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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The presence of Mr.. Banks, and other
prominent politicians in Richmond, the Paul
ding resolutions in the Legislature, and the
Walker meeting in Petersburg, give rise to
the rumors referred to in a letter from Rich
mond, published yesterday, that the ''excite'
ment" is political movement, connected IN
Washington. As far as Mr.. Banks, and Col
Kemper, who offered the resolution in the
Legislature, are concerned, We cannot be-
lieve that they have been engaged in any
political "wire pulling" They are both
doubtless, sincere in their convictons-and
the latter gentleman has proposed his resC
luton on his own responsibility.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

As au evidence of the immense trade OF
the Lakes, We notice that there are now fro
zen up in the harbor of Chicago no less than
OF vessels, viz: 50 steamers and propeilers,
q barques, SO brigS, and l23 schooners. A
proportionate number of vessels have gone
into winter quarters at other lake ports
The ice at Chicago on Friday, was only
about an inch in thickness, yet sufficient to
put stop to navigation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08
The Bonaparte. IN Ro'

The ordination # Pruc' N'.
has been for some time s.uIlN-
lege Of the Propaganis, wa
place on the l4rh Iu,t.ut, az % ..-
was to have been called 20 th' "
priesthood. The prince priest b
Rome. - Limerick ReP2r!sr
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

I. is stated that some gentlemen Of Phila'
delphia have sent out to the Great Eastern
Steamship Company of England, proposals
to contract for the launch Of the Leviathan.
The North American says that should the
company accept the terms of payment
which are made entirely contingent upon the
success of the undertakiug-the contracting
parties will proceed at once to render availa-
HE the mighty monster which at present bids
fair TO be useless without their aid.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The article in the South, Side Democrat,
deprecating the introduction of the Ncara-
guam resolutions in the Virginia Legislature,
was written in the absence Of Mr.. Banks
The obnoxious article is dsclaimed. Mr..
Banks cordially approves of the move con-
demning Paulding, and has been active in
stimulating it.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Iowa State Democrat says: Hon. Wm'
II. NJ. Pusey, State Senator elect from the
Council Bluffs district, will represent % or
ganized counties. The area of country COM
posing this district is much larger than either
of the States of New Hampshire, Vermont,
Massachusetts, or New Jersey-three times
as large as Connecticut nearly seven times
as large as the State Of Delaware-and larS,
or than Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and
Connecticut put together"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The January number of the Southern Lit
erary Messenger has been received. 1t has
a pleasing variety and some excellentpapers'
To sustain such literary work is the duty OF
yirginians. The editor performs his task
well and worthily.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Richmond South has an article COM
planning of the position to which the state
of Maine has been raised 10 the distribution
of federal Offices, and calling particular at
tention to the case of Mr.. Appleton, assistant
secretary Of state, "because his employing at
in the office which he holds, affects ipjuriously
Southern interests"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Hon. David Stewart, a prominent
member of the Baltimore bar, and formerly
for a brief period Senator in Congress from
MARYLAND, under Executive appointment,
died at bis residence in Baltimore on Tuesday
morpinc
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The debate on Com. Paulding's case, con-
tinued in the House of Representatives on
Wednesday, on the motion to refer the dit-
ferent parts of the Presidents Message to
the appropriate COMMITTEES, was agreeaO(y
(9) diversified by one speech from ono Ohio
member, con the bred Scott decision !"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Tue Norfolk Argus intimates that one
King, who made an aerial voyage from that
city, few days since, has taken bis everlast-
ing flight, leaving sundry bills, due to print
ers and others, unliquidated.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Under the foreign adyicos by the Atlantic,
from Liverpool the Goth ult, stocks were
we'll sustained in New York in the alter
noon, when prices were much better
Cotton is reported at an advance OF to J,
closing firm, with large speculative inquii-
~. This is quite in contrast with the uni
form decline for some time reported. Mo-
noy was easier in London, with negotiations
at 8 per cent but there had as yet been no
reduction in the bank rate, though an eI-
pectstion was INDUCED that there would BE-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

While the controversy is going on IN Wash
ington, as to whether Paulding did right or
wrong in Walkers arrest, active preparations
are being made in the South for the sending
out of fillibuster expedition under Gen. Hen
ningsen, from Galveston or New Orleans, for
the relief Of Col. Frank Anderson, who at
the latest dates occupied Castillo fort. In
structions of peremptory character have
been despatched South 70 Collectors, d strict
Attorneys, Marshols, &c, against the depar-
ture Of flhbustering expeditions, and to rigid
" enforce our neutrality laws.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The New Conservatory attached to the
Presidents Mansion is said to be the largest
in the United States, and will before long
most probably equal, if not exceed, any 9th
er in its variety of native and exotic SHRUBS
aud Towering plants.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

A leader in the Washington States argues
that bankrupt Mexico needs money to pre-
vent anarchy and disruption; that the golden
moment has arrived for the purchase OF So
nora which obstructs our best route to the
Pacific. 1t protests against long negotiations
about the matter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Kansas debate begins to pail upon the
public ear. There may be few good
speeches yet to come-but the pith and mar
row of the whole matter have already been
extracted. The evil in Congress is, that
subject is run to DEATH before it is dropped
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Mr.. Commodore Vincent, charged with
numbering negro man in GreenVille county,
Va, some twelve years ego, and which muir
der be is said to have confessed, was tried on
Monday. and acquitted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Legislature of Maryland failed to
organize on Wednesday. 1t was expected
however, that the House of Delegates would
elect Speaker yesterday, and the Governors
Message be sent in.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Democratic public sentiment is pointing
to Hon. John Letcher, as the next dcmocra-
tic candidate for Governor Of Virginia. lie
is strong party man, but honest and true,
and OF such abilities as would secure an able
administration of the executive department.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Mr.. Bernheisel, of Utah, has appeared De-
fore the Committee on Territories. Mr.. Ste
phens, the chairman, called on the President
to consult. The President said that Utah
was net yet in rebelion-only threatened.
The committee vii! probably report in favor
Of Mr.. Bernheisel
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Although there is something OF increased
activity in the money market OF New YORK.
yet it is evident that regular increase of ou-
siness need no, be expected during the VIII
ter months.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Mayor Tiemann, Of New York, sent III his
first annual message to the city councils, on
Tuesday. 1t is moro than twice the length of
the Governors annual message. The total
city debt is set down at 7Gl4, l9l, and the
value of the property owned by the city at
$44 100000. The real and personal proper
ty in the city subject to taxation is valued at
1921, IT,, 254, and since 1850 the taxes have
Increased S4,S257Sp.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

In Henrico country, where the ladies gre
50 lovely that a stranger rarely passes
through without losing his heart, the Clerk
of the Court has Used III marriage licenses,
for the year 1857. In the city of Richmond,
notwithssan ding the fact that the population
is four or FIVE times as great, the Clerk OF
the Hastings Court has issued but l67-ten
less than in HenricO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

This day is the anniversary of the battle
Of New Orleans, when the American troops,
under Gen. jackson, gained glorious vic
tory, which will always be remembered 10
nnr conntry
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The remittance to England by the Persia
is about million and half Of dollars,
and this is mostly for interest on bonds, &c.
Very little goes out on mercantile account.
Amidst the gloom which the disasters OF the
last three months have produced, ii is graft
fying to notice the promptness with which
States and Corporations have provided means
for paying their interest and dividends.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Gov. POWELL, (den.,l has been elected u
S. Senator from KENTUCKY, receiving SO
votes. He succeeds Mr.. Thompson. Garret
Davis received 81 votes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The plans of the Secretary of War, for
the reinforcement of the Army il Utah, at
the earliest moment, after the opening Of
Spring, have been consummated.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Amongst other casualties of the last year,
Mr.. Merriam, names eighty-six deaths Of
person produced by the use Of their own
guns or the guns of sportsmen; and thirty
persons injured, five of whom were not ez-
pected to recover, while engaged in hunting
to wound and kill little birds during the
year; and he mentions the fact that W hen our
fleet visited Japan the Pagans rebukcd the
Christians of the American expedition fer
destroying little birds, and the Japanese
authorities made formal complaint to the
American officers against THE barbarous and
inhuman practice.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Kansas Nebraska act does not require
the signatures of the presiding officers of the
Legislature to acts passed over the Cover
nor's veto. The Kansas Militia act, the re-
peal of the rebellion act, &c, are, therefore,
it is commended, fully valid.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Hon. W. W. Boyce, who represents
the Richland District, S. c., is about 70 make
movement in Congress of rather stupen-
dous character. 1t is his intention, says the
Richmond South, to introduce resolutions,
having for their object the appointment of q
special committee to enquire into the expedl-
ency of changing-i. e. abolishing--the pre-
sent Revenue System and organizing IN its
place another that will be more in contorml-
ty With the maxims aud principles OF Free
Trade"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

A singular piece of information comes to
US from France, to the effect that the Gov
eminent of Napoleon is about concluding a
treaty with the Sandwich Islands, which
will virtually place them under French
protectorate. The subject is one of especial
interest to the people of this country, and
will doubtless receive from our Government
al the attention it deserves
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08
The Fredericksburg Recorder has well

The Fredericksburg Recorder has q we'll
considered article on the subject of the az
pointment of Bank Directors by the Execu-
tive, on the part Of the State, in which 1t
bopcs that Governor Wise will "in the ap-
pointment of the Bank Directors, look not so
much to their political prominence and pre-
objections, as to their financial acumen and
business capacity. Nor is the latter the on
ly requisite. There are many men OF noted
experiences, vigilance, and nicely IN pecunla'
~ trans actions, who nevertheless are totally
unfit to set in the Directory of any Bank or
have any control over its operations" The
Recorder adds 1.-The most important char
acteristic of Bank Director is found IN him,
who eutertains true and unprecedented estl-
mate Of the pecuniary necessities OF the
community, and renders to them such judi
cious relief as the condition Of the Bank Will
| allow. lie who advocates the relief OF the
community at the cost Of ruin to the Bank, IS
as untitled for the position of Director as one
who would impoverish the people TO guard
| the securities" Of the Bank, A happy me-
dunn between these two unsuitable charac'
ter, can be found wherever banks exist and
to such should the Governor contide the rep
resentation of the States interest, thereby
securing reliable protection to those interests,
and at the same time guaranteeing to the pee
pie Just regard for their wants and neces'
! stiles"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Montreal Pilot of the 3Oth uIumo,
says I'VE are DOW having regular old
fashioned snow storm. 1t began showing
yesterday at noon, has continued ever since,
and still continues as we 90 to press. About
two feet have fallen. Thermometer at three
O'Clock this afternoon p degrees above zero.
All the trains coming into the city were de-
layed by the storm"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Merchants and Manufacturers Bank
at Pittsburg formally resumed the payment
of specie on all its liabilities, On Tuesday,
thus taking the lead of all the banks Of
Pennsylvania. Others will probably follow
anti in a few DAYS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Washington Star understands that &C
tive preparations are in progress at the Navy
Department for Court,nartislins Commander
Chatard.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Religious Herald Of Thursday pub
fishes 25 marriage notices--all of recent Vc-
currence. HurFa for Cupid
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The Sons of Malta, in Boston, have formed
a Grand Lodge for Massachusetts, to have
jurisdiction over the New Epgland States IN
til such time as grand lodges shall be es-
tablished in those States severaIly. They
have also donated $500 for charitable pur-
poses, leaving reserve fund on hand OF
naarlY 81 600
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

II is said that the Administration await
with great interest the arrival of the ratified
Yrrisarri treaty, expected from Nicaragua
This treaty, if ratified by the United States
Senate, will put an end to fllibusterism on
private account, but will make it matter OF
public concern. 1t gives US the command
of the Isthmus region. 1t protects Ameri-
can citizens and property in the lsthmus
ports, and gives US the right to protect tne
transit By military force. This government
it is believed, will not be slow to employ the
privileges of the treaty, but will eagerly
avail themselves Of the same, well knowing
that it must speedily lead to the Americana
cation of the lsthmus.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

A vessel has arrived at New York with
cargo of guano from the Island Of Eide, in
the Pacific, which is situated-so say the
owners of the cargo-whcre so little rain
falls that the crust of the deposit is not penc-
trated, and consequently the ammonia is not
washed out, as it is, more or less, in all To-
calities where rain falls in any considerable
quantity.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The newly elected Senators from Mlnnesc-
ia (Messrs. Rice and Shields) have reached
Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

The St. Louis Republican of the Sd instant
,,ntains the following despatch from Boone
Vile, received the day previous: "All is quiet
in Kansas Territory" This was forwarded
by Caetain E. n. Tracy, of the steamer
Isabella, who left LeavenwOrth on the 3lst
ultmo, six days later than the assumed date
Of the false despatch received on Monday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

= There will be q morning reception at the
Executive Mansion, in Washington, on Sat
urday, Tomorrow commencing at one O.
clock, and on every succeeding Saturday
during the season. The evening receptions
will commence on Tuesday next, at eight o.
clock, aud will take place on each alternate
Tuesday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Old King Lear, in the play, when he was
out in the storm, said in apostr0phe to the
rain, wind, thunder, and lightning:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08
"You owe me no subscription"

Prentice, of the Louisville Journal, says
he wishes be could say Us much to all his
readers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-01-08

Ladies' Association has been estaohsaeo
in England to promote care in the physical
training Of young girls. aud "for the anu,
sion Of sanitary knowledge and promotion OIL
physicaI education" One lady has gwen d
house at Brighton to the institution and a
gentleman the exclusive use oil a room !"
Cavepdish Square, for the meetings OF q Lon
don association; and the Countess I,. ae f Mr
cowpe ms, with other ladies ard gentlemen S.hss
t nave oh;e O Of meeting the national want Of
s san training institutions for adult ie 5
Tao A benevolent physician has offered
his assistance in nstructing classes OF school
n m;st~ssses in different places, and also he
gratnitous advice at the institutions.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

REs1.--Oue Of the paposted up
guests At the Girard, the other day, hav-
ing taken possession Of his room, locked
It up 10 go out into the city, aal leaving
the key at the bar, told Chadwick with
great simplicity, not TO wait dinner Tor
him." And we believe that Chad"
diln't-lcastwise MS so repor,ed."-a
That same character once stopped at the
Astor 'Iouse. where they pul him rp IN
der the roof, and two in room. During
the night his room mate fel cold, and
proposed routing out a servant for blank
cts. Hush, quoth Green, husll Im
afraid you'll wake poor old Mr. Astur, ei
7 Won 90 10 hollrrin' souni this time o
night In the morning, being highly
I pleased with his breakfast, he informed
I the waiter in a tone meant TO be very
gratifying to the latter, thar he thought
Old Mrs. Asior a very good cook" she
I fried them buckwheat cakes first rate
and concluded by asking if they bought
their own miIk-bul sposcI as they used
such lot oa't they mebbe kept a COW :"
And when we lived at la Pierre, there
was one customer who always called Mr..
Sykes 4" Mr. Lapper-ee. - Grabam's
Naga-iRc.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

EXECUTION or DoNNELLY.-Tren-
ton, \. j.. Jan. s. James p. Donneny
was hung TO day at two O'Clock, at Free
hold, for the murder Of Albert ). Moses.
he made a speech Of two hours and ten
minutes in length, in which he reviewed
The testimony in his case. lie repeated
ly declared his innocence. His speech
was able and eloquent Ills body was
taken to New York.
DIR. Cummings Of New York attend
ed him and administered religious rites.
\ large number Of persons were pre-
sent at the execution, aud very affecting
scenes occurred. Everything passed off
quietly.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

WAsmzoroN NEws.-W Washington
Jan. s. (Ecening Post eorresPondence.)
The Senate Committee on Commerce
have agreed to bring IN a bill repeating
the fishing bounties.
New England Is ignored on the Com
miltee Of Ways and Means and Crawford
Of Georgia j. appointed IA place OF BanSs,
having bat one Republican on il. Great
iadi disnation is expressed.
The Committee on Invalid Pensions
have agreed 10 report bill granting pen
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

NATIONAL TELEGRArH LINE.-New
York, Jams The wires of the Nation
al Line running from this city to New
Orleans, distance Of about 1000 miles
were connected through last night, and a
large number Of messages were trans
miitei to and from each city direct, and
without the aid Of Reporters.
No similar feat, it Is believed, was ever
performed in the country Of Europe, and
the resultw0nld seem 10 demonstrate be-
yond all doubt the entire practicability
of transmitting dispatches across the At
lautic.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

I. s. SUrREME Washing
ton, Jan. g. Case No. l4l, the United
States 9. joachim E-tudillio, motion TO
dismiss was argued on both sides.
Case No. p, Frank Dynes e. Jones
d. Hoover, argument continued for do
fendant and concluded for plaintiff.
The Court then adjourned till Mon
day.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

e. While you are il a passion with
your cook, because she has spoiled you
one dish among six, many an honest man
is at a loss for bis daily bread.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

GovEaNNESr EMPLoYEEs SUFFER-
INa.-New-Y York, Jan. q. The Govern
menl again failed TO day toIay 'is men
at the Navy Yard who have no. Lal any
pay since Dec. g. There is said to be
much distress among them.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

e. A truly great mind, from mere
reverence for itself, viii not descend 10
think base thought.
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

THE Merchants BRASCH BANK oF
CLFvFLAND.-Clevcland, Jan. 3. The
reports published in the Cincinnati pa
pers ofthis morning. 10 the effect that the
Merchants Branch Bauk Of this city bad
failed, i asccrtaiugd 10 hase been erro-
uloiIs
Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1858-01-15

eY The New York Ledger is a great
story paper