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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
ConRress.

In the Senate yesterday. Mr.. Brown pre-
seuted memorial from citizens OF Washing.
ton. asking the repair of Pennsylvania ave.
nue., east of the Capitol.
The Senate again proceeded to the consid.
GRAFTON of the report Of the Kansas Confer
ence Committee.
Mr. Stuart gave his reasons for opposing
the report. He went over the whole ground
of the question, and endeavored to show, not
only that this report is equally objectona-
BILE With the former bill, but that it is also 10
consistent with the professed views of those
who then advocated the Lecompton bill
Ia the House of representatives., MIR.
Nichols, from the Committee on Printing,
reported a joint resolution to print twenty
thousand copies of the mechanical part OF
the Patent Office Report for the year 1851 -
adopted
Mr.. English, from the Committee on the
Post Office and Post Roads, reported joint
resolution, which was passed. authorizing
the Postmaster General, the Attorney Gene
raj, and the Secretary of the Treasury, to
make arrangements for procuring accomm :
dations for the post Office, custom house, and
courts in the city of Philadelphia.
MIR. Guode, from the Committee on the
District of Columbia, reported back the Be-
nate bill to incorporate the Benevolent Chris
tan Association in the city Of Washington !;
passed.
Also, Senate bill to incorporate Gonzaga
College, in the District of Columbia, for
charitable and educational purposes, under
the direction of Catholics;) passed.
Mr. Scales, from the same committee, re-
ported back, unfavorably, memorial pray
ing for the dissolution Of the Provident As
ISOLATION Of Clerks.
MIR. Burnett, from the same committee,
reported back the Senate bill for amend
ing the charter of the Columbia Institute,
for the instruction of the deaf, blind, and
dumb; committed
Mr.. Ward, from the same committee, re-
ported bill relative to railroad in The
District Of Columbia committed.
Mr.. Scales, from tho same committee, in
troduced bill in relation to lamp-posts 10
the city of Georgetown; referred.
Mr.. Bowie, from the same committee, rs
ported bill authorizing Washington parish
to enlarge its cemetery; passed.
TIE consideration Of the report OF the Con.
ference Committee on the Kansas bill was
resumed. Mr.. Howard addressed the House
in opposition to the report.
TuI NATIONAL FOUNDRY. The Woodstock
Tenth Legion considers Alexandria the most
suitable place yet named for the location Ct
the proposed National Foundry.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

The offerings on Change, yesterday were
i.ir, bu, the market was dull. There were no
sales Of Flour, which is in very limited demand
except for city sumption-quota'ions are
unchanged The receipts OF Wheat are iair'
with very light demand and declining ten
dsncy-the quality is poor; sales Of white al
lyaSlO7c., red 95Glr3c The demand for
Corn was less active-the SUPPLY continues
good sales of white and mixed at o21ro3c.
Rye and Oats are in limited demand, with light
offerings; sales of Rye at CSC; no sales OF Oats
reported. Seeds are quiet. No change in other
arfirlas
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
Aim a n &C.
PORT or ALEyANDRIA-ApRIL IS

ARRIVED.
Schr. J c. Runyon, Endicott Great Egg Har-
Dor, to 7 j. Mehatiey.
Schr, Whildon, German, Boston, Ffostburg
Coal Co.
Schr. Minerva, Winslow, Fall River, TO Bor-
den Mining Co.
Schr. Jas Forsyth, Holmes, New York TO
Borden Mining Co
Schr Joseph Spark, Rodgers, New York, to
Borden Mining Co.
Schr Ring Dove, Johnson, Philadelphia, to
S Shinn.
Schr Mary and Caroline, Bowen, Georgetown,
d. C., to Fowe Co.
Brig Mary Cobb, Montgomery, Boston, coal
by T. J. Mehafey.
Schr Daniel Brown, Head, Fall River, coal
by Borden Mining Co.
Schr Palestine, Cambreen, New York, coal
by Borden Mining 20.
Schr Island City, Conklin, New York, by
Fowle X Go.
Schr. A. Middleton, Supple, Boston, coal by I.
J. Mehafey.
Schr. Rebecca, Silver, Rockland, coal by L.
j. Mehatfey.
Schr. Geo Lutf, Line, Somerset, coal byT. J.
Mehafiey.
Schr. Henrietta, CULVER. Boston, coal by
Frostburg Coal Co.
MEMORANDA.
Schr. Black Bird, Weaver, for this port, sailed
from Providence, 24th INST.
Schrs H. A Weeks, Weeks, from this port
arrived al Boston, 25th inst; Lady Suffolk, ba'
ker, and Alfred Barrett, Coates. from do, 26th
inst; Dirigo, Cook, Tor this port, cleared at do
2Jth inst
Schr. Amelia, Rockhil, from this port, arflv'
ed al Salem 18th inst.
Schr. Sarah McAimon, from St. John, n. b..
for this port, arrived at Portland, zeih inst
Schr. South Wind Mitchell, from this port
arrived al Norfolk, Goth inst
Schr Yankee Boy, Risley, from Georgetown
d. C., arrived al Hartford. 23d inst
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
VERY DESIRABLE HOTEL FOR

4 VERY DESIRABLE HOTEL FOR
~ RENT.-The VIRGINIA HOUSE" long
and favorably known, situated at the upper end
of King street.-The main business street in the
slty-and near the Orange and Alexandria De-
80 pot This HOUSE contains about twenty
u five rooms, some Of them very large which,
together with the Stables and other buildings,
are in complete order. This HOTEL has done,
and with proper attention would now do, very
profitable business. There 10 considerable
amount OF FURNITURE in the House, nearly
new, which will be sold at less than half the
original cost. To good tenant, the rent will
be low. Possession given Immediately. APP
p'lcation may be made 10 Capt. GEO DuFFEY,
the Commissioner OF the Revenue tor Alsxan.
dria County, or TO the undersigned, Washington
City. Ian 27-eo2w L. PEYTON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

RY MAGNETIC TELEGRAPH.
scientific Convention.

BALTIMORE, April 2S-The National Sci
eoti6c Convention assembled in Maryland
Iostituts at III O'clock. About loO members
we're present. In the absence OF the rfss'.
dent proper, Alexis CasSell, esq.,, was called
(, the chair. A. half-past twelve the organ
ix,tion was not fully completed.
Extensive arrangements have been made
70. extending hospitalities to the members oy
the citizens.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

DUBLlC SALE OF VALUABLE LAND
public sale for cash, at Fairfax Court House,
on Monday the l7h day Of May court day,)
and half miles from Alexandra, on the Little
River Turnpike road, and containing one hun.
AssS dred and ffty.fcur aid one fourth acres
Gsla The BUILDINGS on said place are
new and substantial. About sixty acres are
cleared and the residue in fine timber. The
said farm 10 within mile Of the theological
Seminary and High School, and adlolns tae land
of james Cloud VIM n. DoLANi,
F.;rf.x conr,v an lO-eors Trustee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
ForRor Arrested.

New YORK, April % William Fuller has
been arrested charged with forging Govern
msut draft for 5000. dated 1884, and pur-
porting to be drawn by James Reside and
accepted by o. P. Brown, Treasurer of the
Post Office department. Four draft, Of
similar nature have been already paid at va
rious periods.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
OBITU AIRY.
TRIBUTE OF RESPECT.

Alta meeting Of the Virginia Volunteers, IN
the Mexican war held in the city OF Alexan-
dria. 9th April, 1858, Col. NJ. D. Corse was cal.
led TO the chair, and John "A. gdon acted as sc.
eretary, when the following preamble and resolu'
lions were submitted by L. w. Ashby, which
were unanimously adopted.
Whereas, On the 2 ST inst, at Shepherdstown,
Va, il pleased Almighty God, 10 remove oy
ea,h from this world the spirit john r HAM
rRAMCX late Colonel OF the Virginia Regiment
of Volunteers serving IN the Mexican wal:
Be i res3lrsd While We humbty submit 10
the inscrutable decree o. an unerring Provl-
dence we mourn the loss of one whose gallant
bearing won our admiration, and whose noble
character secured our confidence and respect.
Resolved That in the death OF the late Col.
John + Ham,ramck, W. each feel Ye have lot
a friend endeared by many assocla;lons-the
country patriot and soldier and his family ole
whose place can never be filled
Resolved, In testimony of our high apprecla-
ton of the moral worth and distinguished chaf-
ac,sr Of our late fellow soldier, We will wear
grape upon our LEFT arm for thirty days
Resoired, That copy OF these proceedings De
transmitted 10 the family OF Inc de easet' l"i'h
whom we deeply and sincerely condoie) as
slight tribute OF respect for his mem2fy-anu
that the papers OF our city be requested 10 pap
lisl the same. NJ. D. CORSE Chairman,
JOHN H. HIspoS, Secretary.
DIED, in Washington, on the 18th instant oil
consumption, after long and painful illness
which she bore with christia" fortitude and r.'
signation, SARAH SCRlVENER, aged forty
Yeas, formerly of King Geosge county, va.
DIED, at her res dence, at the Warm Springs
Bath county, on the goth inst, Mrs Eliza
BETH TERRILL, wife OF VIM H. Terrill.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

/ OFFER FOR SALE THE FARM upon
which now reside, containing ONE HUN.
DRED AND FIFTY-NINE ACRE S. This
FARM offers great inducements to the purcha-
ser, from its locality, being within one mile of
Orange Court House, and thereby brought IN
immediate connection by Railway with Rich
mond and Alexandria. II is beautifully sItua'
ted in one Of the best neghborhoods in the
IrA State The Improvements are comiorta.
Iss::& bic DWELLING, and all other necessary
ut-houses, fine fruit, &c &c
TERxs OF SALs:-One-third Of the purchase
money in hand, and the balance IN one ard two
years. If moi sold privately before, it will be
offered at public auction, on the Is day Of May,
at Orange Court House.
MARY NJ. WILLIAMSON.
Orange CT House NH ll-eotf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

NOTICE-All persons are hereby notified
~ and forbidden from throwing or otherwise
depositiug in any OF the streets, public lanes or
alleys, within the corporate limits OF the City Of
Alexandria, any rubbish, litter, or dirt and
suffering the same TO remain for more than "a
hours, except in such quantities aud in such
places, as may be allowed BY the Superintendent
Of Police. They are also notified to keep clean
the cutters In front Of their houses as required
by law. S. BEACH, Contractor.
BY direction of j. e. Moore, Supt. oil Police
an law
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

The arrivals have again fallen of, while the
demand is still very active. Prices have slight
" advanced, and all the Shad and Herring which
arrived readily sold at $l2Sia per hundred for
til. former, and $li per thousand for the latter.
The recent cold weather and high winds have
had very unfavorable effect on the fisheries.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

NV Yosx. April 60 The morey marke,
without change, and borrowers, with proper
ella" negotiations are as difficult as ever. The
stock market is dull and exhibits decline. The
news from Europe has not impaired bucyaney
70 business OF any kind. 1t is expected that
the specie line Of the banks will reach thirty
millions OF dollars, while the discounts have not
been much increased.
Letters from the Continent of Europe de-
serloea state OF com mercial dullness such as
mas scarcely ever before been experienced. The
accumulation Of unsold goods is still such as to
eneek every tendency TO revival AT Mar.
settles especially the warehouses are said to be
overloaded.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
AUCTION SALES.
By S J. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

BY S J. UcTIosEBR.
CUPERIOR HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN
- FURNITURE AT AUCTION.-On Tues
day morning nsrt, 4sh Of Nay al ~ oehek, will
be sold at the dwelling of r. w. Falls, esq.
corner of Washington and Queen streets, PART
of the FURNITURE contained therein con-
sis'ing Oh !
| pair Walnut Divans, covered with Hair Cloth
do Rocking and other Chairs
do Whatnot and Tables
do Extension Table and Cane Seat
Chairs; Handsome Sc, of Walnut Chamber Fur
niture, comprising French Eedsteads, Dressing
Bureau, &C. Two Sets Cottage Chamber Furnl-
ture; Superior Refrigerator; Cooking Stove; Ra-
dator and other Stoves; Carpets; Mattingi Mat
tresses; Tables, &c, nc.
Terms:-All sums of $50, and under, cash;
over 800 a credit Of SO days will be given, for
satisfactorily endorsed notes
SAM'L J. MCCORMICK,
an 2q-dts Auctioneer
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
baltimore Money Market, April ~.

There is but little to say in reference TO imam
eial affairs today. Money continues TO grow
easier, with fair demand :or it. Our banks are
also discountins more literally. Notes, such
as are found on the street may be quoted at s
TO 9 per cent; desirable single names l0Sll per
cent But little doing in second class Money
on call 77S per cent
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
MARRIED.,

At Mount Calvary Church, Baltimore, on
Tuesday, the 18th instant, by the Rev Ihcs'
Richey, Rev. WM CHAUNCY LANGDoN,
of Philadelphia, to Miss H AGNES COURT
NEY, daughter OF Z. 5. Courtney, esq, OF the
former city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
r gitives.

New YORK, April 25.--Juarez and Csb-
net got aboard the John l.. Stevens at Man
camilla. They subsequently embarked at As
pinwsll for New Orleans, and thence would
nroceed to Vera Cruz.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

nUBLIC SALE OF VALUABLE LAND,
IN UPPER FAUQUlER In pursuance
OF the provisions OF two deeds OF trust, executed
by James Rogers and wife, the first 10 Richards
Payne, bearing date on the 9th day OF October,
1855. and the second, TO r. f. Scott, and John
A Sp!lman, bearing date on the Gath day OF
September. 1857, each recorded in the Clerks
Office of the County Court of Fauqnier county,
Va, we, the undersigned (acting under the au-
thority OF the deeds, respectively made 10 u.s.
will sell the tract Of LAND in the said two
deeds mentioned, on the premises at public auc
ton, 10 the highest bidder on Tuesday, The 22d
ddy Of Jane, 1858 The said tract OF LAND
coRtalnin. EIGHT HUNDRED AND SIXTY
SIX ACRES, lies in the upper part OF Fauquler
County, on toe waters OF farters Run. within
two miles of the Salem Station Of the Manassas
Gap Railroad-aGd 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 numbered. The I'M
~. provements. consists OF an elegant MAN
"a SION, in complete repair, and all necessary
ut.buildiugs for the accommodation OF Ser.
wants and Stock necessary on the farm, Barn,
CUrn.Crib &c The neighbour" cd is healthy,
and society polished. The estate comprises all
that is necessary 10 render il a most desirable
residence, and profitable investment.
Terms oY SALE One third part OF the pur-
chase money 10 be paid down in cash on day Of
SALE the residue to be divided into two equal pay
msnts 10 be secured by bonds with approved
personal security. bearing interest from day OF
sale. and as further indemnity, the title to the
said land TO be withheld until all the purcha
money is paid, with power OF re sale, in case the
purchaser should fail TO pay-in accordance
- pcattn rtn
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

New YORK, April 2S.-Flour is firm, at
partial advance; sales Of 10000 bbls.; State
&256S4 IS; Ohio 81 553$4 10; Southern 81
'O6Sl75. Wheat is heavy; sales of 5000 bush;
Southern red llO6ll5c, white l273c, Corn is
dull sales OF 9 900 bush; white T2673c, yel'
low 7467s. Beef is steady; Chicago Repaeked
$I36$l4 Pork is lower; Mess $3.50; Prime
$l54N6$l5.45. Lard is buoyant, at l2c.-
Whiskey is steady al 2,1c. Stocks are dull
No. SIS sE4, but closed firmer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
Tho Markets.

BALTIMORE April 2s-Flour is heavy and dull;
Howard street nominally $4.374. Wheat Is
dull. and prices are generally unchanged; red
l0aSlO7c; good to prime white, l2O6l3oe-
Corn is slightly lower; white 64tS66c, yellow
7oG7lc Whiskey is dull and nominal Pro-
visions are rather heavy-Bulk Pork sold for 7
9yt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

Nfw YORK, April 27.-The tea sale to-day
was unsatisfactory. Greens were sold at lower
prices, and the blacks were nearly oil with
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
an 29-3t JOS. PADGETT, Constable.
BY s J. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.

D. j.
TNRUSTEE'S SALE.-By virtue OF deed OF
trust 10 the undersigned, from SIas }. saun-
ders and wife, dated August Isl, 1886, and re-
corded in the office OF the Clerk OF the County
Court OF Fairfax county, will be offered for sale,
on the premises on the nth day Of .9pr1t nerf,
the TRACT OF LAND, in said count, called
"CRACKER HILL" with sundry other Tracts
adjacent thereto, containing in the aggregate
about POS ACRES, all lying about three miles
from Alexandra, on the south side OF Hunting
Creek, on the road leading from Alexandra 10
Mount Vernon.
"a There are on the premises well built
i'd two-stoTy brick DWELLlhu, with seven
rooms, and all necessary out.buildings-a barn,
stable, corn house, &c, &c; an abundant supply
of water.
TERAs.-One fourth cash; the remainder IN
equal payments, with interest, al 3, II an ls
months. respectively Title reserved till the
purchase money be paid.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

WNDSOR pLAsTER.-2oo tons Windsor
w Plaster, 10 arrive shortly, for sale BY
HW FOWLE b co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

NIAsSER'S PATENT CREAM FREE.
N ZERS have given entire satisfaction, ard
are considered the bsst Frsszer in uss: For
.als by rnA a. JUHN OGDEN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

Alta MEETING OF THE BOARD OF
~ PUBLIC WORKS, March "a 1885, at the
>It quest OF the President OF the Orange and Al
exandria Railroad Company, II was
Resolved That general meeting of he Stock
holders of the above Company be called, TO be
held on Thursday the 29h day Of 1Aprt' merit, at
the city OF Alexandria, Tor the consideration OF
the act passed the present session OF me Gene
raj Assembly, authorizing loan TO the Orange
and Alexandria Railroad Company, and for
other purposes.
True copy from the minutes -
THOMAS H. DEWITT,
NH 3O-eotd Secretary B, p w.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

The above named Fertilizers will be kept
constantly on hand, and sold as low as in any
marke in the country.
Alexandria, ap 2l-Im n
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
Philadelphia oa,tIe Market, April ae

FhTsueIPhN OHttfo "STH'' "P
Beet Cattle-The offerings to-day were about
100 head, and prices 5oG75 cts. per 100 b'.
lower; sales at ss6Slo.25 per 100 tSs. Cows
and Calves-Sales at $35G$60 for fresh Cows.
Sheep-Oferings ABOUT 5000; sales at $s08s
each Hsgs-Ctferings about $500 head; sales
$7oO6$7.50 per 100 lbs. net.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

I'OR SALE.-A valuable young NEGRO
l MAN OF good habits and disposition
Said servant has been accustomed to house
work Any gentleman wishing a good dining.
room servant would do well to purchase him
He will not he sold cut OF the vicinity Of Alex.
andria Address Advertiser" White Post P
o., Clarke County, Va. ap 2l-eolm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

CHERIFF'S SALE will expose 10 sa lie
y on Saturday the lH day Of Nay at the Ma,
chine Shop on Union street, formerly oGCgPlra
BY Entwisle Il Moore, a Lot OF Cast Cog "hetIs;
Spindles; Blacksmith Anvils; Drill Press; Two
Lathes; Machine Gearing; large lot oil ra'-
terms. and other articles, TO satisfy an execution
in my hands vs. Entwisle Moore. Sale 10
take place al 10 o'clock
an 2a-dts C NJ CASTLEMEN d. S.
DUBLlC SALE-Will be sold on Saturday,
TIE Isl day Of May, at the Machine shop oil
Entwise 4 Moore, on Union street, the follow
ing property -
lot OF Castings for a Mill; Anchors 1
Vice Benches ana Vices; bars OF Iron Large
Lot OF Patterns; | Wood Lathe and Pulley; |
Saw Bench and many other articles too tedious
to mention, taken 10 satisfy distraint warrant
tor rent Sale at 10 clock.
an 29-3t JOS. PADGETT, Constable.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

Also the same article manufactured by Messrs.
COE x co, warranted equal to any offered to
the Farming community.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

The NATIONAL FoUNDRY.--The Woodstock
Tenth Legion considers Alexandria the most
suitable place yet named for the location #
tbe nronosrd National Foundry.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

A convention of the various Railroad Com
pspies North, South, East and West OF Peters
burg, was held in that place on Tuesday. The
Object ofthe Convention was to arrange tariff
of rates for through passage from the various
points of the compass, to the Virginia
Springs. The meeting remained in session all
day. The result has not yet transpired.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
D. FUNSTEN, Trustee.

feb l6-laW4WHeOts
e. The above sale is postponed to Saturday,
the Ia of Nay ntrt, to commence on the premI-
ses at IL o'clock, VI Zap 20-eotsl d. +.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

TOHN MURPHY, ATTORNEY 1T Law,
u will practice II the Courts Of Westmore.
land, Richmond, and Northumberland Counties.
psf ofdee, Riee's Store, Westmorels"' rourty
W. dss ~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
SI,035,4S2 43

Farmers Bank OF Virginia.
,,,bs Farmers Bank of Virginia inclu-
djpg the branches on the LIST day OF April
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29
COM N ERCIAL.
o,d pomipion.

1h' ,bs Bark of the Old Dominion,
s''uepn. .,ocb at Pearisburg, March 3lst 1855.
win D'@"> -, 1856 s3 65
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

Edward Lsdbetter, charged with commit
ting rape upon the person of Harriet Miles,
in Sussex County. was tried on Monday and
found guilty, and sentenced to ten years i'm
prisoumeut in the Pepitentiary. The prison
er on Tuesday, attempted to commit suicide
BY severing several of the main arteries CT
the arm. The attempt was frustrated ty the
timely iuterpositon Of surgical aid.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

Las, dividend Of profits, 4 per cent.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-04-29

IMPROVEMENTS IN WARRENToN.-Mr. j. ii.
DaveuI ort has nearly completed the BRICK
work upon two dwelling houses on the
square Dearly opposite the BaptiS. Church
These es are erected tor Jno. ) Arm
strong, esq, aud will, when finished. be very
neat and comfortable residences. Their az
rearance vii! add much to the beauty OF that
par, OF the town. o. the square opposite,
Ed. IL. Splman, esq., has contracted with
Mr.. Jno. X. Spilmau for the erection CT
fne brick manson. The Finale Seminary
will soon be finished, IS the workmen are
upun il now. MIR. j. R. Splman has COO
tracted to build 1t for nine thousand dollars.
The men beers Of the Episcopal Church have
determined also to erect Parsonage, and
yery handsome sum has already been sub
scribei ior the purpose.
The nemters of the Baptist Church like
wise intend to make very decided improve
meats upon their bouse OF Worship, which Is
now sadly in need Of repair. Thee indica-
tons Of progress will let our friends at dis
,arce know that Wsrrenton Is adTancIog.-
Rh9.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-07-17
a. W, King.

scales ScaIes,. ScaIes..!
ITO weigh from half an ounce to thirty hundred.