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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

cn PER CENT SANlNG 10 FahMEhS.
~ HIRES PATENT CONCENTR.A-
TED BLOOD MANURE is beyond all doubt
the most powerful and valuable Fertilizer ever
offered to the public How long will Agricul-
turists submit to the Guano Monopoly. whilst
they have the above more potent and more
Valuable Fertilizer at thirty per cent less cost!
Read the annexed Certificates and then try 1t
along side of the best Peruvian Guano, and let
the result speak for itself.
Cahfcate Of Dr.. Hayes.
The specifications OF DR.. Hare and J. Odam,
having been submitted to me- have found the
composition of matter on which they are founded
TO be highly heterogeneous and ternIentable com
pound containing the essentials OF fertilizer OF
the highest character, and also the food for sus-
tanning crops TO the time OF their maturing.
! regard this enterprise OF manufacturing a
guano instead OF importing 1t, practical and
important undertaking, tavorably affecting the
interests of our common country.
Respectfully, A. A. HAYES, NJ. ID.
Assayer 10 State OF Massachusetts,.
Certificate Of Professor Booth
Upon examining the composition OF the best
Peruvian Guanos, can perceive no ground Tor
assuming it TO be the best that can be made
On the contrary, there is always present more
or less of superfluous matter, sometimes IN
large quantity. The composition proposed by
Odam " Hare's Patent is in my estimation, su-
perior to that of the best Guanos, or TO any 9TH
er artificial manure OF which have heard, and
| think myself the more entitled TO give this
positive opinion, from the unlocked for results
OF the action OF sulphuric acid on animal matter,
which obtained IN experiment, but which were
antc pated by the Patent in question.
Respectfully Yours, JAMES c. BOOTH.
Certificate Of Professor Frazer.
At the request OF parties interested, have no
hesitation in stating my opinion, that the mode
of preparing an artificial manure, by acting
upon animal matters by sulphuric acid, as de-
tailed in Dr. Hare's Patent, and mixing the re-
sullinA substance with animal, charcoal and
phosphate of Lime, is correct in theory and al.
though have had no opportunity OF testing the
manure thus formed practically, | have no
doubt that manure formed by the mixture OF
these ingredients in proper proportions would
be found al least 10 equal in It's effects the best
Guano. JOHN r. FRAZER.
November %, 1856.
it's put up in bags OF one hundred and fifty
pounds each, and sold at S45 per nett ton.
JOHN L. MlFFLlN, Sole Agent,
139 South Wharves, above Walnut ST., Phil'a.
mh 22-wim
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

NEW SPRING GOODS.--W & a. MUIR.
\ ray, Merchant Tailors, No. l0S King ST.,
have received their SPRING AND SUMNER
STOCK, TO which they would call the attention
of their customers, and the public generally.
NH %
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29
TINE SUBSCRIBER wishing to return South

TINE SUBSCRIBER wishing TO return South
offers for sale the place upon which he
resides, consisting OF TWENTY AND A HALF
ACRES, situated in Fairfax County, upon the
old Leesburg Road, whcn separates it from the
grounds of the Theological Seminary.
M The DWELLING is two story frame
Ea building, completed in the Fall OF 1860
containing five good sized rooms exclusive OF
Kitchen storeroom, and pantry. well Of ex,
cellent water al the door,
lis proximity to Alexandria, and the neighbor-
hood afording the best society, makes 1t deslra.
bic, if only for Summer residence.
Possession given Immediately. For terms,
&c, apply either through the Seminary Post
Office, or upon the premises, to
Fairfax Co, iy 27-eotf A. c. n. SMETS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

" HOWARD is still connected with the
above house, and will continue TO give
his strict personal attention TO the sales of CoUs-
TRY PRoprcE, and TO the filling OF country or
ders. He earnestly solicits the patronage OF his
old friends and the public generally, to the
above firm, which ne can recommend with con-
6denca NH Sim
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

CtOPARTNERSHIP.-We, the undersigned,
I have this day formed cOPartnership, for
the purpose of conducting GENERAL GRO,
Gerry, LIQUOR, AND PRODUCE COMMITS.
SION BUSINESS, under the name and style of
Blackjack, MAkSH.ALL & CO., at the
old stand of D. & S. Blackjack.
d. r blackjack.
THOS. MARSHALL.
March . 1858 +. S. Blackjack.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

COMMISSIONERS SALE.-By virtue OF a
" decree of the County Court of Alexandria
County, rendered OIL the I'd of March, 1857, in
the suit of R. S. Douglass and Brother, VS.. Wal
ter Gahan and others, will, on Wednesday, the
2Stk day Of 6priL 1858, at II O'Clock, ~, in front
Of the Mayors Office, sell at public auction,
I'll certain LOT OF GROUND with the IN
is! PROVEMENTS thereon, at the southeast
corner of Alfred and Gibbon streets, fronting
on Alfred street 70 feet inches, more or less,
and extending back east feet 10 20 feet alley.
TERgs OF SALE:-S267,52, and the costs and
expenses OF the sale, in cash. the residue in three
equal payments at 8, ~, and Is months with
interest-the deferred payments to be secured by
the bonds Of the purchaser, with approved secur-
ity-and retention of the title until the pay
ments are made The land to be subjec to a
resale for the default in any payment.
| LOUIS KINZER,
NH 24.-2awts COMMISSIONS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29
NH ll-eots
BY S. J. Observation-Disclosures

BY S. J. CORMICK-AUCTIoyEER
DEAL ESTATE AT AUCTlON-By vir.
IL tue of deed of trust, duly OF record in
this county, the undersigned will offer for sale,
on Saturday, the Sd day Of .9prii at ~ O'Clock, H.,
on the premises, the extensive establishment on
the corner OF Queen and st. Asaph streets, in
I'll this city, known as the "ALEXANDRlA
u ACADEMY" The buildings are all of
brick, three stories in height, with easements
OF best material and workmanship; are fully
supplied with gas and water, and thoroughly
heated by hues. They We're built expressly Tor
an extensive Boarding School, and are admlra.
bly, adapted for that purpose; but admit, with 4
moderate outlay, OF change into three commo-
dious Dwellings. Terms al sale.
NH 4-2awts WIN. h FOWLE. Trustee
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

NOTICE.-Tbe co.partnership OF ID. i 5.
" BLACKLOCK, is this day dissolved by
mutual consent Either party Is authorized to
use the name of the firm in settlement CT It's old
business. u. h. bLAChLOCh
March 2, 1858. 5. BLAChLOCk.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

DERKLEY & SHACKLETT are now re.
ID ceiving their Spring and summer supply
OF Staple and Fancy DRY GOODS, to which
they invite the attention ofpurehaser generally,
NH 40
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29
Prince William County, je 25-eo,

VALUABLE LAND IN ALEXANDRIA
Y COUNTY, FOR SALE.-The undersign.
ed having 300 acres of Land in MS farm, Will
dispose OF from 100 10 200 acres, IL lots 10 suit
purchasers Said Land is situated miles from
the Long Bridge, on the Columbia Turnpike
and about the same distance from Alexandra
aud Georgetown: Those wishing 10 purchase
Land, near the three cities, will do we'll to call
on the subscriber, as deem it unnecessary to
describe the Land or neighborhood, as it is pre-
sumed that those wishing TO purchase will ex.
anime the property before purchasing.
S. B. CORBETT.
Washington, sep 17-2awtf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

r w. STRANGE & cos. PATENT DOUBLE.
% Cone PENCIL SHARPENER This Sharpener
cuts the wood, and points the lead separately,
which makes it more durable, and less liable TO
break the lead than common sharpeners. Price
10 cents each For sale by
JAMES ENTWISLE & son,
NH % No. 95, King.street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

A DESIRABLE FARM FOR SALE, ad-
N joining Brentsville, the county seat Of
Prince William, containing TWO HUNDRED
AND SIXTY ACRES of excellent farm or
grazing land some fifty or sixty acres being bot
tom land, the remainder rolling, with sufficient
fzsS timber for the use of the farm. The
,saIE, HOUSE is comfortable tw o.story brick,
with other utbuildings, and some three or four
excellent never failing springs of water. Also
fine quarry of free stone, that is unsurpassed,
and easy OF access and profitable. The FARM
was formerly owned by John Williams. Any
one desiring to view the property and know the
terms, can call on NJ NJ. Roseberry, near Brent'
vile, or j. NJ. Roseberry, No. 3l4, King street,
Alexandria. J. NJ. ROSEBERRY,
NJ. NJ. ROSEBERRY,
Prince William County. lie 25-eotf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

TOPARTNERSHIP NOTICE.-Tbe under.
4 signed, have this day formed copartner-
ship, under the firm of SMOOT, UHLER x
CO., for the purpose of continuing the LUM:
Der BUSINESS, on Union, between King and
Cameron streets, where they have on hand a
general assortment of well seasoned LUMBER
also, LIME, CEMENT, NAILS, &c, which, as
heretofore, will be sold low for cash, or to pune
tual customers GEORGE H. SMOOT.
p. G. UHLER
J. H. ID. SHOOT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

NOTICE--The copartnershiP heretofore
Y existing under the firm OF SMOOI Il
UHLER, is this day dissolved by mutual con-
sent Either partner is authorized to use the
signature OF the firm, in settling the business
thereof All persons indebted are called upon
to make early payment, and those having claims
to present them for settlement.
GEO. II. SHOOT
p. G.. UHLER.
J. H. ID. SMO0T.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

A NY ONE wishing TO purchase one OF tn'
n most beautiful and desirable FARMS on
the Orange and Alexandria Railroad, about SO
miles from Alexandria, will do well make to
immediate application to -
r. B. WILLIAMSON.
Warrenton, sep lo--eot
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

H'iN'~' f''N' = 4
CtHEAP BOOKS.-Companon to the Bible
I containing complete concordance, &c, $
vo. sheep $3.50.
Stebbings History of The Church of Christ,
from the Diet of Augsburg, 1880, to the 18th
Century vols s vo., $3.50.
Harris Ecclesiastical Records of England, Ire
land, ard Scotland, from the 9Th Century TO the
Reformation, S vo., SlOO.
Ecclesiastical "reminiscences OF the United
States, by Rev Edward Waylen, Sl.OO
Religion in America, by Rev. Robert Baird, s
vo cloth, SOC.
The PARALLELS of Frederick Adolphus Kruma-
cher with 26 illustrations, 1925.
Diatessaron, or the History OF Our Lord Jesus
Christ, compiled from the four Gospels, vo.
cloth, SOC.
Sir F. B. Heads Narrative, S vo., soc.
Roland Cashel BY Charles Lever, vo., 70
cents.
Oliver Cromwels Letters and Speeches, with
fluctuations by Thos. Carlyle, SOC.
y The American in Paris, by Jules Janin, Illus
trated by is steel engravings, $l.OO.
The Home Book of Health and Medicine, )
vo. sheep, 75c. -,
Aristotles Treatise OIL Poetry, translated with
notes, and two dissertations on Poetlca and
Musical Imitation, by Thomas TwlnIng, NJ. A,
, vols, vo cloth, 81 so.
For sale by JAS. ENTWlSLE K SON,
NH "a No. 95, King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

NEW SPRING GOODS.-We are now re-
y ceiving On unusually large and well select
ed stock OF seasonable Goods. Having been
bought on the most favorable terms, we are
enabled to offer great inducements TO our Town
and Country friends, and invite their early al.
tention TO our assortment.
NH 81 BERKELEY & SHACKLETT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

There was riot at the fire in Washing
ton, on Friday night, in which guns and pis-
tolls were freely used, aud several persons
were badly woanded. The Washington
Star mcutions more cases of rowdyism, and
incendiary attempts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1858-03-29

I OWAkD hSooCiAilo-'
II PHIA-A benevolent institution estao
lished by special endowment for the reiiet OF the
sick and distressed. afflicted with 'lruIent ana
Epidemic diseases-To all persons afflicted WIN
Sexual Diseases, such as SPERMAIORRH.LA
SEMINAL WEAKNESS, IMPOTENCE, &c
The Howard Association in view OF the a"-
full destruction OF human life, caused by Sexual
diseases and the receptions practised upon the
unfortunate victims OF such diseases by quacKs,
several years ago directed their Consulting Sur
geon as charitable act, worthy OF their name, 20
open a Dispensary for the treatment OF thus
class OF Diseases in all their forms, and to give
Medical advice gratis, to all VINO apply by let.
ter with description Of their condition, Gage
occupation. habits of life, &C., and in cases OF
extreme poverty, to furnish Medicines tree OF
charge. 1t is needless TO add that the Assocla-
ton commands the highest Medical skill OF the
age, and will furnish the most approved mod
Elm treatment
The Directors, on review OF the past, feel
assured that their laborsi in this sphere OF benev-
olent effort, have been of great benefit TO the al
hicted. especially to the young and they have re-
solved TO devote themselves, with renewed zeal,
TO this very important but much desplsed cause
Just published by the Association, Report
on Spermatorrhpa, or Seminal Weakness, by
the Consulting Surgeon, which will be sent BY
mail. lin sealed letter envelope) free OF charge
on receipt of two stamps for postage
Address, for Report or treatment, DIR: GEo;
R. CALHOUN, Consulting Surgeon, Howard
Association No . south Ninth street, Phiadel-
pnia, Pa BY order Of the Directors.
EZRA u. HEARTWELL, President
GEORGE FAIRCHLD, Secretary.
Philadelphia. sep 4--d lteo3m&wly
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-01-06
BIT u A RY.


DIED Mt his brothers residence, near Syerton' on
the l. .th December, Mr.. J. ELDRED SIMk1NS, in the
seth year Of his nge.
Mr.. SIuKIss was one of thnt fa,ny of Old Edge
field, which have long been noted for high tone rs
gentlemen for social virtues, and for intellectual gs
His own character and performances have added ius
trc to his distinguished namc and reputation to his
Stnte. Mr.. SMxlSs among the earliest to tender
his services in the Mexican War; and was enrolled III
Company 3D." Brooks Company of tho Palmetto
Regiment. Vigorous and hardy, he marched ana
fought throughout the campaign, minging IN all the
scenes of hardship and suffering, and participating IN
tho heroic combats and splendid victories in which his
gallant Regiment was engaged. The march hence to
Mobe-thr concentration Mt Lobos lslnnd-the de-
burkaton and capture of Vera Cruz-the dreadful
tramp over burning sands to Alrnrado anu pacR,
which destroyed Of the Pamettoes than tho enc
mv's balls did-the struggle Mt Contreras-the une-
aual and bloody. but glorious battle of Chlrubusco
iPortalis)-in all these SMKISs bore an unshrinkng
and uncomplanng part. Cheerful Ell route-joyial
an,l eeninl in bivUuac-intrepd amid the blaze OF
muskctry-and withal, most unnssumins and modest
he excrted the hest influence on the dropping spirits
of the weary and aided to stimulate III hs comrades
hnt display Of lofty courage and ndomtable tenaci
ty which won the admiration of the Army, and is now
inscribed imperishably on the page OF history.
When General Quitman called on tho Palmettoes
for volunteers to join the forlorn hope in his attack
on Chapulepec SIMKINs was tho frat ono 10 step OUT
of ranks md called to his friends to "eome on who
promptly followed tho example. Among the Soven
Palmettoes who united in that desperate cnarge,
through showers of bulls and to tho cannon's mouth,
S1MKISs alone escaped unhurt. Walking about while
the euomy were still firing, he was asked what he WINS
aftcr, and to seek cover. "No," said be- IL am
looking for my friend Watson, who is wounded, to
give him drink, and I'll find him if am killed for
it." lie was ut the causcway, ut the Garita, and
through tho concluding drama. His Commanding
~. f,o host aolI q
seen, Such commcudation from Con- Quitman, speaks
the discerning officer, and the mcriorous subordinate
and speaks too, an culogium of which any soldier
should be proud.
To the bravery of the soldier-and no one was ever
more fearless Mr. SIMKIys united those NOBLE social
traits which touch the sympathetic chord of his kind
and command IN unfaltering attachment He was
amiable generous to fault true in his friendships
playful and entertaining in his intercourse ana ster
disaru,ed hostility while tho qualities of bis heart
endeared him to circle of ardent friends. II.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-01-06
DEATH OF A PALMETTO.

It's with pain that We record the death of another
member Of that gallant Palmetto band whose herolsm
has added so much lustre and reRownto the name OF
South Carolina. present SUBJECTS and
friend JOHN ELpRED SINKINs. The subjoined note,
announcing to US his death, is handsome, truthful
and feeling tribute to his memory by enc who knew
him we'll in all his relations in life. On another col
umn may be found obituary notice from the pen Of
gentleman of distinction TO which wefrespectfully
direct tho readers attention.
"DEAR COL: 1t is with profound sorrow that l in
form you of the sudden death of a brave Palmetto
your noble and gallant relative, JeHS ELDRED sINKss.
lie died ut the residence Of his brother A. A. Simkins,
ESD, on Thursday evening last, in the thirty-ninth
yesr of his age He bravcy did his duty while in the
service of his country in Mexico remaining there du-
ring tho war; and was Of tho gallant few of the
fororn hope in tho stormiug of Chepultepec who os
capod unhurt. He was chivalric and high toned
gentleman, and his best eulogy may bo drawn from
the fact that he was respected by al who
knew him, either as soldier or private citizcn. An
immense concourse marked their esteem for him by
attending his remains their last resting place by
the side Of his equally gallant father, Col. Arthur
Simkins. Yours truly, w. H. Il.
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asN. Wm. WAX z RETURNED.

sNEw YoRK, Dec. 27.-T;,c steamship North
ern Light, from Aspinwall, With late and inter-
esting news from California an,; tentra! America,
has arrived.
Sic brings 100000 in treasas>.
Gen. VIM. Walker is one of the passengers
in the Northern Light
Fort Castillo and four steamers were captured
by Gen. Walker and his forces. S.
Walker and one hundred and fifty OF his men
were captured by Commodore Hiram PauldIng.
: The men have all been sent to Norfolk, but
Gen. Walker is here on his parole of honor.
The lake and river steamers have been turned
over to Garrison and Morgan.
COL Anderson and fifty Americans still hold
Fort Castillo, and river San Juan. They have
three months provisions, six pieces of artillery,
and an abundance Of ammunition.
+. The river steamer C. Morgan, has been put in
charge of the American Consul at Greytown
The California trade is revTing and impartlng
new vigor to mining operations.
Ia force of only fifty men captured Walker
and his army
Martinez has been elected President OF Mica
ragua, and was making active preparations for
an energetic war on Costa Rica. The latter
had sent .four'shundred men against Col. An
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-01-06
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.

Mr We learn from the Carolina Times, that the
Exchange Bank of Columbia, has declared dividend
Of ono dollar per share.
Nsy- A Now York merchant informs tho Herald
that he set dozen Of the clamorous unemployed at
work. eight hours per day for $l25 and after he had
paid them their first days wages they told him they
would see him Id before they would work for such
wages"
ND- the steam frigratc Niagara has been detailed
to assist in laying the tccgrahic cable The President
and Mr.. Secretary Touccy understood to bo very
favorable to tho enterprise.
EB- We have few particulars of the election in
Kansas. The vote at Lecompton stood 23S for tho
Constitution with slavery to against it. Many Mis-
sourans, it is said were present and voted. RumOrs
wore current in tho Territory that Gov Denver had
ordered the arrest of Gen. Jim Lano.
asS- Meetings Of the citizens Of New Orleans and
Mobile have been held and resolutions passed ccnsu-
ring the administration for the arrest of Gen. Walker
ing tho repeal Of the neutrality laws. Prominent
democrats drnounce the Intervention Of our govern
ment in invading Nicaragua rs outrageous
Ms> Tho Democratic representatives in Congress
from the State of New York unanimously in favor
of Mr.. Buchanan's Kansas policy.
MD- recent act Of tho legislature of Georgia, in
creasos the sares of the Governor, and tho Judges
of the Supreme and Superior Courts 1t raises the
salary of the Governor to four thousand dollars;
Judges of tho Supreme Court three thousand FIVE
hundred dollars each Judges of the Superior Court
tWo thousand five hundred dollars.