The disaster is seer
to have been very great in the results of the
battle. We cannot doubt from the smallness
OF our force and the great number killed, in
Guiding Capt Winder and Lieutenant CASTOR
that most severe engagement has taker
place; and its results, We fear, will stimulate
the savages to greater efforts hereafter. The
Union says.--"We do not see any report il
our California flies of the engagement be
tween Col. Steptoe's command and the In
dams Of Oregon, and it is to De hoped thai
it is at least an exaggeratiOn."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The New York Herald says:--"Our &C.
counts OF the mines at Frazer's river, which
come from California, confirm in every par
t'cular the previous announcements Of Gold
discoveries. Letters from persons well known
IN California, who have gone to the mines,
state that the gold on Fraser's river and in
the adjacent country is even more plentiful!
than 1t was in California. and that gold seek
ing will be more profitable there than i, as
in the early days of the California dipsings
Accordingly, the excitement 10 the Pacific
States 10 rather On the increase than on the
decline. and no doubt thousands of miners
are by this time either % their way to the
British possessions or preparing to 20 thther.
Mean while difficulty has arisen. Cover
nor Douglas, of the Iudson's Bay Com pany,
has issued u proclamation warning all per-
sons that the exclusive right of trading in
and about Frazer's river and in the British
Possessions on the northwest coast OF Amer.
lea, belongs to the Hudson's Bay Company.
and that any vessels found 10 Frszer's river
or any other river, bay or creek of the Bri.
t;sh possessions, will be forfeited, if they have
net license from the company, and a clear.
ancs from the Collector at Victoria. In 9th
er words, this Governor intends, so far as
In him lies, to reserve the gold for the Hud-
sons Bay Company"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30
Amount for the seven weeks.

The above statement is taken from the
books Of the company, and furnished Us by
Robert NJ. Larmour, the Secretary, and is
correct in every particular"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30
ICOMNu EICATED

can confirm the account Of Fairfax, rs to
the Hoped Skirt Scare Crows. 10 ride Of
but few miles from town yesterday, saw
six-tbey are said to answer a most excel
lent purpose. COONEG.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

A telegraphic dispatch from Savannah,
ANNOUNCED the death Of Major Wayne, assis-
tant quartermaster, United States Army
This is dobtless q mistake. Major Wayne
is now at Mcmubis, Tennessee, by orders
from the War Department The person de-
cosed is, doubtless, Dr. Wayne, of Savannah,
mayor Of that city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The Union refers to The clause OF the Gin
cinnati Platform" Of the Democracy, in re!a-
ton to the Territories, and admits that the
Democratic party did involve itself in the
inconsistency of declaring for non-iuterven-
ton aud 10 the came breath of intervening
positively and directly to control territorial
modes of action in settling local Institutions"
but maintains that this grew out CT mad
vertence, and was not designed to deceive
the people of the Union for no such contro-
versy as that which arose in the sequel, could
have been anticipated"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30
VALUABLE LOUDOUN FARM FOR
" Sal I II rtt.r tnr ILL tnn L.4uLL-u- aL-

VALUABLE L0UDOUN FARM FOR
Y SALE offer for sale the beau,Ilu. at
desirable FARM, called "DRESDEN, upon
which | reside II is situated III Loudoun 90,
Va OIL the Smokers Gap Turnpike; Is twelve
miles from Leesburg, three from MIdd.touIsr
and two and ahali from Aide. The tract con
tsins THREE HUNDRED AND SlXIlONh
ACRES OF LAND. All OF the cared AID Is
in high state OF cultivation; the remainder
well timbered. In each field there are several
Springs, which, during the most proTac'''
drought have never failed. There - an dDun-
Gance OF Limestone upon the Farm, WIN NJ"
Tor burning.
ks7A The improvements consist Of DIN"
,4iss. DWELLING HOUSE with i've koon,
below, and four above 1t is comfortable an
convenient The Kitchen is Of stoDe, has
room above and beneath There are good ~.
wants houses, with every other necessary o".
building Within few yards Of the house 4.s
TWO ORCHARDS OF choice Fruit.
This Farm adjoias the lands OF Jas. F. Bal
and the heirs of Geo W. McCarty, and a more
beautiful. desirable. or more healthy location. j.
not 10 be found in the State It commands 81.
extensive view OF the Blue Ridge, and in Io'si-
ness of scenery is unsurpassed. II lies WEI"
four miles of the Loudoun Branch OF the Ma
nassas Gap Railroad and twelve Of the Pa'u'
Station. Prompt attention will be gIFer 10
any communication addressed 10 the subscTlV'h
HORACE LUCKE1'T, MiddlebuTg 7. o.
INV 3l-wtt Loudoun Co, Va
VALLEY FEMALE INSTITUTE, "H'
Y csHsrEa, yA-The fourth annual session
OF this Institution will commence SeptrmOTi
LIST, 1857, and continue fiye months The D0aiH
of instruction is complete, and superior ad'Su'
tsges are offered tor thorough and polite ecu,
cation. For further information, send ana s''
a catalogue S.P. YORK, A. NJ,
4, G. LA MONTE a. b,
! Principals and Propr'eion'
Webster, jy 7-eoly
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30
Stafford Co. ap 2-zaw6m

NJ CUNT HEBRON FARM FOR SALE
4Nl We vi. 'e.i a private sale, the FARM.
near AeXandnd IL talIlax County, known as
NloCN HEBRON FARM lying hmm ediately
OH me line o. the Orange and Alexandria and
the independent line OF ne Manassas Gap Rail.
Lo roads a,I containing FOURTEEN HUN.
DhfD y, INES The farm has on it good
- 81 lLDiNGS, Saw Mil, and il under
.sJDI " rlng. Four hundred acres are in
gras- a"on' one hundred under cultivation and
the remainder in Original grov,b r;mha- an =,
OAK, Chestnut, Hickory, &c. The lapd will 10
sold III parcels or entire, as may be., sun, nor
sons who may desire to buy. 20
Terms made known on application to u.
Undersigned or the place, or address through
the Alexan ira Post Office J F.. EDSALL,
my lu-soti OF H. V. EDSALL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

The fletcher case" is still creating discus
SION among the Democratic papers. The
Richmond South afirms that "a conspiracy
exists to defeat Mr.. LIS nomination for Gov
eruor, aud that the Rufner address business
Ia the initial movement on the part Of the
"oabal." 1t then goes on to say
1.-The Wing was not the first to produce
the charge against Mr.. Letchsr. 1t origina.
ted in New York paper Of obscure charac-
ter, and was thence distributed through Nir-
slnia. Now, who contributed the intorma-
ton to the New York Tablet? II was given
10 the shape of communication dated
Washington" aud subscribed IS" Who
is this rs ?" And at the iustignation, of
what jealous politician was the attack made
upon Mr.. Letcher through the instru mental
ity Of an Irresponsible correspondent? Per
haps we may yet be able to answer these H.
quiries to the satisfaction Of the public"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30
The deaths of Hons. Robert T. Conrad and

The deaths of Hons. Robert 7. Conrad aud
Job Tyson, of Philadelphia, are much re-
GREETED. They were both men Of talents, and
promin ent and useful citizens. Judge Con-
rad was eminent as writer. Mr.. Tyson
was formerly member Of Congress. They
were in the prime Of life, and died after but
a short illness.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-30

Iii reported that another attempt na'
been recently made to asssssiuste Louis Ma
poleOn.