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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19
A Han dsonie IninR.

The Senator from Petersburg did 5
some thing on Tuesday, which r.
publicly to acknowledge. We uo.,
he made a magnsnimous aud edse.
peal to his brother Democrats q ace
Wing members OF the Senate the oGs
ty Of examining the resolutions sd
the democratic caucus, and which 0 o..
of the Democrats in both hou.es D."
push through without u moment; q.
Rtchn oad Whiq.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19
The Robertson case at Rochester.

ROCHESTER, Jan 1.-The prosecution in
the case of John b. Robertson, who was ar
rested for an attempt to poison his wife, rest
ed their case this noon Counsel opened the
defence with speech of an hour 10 which
he gave the outline of the defence. They
will try and show that young DR.. Bleglcr,
backed By his father, was aconsplrator aga rs!
Robertson, and that his motive was 10 avoid
the payment of ~, 800, loaned and expended
on his fatfer's trial last Spring Several
witnesses fer the defence were eXamlOed this
afternoon, and among them were Mrs. Rob
ertsou, the wife of the defendant, her two
brothers and several neighbors and relations
all Of whom testified to the good charac-
ter of the defendant, and the happy domes-
tic relations always existing between him
and his wife. Mrs X. swOre that her mar
ried life had been the happiest part OF her
life, in every particular, and coutradlctei
much of Biegler's evidence. At the couclu-
sion of her examination the Court adjourn
ed till tomorrow morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19
storm at New Orleans

New ORLEANS, Jan IA sudden storm
of wind came w this afternoon, accompanied
by rain, which amounted to nearly Il hur-
ricane.
Fifteen ships broke from their mornings,
ard were considerably damaged. The Z. h.
PenneIl, of Bath. and the Ellen Stewart
we're badly injured. Several houses were
unroofed and otherwise more or less injured.
The lake end OF the Poncbartaln Railroad
is about half destroyed. The damage to
steamboats, which the wind broke loose from
their fastenings is immense. ChimncyS were
blown down and several lives were lost
Many tow boats were also Injured.
The storm lasted only halt an hour.
The storm blew down fences and injured
many yerandahs Of house, in the city.
1t is not known whether it extended to the
Gulf, but many fears are expressed IN regard
TO its effects in that region, and that the
damage is much greater than has yet been
reported.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19
Conforming ones Self.

The y. \. "Crurier's" Washington CORES
pondert writes:
cat recent Republican caucus i. was re
solved, upon the advice Of Gov. Seward not
to agitato the Slavery question, but attend to
legislation"
Good advice for Albany, as well as for
Washington. If Mr.. Seward had attended
to it fifteen years past, the Wing Party, most
Of the time, would have been in power-Clay
in 1914, made President, and Fillmore re.
cted.--N. ]. Err.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Hon. Henry Winter Davis, Of Baltimore,
has accepted the invitation of the Literary
Societies of the University to address them at
the close of the session.
Mr.. Kosciusko Kemper, Of Orange, has
been elected Anniversary Orator Of tbeJetfer-
son Society ofthe University, to address them
on the 18th April next.
Mr.. J. Camp Turner, of Alabama, has
been elected by the same Society, t. read the
Declaration Of lndependence On that Occa-
slUu - charlottesville AdC.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

There are reports from Richmond that
Gov. Wise, is far from "resting easy" under
the Kansas resolutions passed by the Lesis-
lature, intended az a rebuks to his late Tam
many letter. 1t is said, that, probably, he
will make ian appeal to the people" in his
own defence and in justification of his course.
Letters, it is also said, have passed between
him and Mr.. Buchanan, and that Mr.. Buch
auan does not approve of the position assum-
ed by Gov. Wise. Altogether the "harmo-
nv" is about as usual Fortunately there is
no election in the State coming on just at
this time
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19
The ResponsiDiIity.

The South Side Democrat, warmly in IA
vor OF Walker, and violently opposed T.
Com. Pauldiug's proceedings, says: cit is
constrained to think that Secretary Toucy Is
as much, il not more, 10 blame than either
or all of the naval cficers implicated iu these
disgraceiul roceedinss" According to the
Jackscnian theory, til. President lG response
bic for the acts of his Secretaries. Mr.
Buchanan, therefore, is the party 10 whum
the country should look.-Rsiersb,py Int
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19
The Weather Eastward.

The Nantucket Enquirer, Of The 18th,
says:
The weather is mild and springlike, and
several species Of early flowers have been
found in bloom. A year ago we had served
cut half sentence Of one months imprison-
ment. No fear may be aPprehended for a
long winter, at any rate.
The New Bedford Mercury says:
Ga Wednesday last, January l., corr
field was piOwed near this city, the soil per
fectIy pliable and the blowing As easy as IN
the best season. Pansirs are still IN bios
som, and the buds of the cherry tree have
started little in some exposures.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

The government is again in funds to an
amount ample for i'm mediate purposes. The
new treasury notes have been received iron
the hands Of the epgraver, who has execu-
ted them with great skill, representing upon
their face admirable likenesses of the Presl-
dent and Secretary of the Treasury. 1t is
found that the notes will be current at three
per cent. interest, any bank being glad to
take them on deposit at par, with the aceu'
INFLATED interest.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

LIVERPOOL BREADSTUFFS MAREET.-Messrs.
Richardson, Spence & Co. report no regular
market for breadstuffs since the departure IT
the North American. Flour duiI-We stern
Canal 23(d24s.; Philadelphia and Baltimore
24CG25s. Wheat quiet but firm red O+. 50.
ais, and Is. for choice; white 6Caos-
Corn dull-mixeI and yellow 33s. 3D.; white
37(93Ss.
Iron Market.-Messrs Barring ( Bros.
report iron firm, with a better deman |, at
&C for rails and bars. Breadstufs quiet but
steady.
Liverpool Cotton Market-The Brokers'
Circular says the sales for the week, which,
however, only comprehend four days, ow-
ing TO tie holidays, were 10000 bales, IN
Guiding $500 on speculation, and 2,OOO tor
export.
Au advance OF on the week had taken
place on all qualities. The sales of Thurs
day were 10000 bales. Of which 1000 were
on speculation, and 1000 for export the
maket closing buoyant and strong tendency
upward, with an active demand at the fol-
lowing quotations. Fair Orleans 6s ; Md
ding Orleans Ct 1; Fair Mobile 7-l6d; Mid
ding Mob lie 81 Fair Uplauds 3 l-l6d;
Mddling Uplands cd.
The official account Of the stock in port at
the end Of the year shows 100000 bales, of
which 10000 were American. The actual
stock was steadily in excess of the eStimat'.
The London VI ney Market was slightly
easier, discounts being freely effected at ia
8 per cent. Cunsols for acc count closed az
94i(d948. The bullion in the b INK Of Fog
land had increased E7Ol 600. Messrs. Bar
ing Bros, quite dollars nominal at 5s Cd;
eagles 76s I'D.
American Securities Messrs. Barring Bros.
report business limited ct previous rates
Messrs. Bell & Co., report an improved de-
mand and all descriptions slightly advanced.
United State G's Of lS61-S and DO. e.,
bonds of 1868, lOl(alO3; Maryland IS
bonds, S8(ag0; Mass ,chuset;s IS bonds, 20
(a9S; Pennsylvania IS, 7lCa7G; PennsylTa-
MIA IS, bonds, SG(Go2; Virginia 6's 1866,
78LaSO; Virginia 81, 1888, 7Sl%SO; Illinois
Central Railroad shares, discount, 5[G1; do.
bonds, 1903; Michigan Central So, 1866
and 1869, S4(aS6; do. shares, 55LGbe; New
York Central Railroad shares, 1U(G14; do.
is, SO(982; do. ~, 90(g92; Erie Railroad
stock, discount, $50 Is; do. IS, cOnvertlbIes,
4O(g42; do. sinking fund, 4O(G45; Pennsyl'
wanna Central, first mortgage, 1ylGol.
The London paper reports the following
business on the 3lst:-lIlinois Central Rail
road shares at 4(G5(GS discount; New lork
Central Railroad shares, IOi.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Robert A. Craig, a British subject at Pun
ia Arenas, has demanded damages of the
pjted States for losses sustained by him in
the seizure of Walkers expedition by Com.
Paulding He alleges that be rented to Gen.
Walker part o! his premises and that be
had lar &c quantity Of provisions in his
warehouse belonging to Walker at stipula-
ted rate of storage per month for each pack
age; and also that be advanced on the securi'
.v of the provisions the sum of $500.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19
slight shock ofnn Earthuunke,

LoCKPoRr, \. \. Jan. Ii Weather cloudy
and raining. Thermometer now stands AZ
20. Last night, about ha!f-pasI eleven o.
clock, II slight vibration was felt, accompanied
with loud rumbiIug noise resembling the
rolling OF wheels over a pavement. Ii was
heard by number Of persons in dlttcrent
parts OF the town, and woke several from
their sleep
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19
The Health Of Virginia.

As 40 illustration of the health Of the Oh
Dominion, the editor of the Richmond IL.
aminer submits the following very interesting
paragraph:
Ia the reader aware Of the fact that some.
thing like third Of the members Of the ce'
ebrated Virginia Convention Ot 1890, are
still among u? We think we have not sta
ted the number of survivors above what il
actually is; and when We consider that
majority OF that body had at that time react.
ed the period of middle age, the fact mus.
be regarded as worthy OF remark. In refer.
ence to two of the districts, at least, three
fourths Of the representatives, are YET living.
Gen. Csbell, Col Martin, and Col. Towues
are still active and usefu! citizens Of tho
pittsylvania district, aud the same remark
may be applied to General Gordon, Judge
Thompson and DR.. Massie, OF the Albemarle
district OF the four representatives OF the
Metropolitan district, eA-President Tyler AMI
Judge Clopton are still living; the former in
dignifed and honorable retirement, the lat,
ter in active and useful service In the cour-
ellis OF the State. 10 several of the Other
twenty-four districts, halt the members T.
main; IN several again but single ohei ana
in few not one is left Of the associates
Of Madison, Marshall Monroe, Randolph,
Leigh, the Barbours, johnson, Duddridge
and Giles, in the Convention OF 1929. The
Oldest surviving member OF the Convention Is
probably MIR. Tnzswell, who must have been
nearly 6O years of age at that time. We ask
the question of our cotem poraries Of the press,
if they can give as favorable an illustration
of the health of any other State in the Uuou.
Can you point to tIirty-odd living men who
belonged to public body Of uinety-six mem.
bers nearly thirty years ago?
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Mr.. Seldom, in his speech at the Walker
banquet in Richmond, said:-
"While the governments of Europe fill
bustered, we trusted to the enterprise Of
Young America. lie hoped for the regener-
alton of Central America by the introdue-
ton of higher order of civilization. lie
wished to see the time
When Walkers might and Walkers right,
Would meet on Nicaraguan height"
The parody of the prophecy in Guy Man
ering, is rather step "from the sublime to
the ridiculous" Walker, however, appears
to have neither might" nor "right"-cer-
tainly not q particle of the latter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

A man named Ketchum, on whose prem
is,s. in Cincinnati, carpet bag was found
a few days ago, containing $1,000 in coun-
torfei, 6yes on the Central Bank, Frederick,
Md, and York Bank, Pa, bias been heiu
in 81 900 bail. John Kelley, to whom 1t Is
alleged the carpetbag belonged, was also
held In 81 500 bail
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Uncle Sam paid off his employees In the
navy yard, at Portsmouth, last week. Win
half dollars, all bright and silvery. A num-
hsr of Jacks tars from the Saratoga were
about too with plentiful supplies OF the shin
ing dust, carelessly tied up in their hsndker-
Il.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

The Santa Fe Gazette contains full &C
count of the ella expedition, which has been
successful, having fully accomplished the
end contemplated in its organization. Not
only this, but it has resulted in obtaining in
formation of valuable portion OF our terri,
tory which otherwise might have remained
hidden from US for years to come.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

James J. Lawn, esq, died in Washington
city on Friday night. while on brief visit
there, having left Baltimore only on Thurs
dsy. Mr.. Lawn was successful produce
merchant in u ward street, Baltimore, and
ar the time of hs death, was the President
of the Democratic City Convention of B"lti-
more, and State director in the Baltimore
and Ohio Railroad Company.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

The Liverpool Post of the Oath December,
gives the particulars of the total loss of the
ship Wallace, of Leith, Captain Cormea, and
the dreadful sufferings of the crew, who re-
NAMED on the wreck during period of IL
days, without food or drink--except the body
of dog, and what water they could procure
during the short intervals OF rain. The de-
tails are horrible in the extreme, as related
by ak of the crew of the ill-fated vessel, who
were brought on shore from the Clyne, and
conveyed to the Sailors Home.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19
The Meat Panic,

The Danville News says:
I'VE have just seen a gentleman 0,
timore, and he Informs US that ih'.,
ground for the prevailing meat Pa'.
says there are millions Of pounds o. 7
market. II must find buyers, aDl -
supply will naturally keep the prs.
There is no danger Of people per-. I.
bacon is nov selling in BiIilmOI'
MUCH cheaper than huying hoGS o.
NOR HlRE.-A good COOK va
i AND IRONER. Apply TO .c,rs.
jan a-tt kNOA y DIT
I nnn BBLS. SUPER 49,
l.UUU FLOUR, in store . .G1 =.
jan ~ PERRY PENNiBA'H''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19


A bill has been reported in the House OF
Delegates, from the Committee on Banks,
changing the name of the Mineral Bank OF
Virginia, TO be located at Richmond) to the
Bank of the Commonwealth; the minimum
capital to lie 100000, and the maximum
$1,000, 900; any Bank of the State may sub
scribe for its stock to the extent of per cent.
of the capital of the subscribing Bank, pro-
vided the surplus Of the subscribing Bank be
not reduced below 5 per cent. and that every
Bank so subscribing shall redeem its notes
at the new Bank at a discount not exceeding
one fourth of one per cent. This would con-
stitute what is called clearing house for the
Banks of this State.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Governor Hunt, of New York, has 1t IN
contem pla,ion to write continuation OF tho
Political History of New York, commencing
with the adoption Of the present state con
sti,ution. lie has chosen perlcd when
ahoupds in interesting materia! lor the
statesman and historian.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Both branches of the Alabama Leg'sla-
ture have unanimously passed resolutions nu'
thcrizing the Governor to call State Con-
,ention if Congress refuse to admit Kansas
with the Lecompton Constitution.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Nj. Gaillardet, in letter from Paris, says
that there is a renewed agitation amongst the
Swans of Paris, at the magnificent offer the
Emperor again makes to Professor Agassiz,
of the United States, to induce him to fill the
chair made vacant by NJ. de Orbigny, in the
Museum su Jardin des Plantes." The offer
is one hundred thousand francs, and seat
in the Senate.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

The Annual Meeting of the American
Colonization Society, will be held in Trinity
Church, (Rev. DR.. Cummius's.) Washington
on this evening" the 18th instant, at = O.
clock. Several distinguished gentlemen are
expected to address the meeting. The pub
lie are invited to attend.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

The financial pressure, it is stated. has
been very disastrous to the whaling interests.
The North Pacific fleet the past season con-
tanned only about $50 vessels, 30 less than
in the preceding year.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Congress has been in session six weeks
and nothing practical, except the passage Of
the Treasury note bill, has yet been effected.
The Constitution of Minnesota will be
amongst the first subjects coming up for con-
Alteration, and that Of Kansas will probably
be submitted dnrips the week.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

At the beginning OF this month the OLD
method Of reckoning currency in Canada by
pounds, shilipgs and pence was abolished
and the decimal system of this country super
sedes it. Decimal coins will be coined to
meet the requirements of the law. They
will probably correspond in value with those
of the United States.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

DR.. William S. Woodside, the Master of
Transportation of the Baltimore and Ohio
Railroad, who has, it is understood, been de-
sirous of being relieved for some months
past, again rendered his resignation at the
last meeting of the Board of Drectors.--
Much regret was expressed at this step by
the Company, and the resignation was laid
on the table without being accepted. 1t Is
said that the Company is not likely to lose
the services of DR.. Woodside. even should
he vacate bis present office, as it is desl gned
to renstate him in his former responsible pc
siton as Paymaster.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

The St. Louis Republican states that Gap
tain J, L. Brent, Assistant Quartermaster IN
the U. S. Army, died at Leavenwofth' Kan
90. IN the Wednesday preceding. Capt
Brent was virginian by BIRTH aud mas
been connected with the service Tor nearly
twenty-eight wears.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

The Farmers Bank of Fincastie declared
a sem.annual dividend of per cent. nett,
an the Ia, inst. 1t has paid to its stockhOl'
.8srs i6 per cent. for the year 1891.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

The most interesting and affecting part of
the trial of Smith, going on in Philadelphia,
for the murder of Carter, was the evidence
of Smiths sister, who is young lady OF IN
telrgence and high character, and who gave
an account of the demeanor of her brother
upon being satisfied Of the dishonor OF bis
wife, and the name of the man who had
ruined her and blasted forever bis own peace
and happiness.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

One Of the best symptoms that has ap-
,pssred of q revival of trade is in the resump-
ton of work by cotton sud woollen and 9th
or manufactures.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

4 negro man, belonging to Major Ellis oil
Fauquier, accidentally fell into the Basin, at
fredericksburg. on Friday evening, and WAS
drowned before assistance could reach him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

An application was made before Judge
Meredith of Richmond, on Saturday, for the
admission to bail Of n. B. Dickinson, charged
with the murder of John c. Haley, at the
Fair Grounds, in October last. The applca-
ton was made on the ground that the health
of the accused has been seriously impaired
by confinement, and that prolonged incar ma
ton may be attended with fatal consequent
ces. These allegations were sustained by
the evidence of two physicians, and by the
physical appearance Of the prisoner
Judge Meredith, after further hearing, ad-
mitt cd the accused to bail in the sum Of
$50, 900. The sureties on the bond were
his four brothers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Efforts are being made by the clergy 10
obtain an increase in the number of chaplains
in the army and navy. A meeting is to De
held in Philadelphie with reference TO tn'S
object.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

The House of Delegates passed, on Satur-
day. the bill from the Senate providing for
filling vacancies in the Office Of Lieutenant
Governor. The act as passed, amends the
existing law in relation to the same subject
80 as cause it to read:
ga writ of election to FIJI vacancy IN the
Office Of Lieutenant Governor, Attorney Ge o,
eral, or Commissioner OF Public Works, shall
be issued by the Governor and returns OF the
election, under such writ, shall be filed 10 the
Clerks office of the several counties or COT
porations, ..and transmitted under seal u tue
Secretary of the Com onwealth, IN the man
ner prescribed by law for the general election.
From the returns so transmitted, the Governor
shall ascertain what person Is elected, aud
make proclamation Of the fact, and also
notify him in writing of his election.
when there shall be vacancy in the Of
fee of Lieutenant Governor or Attorney Cen
eral, during the session Of the General AS
sembly, the General Assembly may, BY the
joint vote Of both Houses fill pro smpore the
vacancy iu such office until said vacancy Is
filled in the manner herein provided"
The concurrence of the Senate is required
in an immaterial amendment, adopted some
days since, before the act became law. AS
soon as this formality is gone through with,
joint reso luton will probably be adopted
fixing day for the cleo ton Of Lieutenant
Governor by the General Assembly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

Rev. Elijah Merchant, we'll known IN and
a native Of Virginia. died at Los Ause'os'
on the 2sth Of October.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-19

A letter to the Philadelphia Enquirer, from
New York, says:-"A new mama Is begin
ming to display itself among the fair danes
of Gotham. 1t is, of course, an exotic, and
consists in a violent desire for 'handker-
chief" of which useful article every lady is
forced to carry twO-one for use in the pocket
and the other for display in the hand.
They are edged with lace. Price $1,000 a
dozen. To carry the more expensive article
boxes of pearl have been expressly invented.
These are worth from $50 to SIS. From
these figures it will be seen that 1t will soon
cost as much to keep wife in handkerchiefS,
as it does to keep the rest Of the family in
boots, buttons, and house rent"