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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

juvenile RonngR's CAvE.-A party d
Juvenile Migrants. some twelve III nnniteh
recently organized themselves into a .orle''
for the purpose Of robbery, dock thIrylns
Sc. They took possession of large cave J"
the sidehill, on the west side of the river
They chose their captain, and were pr
crossing very smoothly, when Marshal Ora"
bounced in upon them one night recently =
They were oil sleeping on hunks with tn" -
ception Of the guard, who took to his heel
on the approach Of the officer. Two or three
others made their escape. One Of these boy
is only six years old. He said hi pare"'',
in fit of drunkenness, kicked him out o.
doors. The ether boys said they hal
home or friends. They could only ~" =!
stealing. and on advice Of one of their nun.
Der. who had read Nike Martin and "tnst
yellow covered books Of that sort, band y
robbers was formed and a cave taken po'sy'
sion Of. The boys were examined 10 y,
Police Court and sent 70 the State kei0Im
Farm, there to remain until discharged y
sw.-Clereland Waimisaier.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The delegation from the Irish Prosbyte-
rian Church have been received with great
cordiality and respect by their brethren Of
New York A pamphlet has recently been
published descriptive of the revival in the
north of Ireland. 1t is described as great
movement, operating benefcially upon large
masses of the people.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The opening of the Fall Fashions, in the
way Of bonnets, dresses. &C., in New York,
makes, this season. more than the usual
sensation" and long and minute descrip-
tions are given Of shapes. ribbons, laces,
silks, flounces, &C., &c. There seems to be
now, "plenty to wear"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

An account is given in the Kansas E1-
press Of the terrible suffering Of two men, on
their way to Pixies Peak, who had subsisted
for days on grasshoppers and grains Of corn
picked up along the road. They were fal-
len in with BY another party of emisrants,
and saved
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

A shocking accident occurred at Sharp's
Rifle Factory on Thursday afternoon, when,
by the premature discharge of dozen rifles,
Warren w. Shepard, an honest and faithful
lad, sixteen years of age was instantly kill
ed, his head being literally blown to pieces.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27
Down with the Statue.

The Abolitionists have adopted new rul
living crv. down with the Union" has given
place To Down with Webster's statue. =
The Dsunionists Of Massachusetts are con-
yulsed with Indignation that the bronze i'm
age of the great Expounder should remain
in front of the State House. and Governor
Banks is roundly denounced for recommend
ing the State Ia accept the statue rs a gift
We quote the following words from Garrison 9
manifesto on the subject published i'll the
Libcrutor.
"7he .Nat", N,xibc R.m"rc,i-Le this be
the popular decree to-murrow- let the drclar-
ailoI, 80 forth from the lips Of every upright
mar, let it be the voice Of Massachusetts,
A vote OF the Legislature can undo what II
vote has done That vote can be secured by
a prompt circulation of respectful petition,
to le signed by all who in their hearts re-
spcnd to the cry-rHg STATUE MUST BE RE-
MOVED"
"The statue must be remored AND LET ALL
THE PEOPLE SAY, AMEN.
Here is the petition which receives sigma
lures in the towns of Massachusetts.
TO the Senate and House OF Representa-
tiycs Of the Commonwealth Of Massachu-
sets:
We the undersigned citizens of the Com
monweath If Massachusetts,, respectfully ask
YOU 70 remove from the State House grounds
as no honor TO the state and repugnant TO the
moral sense Of the peoplc-,hc statue Of
Daniel Webster, whose last years were spent
in defending the Fugitive Slave bill, and
whose last counsel 10 the commonwealth
was to conquer her prejudices' against slave.
hunting. and to return men to bondage with
aacrity.'"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The Columbia, S. c., Carolinian says: The
numerous friends of the Hon. w. Z. Pres
on will be highly gratifed to learn that his
health within these few months has been
better than for some years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

On Thursday evening last. young Bran
ham, the son Of Mr.. w. P. Farish's miller,
Giving at the grist mill near Charlottesville,)
was cutting down tree. which falling
struck another and one of its limbs broke of
and falling, struck young Mr.; Bramham on
the head, badly fracturing his skull, from
the effects Of which he died in very short
time
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27
The MIcRoscorE AND ruE TELESCOPE Gov.

The MICROSCOPE AND rHE TELESCOPE Cav.
PAREp.-Dr. Chalmers thus contrast, ,bv
relative powers Of these two instruments.
The one reveals to me system in every
star; the other, world in every atom. By
the one am led to believe that this rr.,,
globe itself, with all the mighty burIcn, !,
its oceans and continents. is but a Grain Il
sand on the high field of University; theolhrr
teaches me that every grain a sand may
harhor the tribes and families Of a busy ~.
ulation The one tells me the insignificant
Of the world | tread upon, the other redeem,
it from all lnsignifcance, for it tel- me thai
Oh the leaves of every forest, in the flower,
Of every garden. in the waters ofevery riyule,,
there are worlds teeming with life. The
one suggests that far beyond all that the
telescope has yet revealed, there NAV he
fields Of creation which sweep immcl,,lraby
along, and carry the imI ress of the Almigh.
tvs hand 10 the rcmOtest shores of thcun,crsc.
The other intimatcs that within and beneath
ill that minuteness disclosed by the M.
croscope there may be a region Of lnyl>Ilr',
that could We draw aside the mystercu,
curtain that shrouds il from our senses, We
should see i theatre ot - many wonders 4,
astronomy has untolded; a universe within
the compass of II point, where the wonder,
working God could rnse another mcchau.
ism Of worlds, and animate them with all the
evidences Of his glory"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

Many Of the straight Americans" Of
New York, are dissatisfied with the eclectic"
policy pursued by the recent American"
State Convention, and announce their deter
mination to act without reference to its
action.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

We have received the September number
Of Blackwood's Magazine, reprinted by Leon
ard Scott & Co., New York. 1t contains ar
ticles on Horse Dealing in Syria, Discover
les in Africa, Foreign Affairs-and various
other papers ofinterest. Robert Bell, Agent,
King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The Paris correspondent of the Boston
Advertiser saws, paris is being torn down
and rebuilt with an activity that borders
upon the marvellous. Narrow streets that
had been for centuries, damp, dark and I'M
healthy, have disappeared as if by enchant-
ment, and long rows of white palaces re-
place the old tumble-down, jumbled-up dwell
lngs that have been demolished. Light and
mir have thus gained access to portions of
the city that knew them not, and great is
the consequent reduction in the bills of NOR
tslity The stone used for building in Paris
is one peculiarly adapted to the purpose
Ola rich cream color, it presents beautiful
appearance and possesses singular proper
ty. 1t is, when first quarricd, easily cut
with knife or chisel, and thus the beautl
full sculptures that may be seen on the
facades Of all the new houses in Paris are
chisclled without difficulty. But exposure
to the mir renders this soft and easily worked
stone as hard rs granite, 50 that being ac-
commodatingly soft at first it becomes duly
hard in course of time, rendering the bcautl-
full ornaments enduring.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

BArs.--0n Tuesday afternoon, the whole
county, as far as We have heard, seemed to
swarm with the bat For the suddenness of
their appearance in such remarkable num-
bsrs, it is difficult to account. Some conjec-
turs that it is omiuous of cold weather, and
that they were seeking more southern lati-
tude. Sportsmen enjoyed fine sport in this
vicinity. and large numbers were killed
Kent Nd Ners.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

A REVIVAL or RELIGION. unprecedented in
all the annals of this village; extending
through both the churches; peryading an en-
tire community; without distinction of age
sex, condition or color; is now in progress in
our midst. A whole people finding their
way to the places Of worship where services
ore hold daily and nightly; the deepest solem-
ity displayed by them in and out OF those
places of public worship-when and where
has the like been seen? Yet no extraordina-
~ excitement attends, this remarkable work
Of God-it is but the clear and present mani
festatou of his Spirit moving in all among
this people who have souls to save or hearts to
feel! About seventy Ave persons are num-
bered among the protested converts-how
many are serious=-when all seem so-there
is no estimating.-Romney, Va, Int.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The question Of the future annexation OF
West Florida to Alabama is exciting consid-
cradle interest among the citizens of both
States. During the approaching election in
Florida it will form one of the principal mat
tiers Of consideration.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

A young lady, aged about sixteen, of con-
siderable intelligence and prepossessing ap-
pearance, is now residing with the Sheriff
ofOttowa county, ILL.,, preparatory to her re-
moval to the lunatic asylum. She became in
sane from viewing the aurora borealis short
time ago, which she was induced to believe
betokened the approaching end Of the world.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

Washington College, Virginia, has open
cd with about ninety students, and it is con-
fdently expected that the number this ses-
sion will exceed one hundred. The number
is larger than has been in attendance tor
many Years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

Prof. Bledsoe, Of the University of |ir-
ginia, to whom the Presidency of the Mis-
souri, University was recently rendered, has
decided to decline the appointment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The grand cricket contest, between eleven
Of all England, and twenty-five of the Uni
ted States, to take place in New York, on
the Sd Of October, and in Philadelphia, on
the 10th, promises to be most interesting
affair
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The total receipts at the National Agricul-
tural Fair, held in Chicago, were S33, 900.
The receipts at the National Fair held at
Richmond, in October last, were S7,464.50.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

PERsEyEgAycH.-The heavy rain Of rus,
night and Saturday last did consideraos
damage in The way Of washing down brldS',,
&c. The Washington stage, due mere - g.
Saturday evening, had not arrived np . ="
hour Of putting our paper 10 press, ln"'.a; ,
a man named Murphy, from TIN, '% cunt
in attempting to eros, Ahram 80, 90.
between the OPequon and "inch's'e'' . -.
washed out Of his wagon. beih1 "
swimmer, he succeeded in getting "' ;,;n,
but his horse drowned. After ascer's'.IIs 4.
that his horse was drowned, we learn o D,' :" n
followed the "angry stream" several ln NE Ls
pursuit Of barrel Of Hardware" when ~ y
was loath to give up.-CIarke C"""| w.
seYrdfCr
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27
Brownlow's Adventures.

The Rev. MIR. Brownlow, Of Knoxville.
Tenn who had perhaps rather be known as
"that same old coon," than rs n minister of
the gospel, has been in society ut one of the
Virginia springs, from which he corresponds
with his paper. lie describes some of his
proceedings: -"W neither in the hotel, around
the Mineral Fountain, or in the coach, some
one salutcs me by name. and then the
rest commence looking me out circumference.
feel tempted to enquire OF such, as John
Randolph did Of y gang of boys, who, at
tracted 10y his long queue, slim shanks, and
knee-buckles, on Market street, iii Baltimore,
were pursuing him in gangs, continually
increasing in numbers. He turned upon
them, and swapping at them, said, "get out |!
you must think am ID wolf j" To
avoid this state Of things last night, left the
crowd i'll the sitting room, and entered the
ball room, where found music and dancing,
on Il magnificent scale. ] supposed no one
would recognize me, but 10 and behold. the
two Episcopal Ministe rs and their families
travelling in the same coach with me, were
charmed by the same music, and We're look
ing on with apparent delight We were all
old men, long having been engaged in LIES
battles, and we thought it proper to minglc
together in the midst of the dance, gaze upon
beauty in silks and expanded crinoines, and
thus make life pleasure as it should be, and
not burden"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

A movement is now on foot, by some. in
Wardensville and vicinity. in Hardy county,
to have themselves attached to the county OF
Shenandoah.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The wife of laborer employed by the
Government, complains through the New
York Times, that her husband, with but
scanty means, is compelled to submit, spring
and fall, to tax for the promotion and
maintenance of party. The Times thinks
her appeal to "soften the consciences of those
in authority" will be in vain, the first neces-
sity Of those in authority being to keep in.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

w. w. Corcoran, esq, has subscribed 500
to increase the premium list of the Agricul-
tural Society of Montgomery county, Md,
next year, and given 800 to aid in defray-
ing the expenses Of the Society's late exhi-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The amount of specie shipped to Liver
pool from New York, on Saturday, is esti-
mated at about two and half millions Of dol
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The splendid auroral display Of the night
Of August 2Stb, was witnessed throughout
Germany, where, also, as we'll as in other
parts Of Europe. its peculiar freaks with the
electric telegraph were observed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

LANESTAELE GrNNISG AccIDENT.--M essrs.
Samuel Clifton and Sherwood Denton, Of
franklin county, IL. g. being cunning in
company, on Saturday, the 18th instant,
started i rabbit, and. separating. one went on
each side Of branch thickly studded with
bushes. that the game might not escape them.
Shortly afterwards Mr. Clifton caug BIT sight
of the rabbit and fired his gun at IT, In
mediateIy after he had fired. Mr. Denton,
whose position ON the opposite side Of the
stream was ubscured from Mr. Clifton by
the density of the brushwood, called to Mr..
c. and told him that he had shot him. Mr..
c. FASTENED 10 his friend, when he found
that one shot had pierced his left breast in
the region Of the heart, and another had
taken effect in one of his legs; the scattering
of the shot proving that they must have beer,
!. considerable distance apart MIR. ID. died
in about fifteen minutes alter receiving the
wound.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27
,.p.-We learn that numbers of the,

BEARs.-We learn that numbers OF these
animals have made their appearance in parts
of this county. In Bean Settlement they
have been destroying the Corn. One or two
have been killed. We were informed few
DAVIS since that three had been seen together
in that section Of the county. We were in
formed, also, that large number had been
seen on the mountain near Vaudeville, in
this county.-HdydyC County Wing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The Leesburg Washingtonian says: capt.
II. II. Rhodes, sold on Wednesday last. his
residence, near Leesburg, with about Is
acres Of land, to Geo. X. Fox, jr., County
Clerk. for $500"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The culture Of Tobacco in Connecticut
having proved profitable, some Of the far
mers in Massachusetts, are turning their at
tention to the subject.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

Bears continue to come down from the
Mountains to the Valley and counties east OF
the Blue Ridge, in search Of food A large
one was killed recently in the North Garden,
Albemarle county.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The Hon. Jefferson Davis has returned to
Washington, much improved in health.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The annual meeting Of the American Mis-
sionary Association, is appointed to be held
at Chicago, ILL.,, the 18th Of October.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

Hon. Sherrard Clemens, of Virginia,
nav probably die yet from the effects of
his duel. The Rappahannock S"utherner
reports him as in a very critical condition.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

OLD Trick AGAIN.-The Democratic Prt.
of Georgia, finding themselves utterly unable
to meet the charges Of malfeasancc, extrays
gance and faithlessness that have been al
legged and proved against the leaders Of their
party, are now rcsorting to M old and favor
ite trick. which they seem Ia hold in reserve
tor every emergency. Unable 10 sustain the
party upon its history and merits, they now
come forward with the stereotypei plea that,
bad rs they are, the Democracy should /"
sustained in order TO disappoint Seward AMI
the Black Republicans. and prevent them from
getting possession of the Government In
other words. they seek To recommend them
selves by showing that, if they are not elect.
ed somebody else who is worse will be, AMI
not on the only good ground that they ha'"
fulfilled their pledges to the Peep lie aud faith,
fully administered the trusts committed to
their hands.
Now. this is nm old dodge. and the people
have been cheated by it inst rs longas they
they intend TO be. What must be the conil.
ton and claims Of IA party that can only sur.
vive on the dcmsr'ts If oMersi--.SarG"@.
RcpuJiicdH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

Charles Snyder, esq, prominent citizen
of Cincinnati, was arrested on the 2lst in
slant, on charge Of forgery and perjury.
On the following morning he was found
dead in bed. having taken a dose Of lauda-
mum. Mr. S. was formerly member of the
City Council, and held other responsible Off
ces. The disgrace brought upon his family
by his arrest induced him to put an end to
his life.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27
The Couserv.tor, published at Berryville,

The ConSerystor, puohsheo a. ool's'ir'
Clarke County, Va, BY II. K. Gregg is q
neat sheet, democratic in politics, but In It's
we'll written sslutstory. declaring that It
will not be partisan in its agency, nor ui-
trs in its course. The contents OF the Con-
servator are we'll selected, and its appearance
creditsble.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

The recent military spectacle brought to
Paris all the most accomplished pickpockets
OF Europe, and every one has some story to tell
of the marvellous tricks of cerycrncss that
have been displayed. Amongst others is
the substitution Of pair OF ordinary specta-
cles for gold ones that adorned the nose OF one
of the most wealthy of the bankers, who did
not become acquainted with the robbery
and the change that had occurred until ms
family remarked it on his return home. I'm
illustrious foreign duke. who has long resided
there and astonishcd the admiring world with
his diamond wastcoat buttons, IS SAID to
have been shorn Of some of his jewels; and
several ladies were Invested of their shawls
Immediately after the shower of rain under
pretext of clearing away some OF the watery
element that had been imbibed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

AT a meeting of the Catholics of Staunton,
held at the house Of the Rev. Daniel Dow
ney, Sept IL, 1859, a series of resolutions
was passed, expressing the views of the
members of the meeting in the correctness
Of the verdict upon the charge of murder for
which DR.. Downey was tried and acquitted,
last spring Amongst the resolutions was
one containing high compliment to the poo
plc of Albemare
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

Professor George Bush died at Rochester
last Monday, aged sixty-three years. For
many years he has resided in New York city,
where lie was esteemed not only by those who
entertain the belief of Swedenborg, but by
the lovers of learning and religion generally.
lie was fine scholar, and was deemed a
sound expositor of the vnluininous doctrines
Of the seer ofSweden lie edited the New
Church Repository for several years, and Is
well known by several volumes which ne
wrote in the course of an industrious life.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

ORDER FOR Piano FoRTES.-The largest
order for piano fortes ever gwen IN the nj
ted States, and probably in the world, has
lust been received by Mcssrs. Albert W.
Ladd & CO., of Boston. numbering one hun
dred and ffty-seven instruments, including
ten grsnds, furty-two deliberately carved
Louis XIV. styles, and many other fr,t-class
pianos which are all destined for the South
western market. The purchaser, Alanson
Reed, esq, is one of the Oldest and most res
pectable dealers, having been among the
first in the introduction of piano fortes into
the Western States, nearly twenty years
ago. lie is lifting up the most elegant aud
spacious warehouse in the country, beng
located in 81. Louis, with branch house III
Nashville. TeDn.-BosionP Post.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

GRAND LODGE OF THE |. Q. OF .. F.-Ih's
body which is composed of delegates from
the various States and Territories OF our
Union, including a portion OF the British
Provinces and which was convened on last
Monday, closed its deliberations this al
ternoon, ut three o'clock, passing reso-
luton that the next session will meet III
Nashville, Tennessee, on the Sd Of Septem-
Der, 1860. The main portion of the day has
been spent in considering and acting upon,
the various reports presented for their final
adjustment. The session throughout has
been marked with the utmost harmony ana
brotherly love, and all leave Baltimore HI gu
" gratified with the hospitality which has
been extended to them by the citizens
H1ybuDye PATRIOT
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

NOR RENT-The ROOM now oecarIer :, 4.
"a = BARRIERS Shop. on Fairfax, near n'"s
Possession given immediately, Apply ywwpsoy.
sep 22-eO3t Jahb'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

I1IouR p bill. Ro.., Ray 4 BIZ" : ''''
Il Family Flour, tor .lle BY n,rp tCV
seq IL v ~ i''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-27

ohm McAlnine alias Col. Marmaduke

John McAlpine, alias Col. Marmaduke
Reeves, of the British army, alias Col. john
stone. of Charleston, S. e., alias Walter
Mack, of Cuba, alias Col. Bruce Of Cuba,
alias Mr. Prince, alias-but We have no
more room to spare for his other aliases, was
on Friday last placed at the Bar Of the New
York Court of General Sessions, Judge Rus
sell presiding, charged on the first Of three
indictments, with robbing young lady, .
governess. of a carbuncle ring. McAlpine
is an old offender, and has served term of
two years in the State prison.