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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The Petersburg Inteiligencer argues that
protection of American industry, is doc
trine which would be eminently beneficial tc
the whole country, and to the state of Eir'
GINA, as an agricultural state, and yet hav'
Jog abundance of COAL iron, &C., aud states
one most remarkable fact, which outweighs
a thousand of the subtlest speculations and
abstrusest arguments tina, have been yet put
forward by multiplication writers and poll
ticians. and that is, that no country or ma
ton has yet grown rich, or great, under the
free trade system. On the contrary, every
country and nation that has advanced 10
opulence and grandeur has owed its advance
meut to protective tariff.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24
MIR. F.. X. collin. and the Ohio widow

a Washington correspondent of the New
York lines says:
zone of the operations Of the lobby here
within the past few days, has excited u deal
OF gossip. Collins being considered able 10
pay for getting his steamship appropriations
through be has been pretty thoroughly be-
set but the climax was reached when the
widow of a late deceased member Of Con
gress from Ohio presented bim with and re-
uuired his signature to a bond OF $50, 900 for
service. in bel ping through Legislation In bis
behalf accompanied by the significant init
NATION that twenty-seven members were
pledged to vote on the Collins appropriation
according as she dictated! Collins, OF course,
demurree to this extraragant demand, but IT
is supposed he was obliged to come down 10
something handsome for the extraordinary
influence of the female lobby in the person
of the Ohio widow. 1t is said that Collins
has this time been worse victim than ever
to the vultures of the lobby, and has been
preyed upon and pestered until he is halt
crazy"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

A fearful tornado visited New York, on
Monday afternoon, and though its duration
was but BALI an hour, it's effects were visible
IN every quarter to an extent never before
known after storm of such short duration.
The streets were completely inundated, and
for while the fierce wind made sad havoc
with all movable objects starting trees, roofs,
chimneys, signs. wagons, ard objects Of less
note, and whirllng them like feathers about
the streets. Among the more serious &C.
cidents 10 the city, were the partial destruc-
ton of church in Fiity.f,urtd street; the
deuolishing Of the chimney of the Methodist
Book Concern, by which the roof OF nsigh-
boriGg house was broken in, and woman
badly injured, and a horse killed; the IN
roofing OF the stables of the Seventh avenue
omnibus line, injuriug one man, and the
hos,ler of the stable being struck by lightning.
fortunately, so far as We can learn, there
was DO loss OF life in the city. though the ir-
juries Of some Of the wounded may possibly
prove fatal. The damage to property, how
ever is extensive, aud indeed mrre so than
would seem credible from the limited time in
which the storm continued. At Hunters
Point, Long Island, jus, above Green point,
the tornado was more disastrous. One wing
of the large establishment of the American
Flint Glassworks was blown down, killing
two OF the employees ins,antly-the one an
engineer aud the other foreman--and serious
~ iDjuriug seven others a woman was
killed by lightning at Brooklyn.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

An intelligent correspondent Of the Knox
vile TENN Wing, writing of the recent
CONNIE ncement Exercises at Emory and
Henry College, says The masterpiece of
the occasions was the address before the Lite
rary Societies. by Rev. James A. Duncan, OF
Richmond, Va. His subject was The Signs
Of the Times, and what Counsel they give US
concerning our Literature" Never have
beard an address more appropriate to the
occasion of its delivery. 1t was learned,
without pedantry, chaste without prudery,
and eloquent without effort, and enivened
withul by vein of richest humor throughout.
Ii was most happy blending Of the literary
with the popular suited shse to scholars and
people" Mr. Duncan is quite young man,
and his present position gives promise OF a
bright, very bright, future.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The Department of the Interior, including
the Patent Office building, 10 Washington, is
said to be one of the most beautiful, sub
stausial, and appropriate structures in the
world
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

MIR. Douglass. the State Senator from the
King William district, Notwithstanding tho
anti uellipg law, is candidate for re-eiec-
ton, and bias no opponent. 1.-The is elected,
an act of grace 10 bis favor will have to be
nassed. before he can take his seat.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The statement that Mr.. Peabody holds
100000 Of the stock Of the Cairo City Gli!)
Company, is contradicted. lone who knows"
writes to the Philadelphia Evening Journal :
Mr. Peabody is stakeholder III the Cairo
Company to the extent of l,5O0 shares, the
par value of which is $4,000, but the mar
ket value before the food was never more
than $25 PER share. which would make bis
interest S37 500 provided he had purchased
at market price. Bat as he became possess
Ell OF this interest by owning large claims
against the United States Bank, his entire In
terest has not cost him $1,000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

BY despatch from Leavenworth, dated
18th inst, we have additional advices from
Camp Scott. The news from Utah has been
anticipated. Private advices mention the
arrival Of Lieut.. Armstrong at Camp Scott,
with seyenty.fse head of cattle. Capt. kaue
with two hundred head was three days
march from the camp. 1t was stated that
Brigham Youna's principal Elders bad agreed
to deliver themselves up to the United States
Marshal for trial, provided they were tried
by Jury in NO manner connected with the
army. A party of Mormous, in hali-starv-
ed condition, had reached Camp Scott, and
expressed desire to return to the United
States. Much satisfaction was caused in
the army by the reception of Col. Jobnston's
commission as Brigader General.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The life and lectures Of the famous Lola
Mopt,z have been published in New York
and, of course, the book is bought by thou
sands. The author and her career continue
IN attract attention.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

Abraham Venable, former Democratic
member Of Congress from the Granville Dis
trict, III North Carolina, has come out in oppo-
sitiuu to tho Democratic nominee for Cover
nor; in favor Of McRse, the Distribution can
didate; and of Distribution Legislature.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

Newspapers squabbles, the Boston Courier
correctly remarks, as a general rule, are en-
tertainments in which the actors take more
interest than the audience.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The Alumni Association Of the College of
New Jersey, will hold its next annual meet
ing in the College Chapel Of Princeton, on
Tuesday, the 29th of June.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

IL We perceive that the publisher Of To"
New YORK WEEKLY is out with another novelty.
A new Story by JAMES A. MAITLAND, author OF
The Waterman" The Old Doctor" Sara
roe" The Lawyers Story" old Honesty
etc, commences this week, in that popular pa,
per Mr. Maitands new story is 10 appear IN
der the title OF Rosa MmToY; 0r. the Hrnu ~ me
Sea Shore. and will no doubt add to the already
handsome circulation OF the WEEKLY. VIA
such succession OF capital stories by the 1"',
writer's in the country, II IS not surprising TIA.
this paper mas at once attained position ~ 'A'
front rank OF the popular publications Of 'ae
day. The NEW York WEEKLT IS published ~
A. J. Williamson, " Beekman street, y. u
and sold by all Booksellers and News Dealers 20
the United States ard Canaias 1t IS sent 'y
mail at - year, or two copies Tor -.
New York ie 2i-lt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The WATERFOWL, Wis., Democrat says that
nice potatoes are selling in that city by the
farmers at eight cents a bushel, and the
sweetest butter at ten cents a pound.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

Green corn is now brought to market for
table use, in several cities in Georgia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

An effort is making to organize the Ma
tapoDi Navigation Company. charter for
which has already been obtained.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The London Times asserts that the U. ).
Steamship Niagars, IS q war steamer 10
"total failure."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The Buffalo Postmaster has followed the
example of the New York official, and placed
lady clerk at the ladies' department Of the
Post Office.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

3. F. Male, of Orange county, is suggested
by writer for Colonel Commandant Of the
Militia of that county.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

Morgan Bryan, convicted at Pittsburg OF
selling lottery tickets, has been sentenced to
pay the costs, and be imprisoned 10 the peni-
tentiary one year.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

Mr.. Stith, the newly elected Mayor OF
New Orleans, was inaugurated, on the 2lst.
Col. Anderson has left for New York.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The corner stone Of q Dew Catholic Church
ia TO be laid 10 Fredericksburg, next Sundsy
morning, By Bishop Mcaill, Of RiehmOnd.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The Copcordia (La,) Intel!igenccr, assum'
ing from recent experience that the Levee
system is totally inadequate to protect the
country bordering on the Mississippi from
inunds,ion, recommends its abandonment aud
the substitution of the policy OF opening out
lcts and dividing out the water among mum
her nf channels.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

Favorable accounts of the Peach crop ore
received from all the adjacent States.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

4 CARD.-Dr. WM +. M.8SSIE most re.
n spectuily offers his professional services,
as Physician and Surgeon, 10 the citizens Of AL.
exandria and the vicinity. Office No. -, Wash.
Ington Street, east side, between King and Came.
ron streets ie Z2--tf .
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The late murder Of student at the Uni
versity of Alabama, originated in quarrel
about Mississippi Republication" This Gre
pudiation," then, continues its bad effects in
a way not contemplated even By those who
would defend what is altogether ndcfensible.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

Its said that Thackeray's last work, "Ihe
Virginians," is dull OF sale, and is not popu'
lar in England. Some very good critics,
however, affirm that it is one OF the beet OF
his misunderstanding an accurate picture
of life and manners in Eogland, at tho time
in which the characters are presumed to
have lived.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

Senator john BELL, OF Tennessee, IN let
ter addressed to bis friends IN New l9rk
city, who bad invited him to public dinner'
makes the following remarks
at is especially gratifying that, 10 the pa
triotc effort to bring back the government
to its ancient aud honorable pslncip!es-an
effort which now begins to dlHuse lie moral
Influence everywh ere--that ali merely sec
tional considerations should be 0iscafue''
and the movement should he lmp.iieu ny q
national impulse. shared alike b. NUlth ana
South. East and West. 1t rs only by such q
course, wisely and literally pursued, lguor'
ing all barrow prejudices and exclusive IDEAS
that this work of redemp tion can be consum'
mated. Every patriot must see, wherever he
NAV live under the broad shield OF this
Union. that the time has come for GREAT
moral reyolution in the administration CT the
on,er,mept All the national interests have
been slisnted and neglected, as If the pres,
verify Of thirty millions Of people claimed
no consideration. Improvement oi rivers
and barbors, upon which internal commerce
depends for its transit ard security, n"'o
been denied the government is oaFIi'u 0 ~
by the use or abuse OF pubic cfea''' az
practical legislation has been refused ana az
a time when every man asks bis ne'ghoor
why this universal rangement ana ssasna-
ton of trade has come to pass, neithef Inc
President nor his advisers have made re-
commentator or inquiry directed towards
relief. They have either stood still, or exert
ed their administrative faculties for the dcn'-
nation Of party or the distraction Of the nio''
No wonder, then, the cry OF change, has
gone forth, and that the people are rais ST.
nm in their own strength to demand 1t lhe
North and South have an equal stake 10 the
result, and whatever energies can oommah ~
shall be employed now, as heretofore IN re-
storing the government to its original le',ty'
in Strengthening the bonds of union ana III
promoting those moral and material inter,
ests by which alone, as nation, We eau oe
made prosperous aud happy"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

Visitors are arriving daily at most of the
Virginia Springs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24
Finances OF Freder,cksburR.

We challenge the State of Virginia, or tho
United States of America, to show any con.
munity of FIVE thousand Inhabitants whose
financial operations for the past FIVE years
will compare with those Of Fredericksburg
During that period she has always paid her
interest promptly, and about ninety thousand
dollars besides OF the principal of her debt.
Notwithstanding the late foancial pressure
she met her interest promptly last year, aud
reduced her debt about ten thousand dollars,
and will pay about twelve Thousand more this
year--6Ve per cent each year on the total
amount of Indebtedness Of the Corporation
($2IS, 400 on the lst March, 1851
On the 10Th June, this year, our citizens
bad voluntarily paid up taxes to an amount
more than sufficient to pay the interest GA our
debt, and the whole expenses OF the corpora
ton, as will appear from the following oficial
statement:
|; must be borne in mind that in cODsidera'
ton Of 5 per cent reduction, the taxes to date
have been paid six months sooner than they
could have been collected y law.
Gross amount oftax bill Of 1857, 81 400 81
1858, 1920 b.
Rec'don acct of Taxes, June 10,
1857, $2O,899 Is
Reed Oh acct of Taxes, jane lG,
1853, 81, go 2
Thus it will DO seen that our people have
already paid this year, Of unusual depression
in business and money matters, three bun
dred and sixty-one dollars more than they
paid up to this time last year. Add when
we remember that but four liquor licenses
have been taken out this year, against f!teea
or twenty last year, and the consequent Ioss
Of revenue from that source, as well as from
the prohibition 10 tax State Bonds, 1t Is az
parent that the collections this year are vastly
better than they we're 10 1857.
10 1860 We shall be able to reduce our cor
poratiOn taxes one third and then pay two
per cent on our debt annually, over and
above interest, expenses, &c.,-and 10 lsJL
we can reduce thom one-half FjCd. Acrs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

u ARE CHANCE FOR BOOK BUYERS
IL, CATALOGUES SENT FREE.-A com
pIete classified Catalogue OF Books, in every Dc
partment OF Literature, containing the gTea's'.
inducements TO purchasers, can be obtained, "
sending your address to g. 6. EVAN
Publisher, 439 Chestnut street, PhlFadePhi1'
Phiiadelnhi 10 24-w3m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

nRESS PRESERyERS, OIL SILK, Infant
~ Wrappers, Bu.ks, Long Combs, hiasuC
belts, Belt Clasps, Watch Ribbons, Reed, S'ee'
Brass, and WhaleOone Hoops, Steel Springs,
Palm Fans, and variety OF other goods, u.s.
received al tie "a RlLHAhDS'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24
A band Of French MINISTRIES FROM t

A band Of French Ministries FROM the
mountain regions Of Southern France, have
arrived in this country, and are giving con-
ccrts in tho Northern cities. The six lead
ipr singers are described as having fue vol
ces two tenor, two baritone, and two haas.--
Their pieces are all peculiar except tn" French
rational songs, all o! which are IN their
repertoire. If they do nothing more than
SIN. THESE and the mOuntain melodies OF
the Pyrenees, they will be well worth hear
ing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

CtELF SEALING JARS-NEW patent:
- The subscribers have received 1911 sup
ply of the above both OF glass and earaen"aie'
for puttingup fruit tomatoes, &c The Pncs
and sim Plcity Of the Jar, render II more Ge'''A
bic than any yet made. no
r H. MILLER, son & co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

At COST FOR CASH-GREAT BAN
n GAINS.-Fiom now until July S. We
will sell for cash or 10 the prompt trade aDl
portion OF our STOCK OF GOODS no" Ia
store-a call from purchasers IS solicited; 90
IL "a WINNERS 4 co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

In the course Of his speech delivered at
Cincinnati. at the recent welcome given to
him in that city, MIR. CRIrTENDEN said -
"There had been rumors of war, but there
remains no danger Of any with Great Britain.
We have only to cultivate peace, and ali those
disturbing aud perplexiug questions oftrcub-
bus porten, will vanish into nothinsDess.
lie congratulated the people that the fury of
partizao strife is subsiding.
He thought there could not be much Of a
contest which is preparing for the future,
when the people shall again choose Presi-
dent. mot much Of contest, | think, "
said he, with prodigi0us grin, which brought
down the house. "Ao administration that
begins by spending 100000 Of surplus,
spends 500, 600, 900 more OF treasury notes 10
addition at the start, borrows S2O,OOO,0OO
more during its first year, and foots up at
the expiration Of year an expenditure OF
$50, 600 900, with estimates of SlO0. 600 600
for the next year, can't stand long IN the ia
vor of the people," He would frankly ad-
NIT that Mr.. Buchanan came to the Prosl.
dsncy at an unlucky time, and be had had
an uulucky LiUo vi ~. L uo O'ops'y "oN
suffered great financial distress; commerce
was depressed; and it was somewhat owing
to these calamities that the deficiency IN the
national exchequer exists. But still the Ad-
ministration is chargeable with ex,raVsgance,
and the inevitable consequence is great na-
tional debt. When it is remembered that
the administration of the younger Adams
was denounced a. extravagant wheo the en-
tire expenditure for four years was only So4,'
600 900, and that Of Jackson, whose bill Of
costs for similar period was SlOU,OOO,0OO
what will be th- conclusion of the American
people when they consider 500, 100000 ex
pended by the Buchanan administration in
a single Year, II is enough to make the
people study seriously.
Mr.. Crittepden followed this train Of
thought in logical sequence, until be fell up
on the tariff question, and maintained the
necessity of returning to the American ssys
tenn, or submit 10 the evils Of direct taxation
which must follow the existing current Of
national politics. Daring his speech, be
made fine appeal in behalf OF the iahorips
classes, showing that the consequences OF
Democratic free trade principles tended di
recty to reduce them. and the foreign bort
citizens DO come here TO escape European
oppression, to the pauper condition OF th'
laboring classes OF Europe"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The New York Journal Of Commerce pos
itively asserts that Mr.. Buchanan will ad-
here to his original determination, and not
ways believed that Mr.. Buchanan would
maintain his position, with regard to the next
Presidentship. The Democratic party, will,
therefore, be soon in full debate as to the sue
cessor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The Richmond Examiner thinks there
is no truth in the report, that Gov. Wise, at
the expiration of his term Of Office. will be a
candidate for Congress from the Accomac
district Aud. the Fredericksburg Herald
thinks that there is no disposition to oppose
Gov. Smiths reelection to Congress from
this district and that, in all pro liability, he
vii! have no opposition. II also does DOT be-
lieve an ntimation that in the next apportou-
ment Fauquier is to be thrown into the
Loudoun district.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-06-24

The Richmond Examiner speaks highly Of
letter written to the Attorney General Of
the U. s., by James Lyons. ESQ.,, relative to
the Virginia Bounty Land Warrants Of 1880
Contributing to the settlement Of the mat
ter. The question is now fully decided in
favor OF the scrip-holder,, and in many iustan-
css it will result prcf,abiy to the heirs Ct
many a brave old veteran Of the Revelation
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1858-03-27

ken? You were fighting from October till
January, when you were beaten offand ex-
PEELED, and your ships ran away. 1t was
during this time"
1t was evidently not consistent with the
dignity of the Admirals and General to pro
long this conversation. After moments
consultation they directed Mr.. Parkes to
assure "his Excelloucy" that every care
would be taken for his personal safety and
convenience, but that he would be removed
forthe present on board ship "I don't.
see any necessity for going on board Ship"
replied ms bxceiiency, 81 can do every
thing that requires to be done just as well
here" But when Yeh observed that the
Admiras were grave and impossible, and
that they were about to retire, his eyes
rovcd round the room again in terror, and
he added, "Wcll, ] will accept your invita-
tion. In fact, / shall be very glad to have
anOpportunity of seeing one of your ships"
1t was more than an hour, however, and
after delays so frivolous that cannot des-
crbe them, that he was at last fairly seat
cd in his char. AS nc progressed, with
his escort of Marines, along the walls to
the landing place, he met gang of our
commisiarriat coolies. am told that these
fellows put down their loads and saluted him
with roar of laughter This was too
much, He gnashed his teeth with wage,
and made threatening gesture.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1858-03-27
Sci &c 1rgD POE TRY.
It Only Seems the Other Dav.

s~SNoAAo
Though swiftly Timo, andrapid wings,
Has borne us from old scenes We knew,
Yet memory of tho picture brings
In glowing colors back to view;
Ph1s early friends remember when
They first as school-boys met in play,
>Ahd yet though years have passed since then
u only seems ''the other day
The form other we loved of yor i'- 81
10 whom wespledged affections vow,
Will glide before our eyes once more,
Though but in memory living now
Ofthat dark hair one hcss alone
a treasured gifts spared decay, aa
St words in that familiar tone
Secm only breathed "the other day"
Ihose friends appear no moro the Same
That shared our mirth and dried our tears,
ortanght as childhood's favorite game !
Tie dear old friends of early years;
But when we ask if they forget
Those memories ofthe past, they say
&C ho' time las wrought some changes, yet
= only seems "thc other day"