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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

| ask no applause and | defy censure. |
speak for the country, and | take all the res
possibility of what say. | will meet the
whole band of Southern chivalry Mt the sword $
point, at the pistols mouth. or anywhere
(Cheers.) have no idea Of seeing my
country's liberties cloven down, the Cunstitu-
ton and the laws of the country trampled
under foot, and stand by quietly, submitting
to that inglorious degradation, without raIs-
ing my feeble voice in solemn exclamation
against that unrighteouS conduct. l dare
the publication of that speech. was glad to
hear it, for | knew that such doctrines had
been for some time smOuldering IN certain
bosoms and was afraid there would not be-
sufficient nlanliness and traukness to disclose
them. | wished the monster Of treason to I'M
fold himself to public view. that he might be
attacked and. in all his monstrous deiormlty,
put to death by the voice of ireemen. En-
couraging cheers.
On the third day Mr.. Foote made long
and able speech i'll opposition to the whole
slaye-trade, and treason project.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20
Maritime Rights.

In view of the present unsettled state Of
Europe, and the possibility Of the difficulties
in Italy eyentuating in a general Continen-
tai war, the following statement Of the prin-
ciples of the Maritime law in time of war"
rs affirmed by the Congress held in Paris, on
the 10th April, 1850, may not DO without
interest 10 those of our readers who are en-
gagged in trans Atlantic commerce, or inter
ested in foreign shipping.
Among the points agreed upon by the rep
resentatiyes Of the different Powers present
at the Congress, and since assented to by all
the Governments of Europe except that OF
Spain, were the following:
|. That the capture OF merchant vessels
belonging to the enemy by public armed
crisers is permissible, but that private per.
sons shall not be authorized By letters Of
marque TO make capture OF such merchant
vessels, OF bring them into port as prizes.
=. The neutral flag covers the enemys
property, except contraband OF waF.
5. Neutral property under the enemy's
dag is protected-except contraband Of war.
T. 4 blockade to 10 legal mast be efec-
tive; i. g. supported by sufficient armed
force to prevent the ingress and egress Of
vessels to and from the place blOcksded.-
Baltimore Ezchange.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20
Walter Preston's Speech in Richmond

We feel ourselves wholly inadequate u .
it even the meagerest justice Nor shall =
make the vain attempt to follow the orator
IN orator he is in the highest sense Of u
word-through his brilliant and power
and transcendently eloquent speech ItWr
in our Judgment, the most successful and r
umphant effort which We have ever hal p.
good fortune to listen to; and we have hra'
not few Of the finest speakers which o.,
State and country have afforded. Mr. Pre-
ton literally enchanted the attention Of O.
audience from the commencement, and IL
it thus enchained during the hour aud aha
he occupied the stand. We sincerely thu
we have never seen such an effect prrdu'r
by any effort of any public speaker be'o''
and we have had the pleasure Of listening 2
the eloquence Of Clay and Summers
The young men were carried away, and
men, who rarely attend political gathern.'
stood in tho aisles and around the stand a
there stood patiently and apparently ~
bound. until the orators time expired. wh.
was nearly twelve O'clock. And after the u.
piration Of his time, there arose shout
him to 20 on, and speak all night; and "
believe the crowd, ladies and all, would w.
ingly have remained all night, if the speai'
had chosen to entertain them with his mat
less eloauence. Whig
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

Ex-senator Foote, it appears, aralked into
the Disunionists and Fire Eaters. and Afri-
can Slave Trade Revivalists, in the Southern
Convention recently held in Vicksburg, in
fine style. He denounced some of their
speeches and plans as reasonable. The res
olutions Of this mis-called Southern Con-
vention," and the action of that body. have
no influence whatever upon the South.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

The Convention of the Protestant Episco-
pal Church of the Diocese of Virginia, COM
menced it's session in Norfolk on Wednesday.
Bishops Meade and Johns are both, We be-
lieve, present, with large number of cleri-
cal and lay delegates. The city is full of
strangers. The Methodist Sunday School
Convention is, also. in session in Norfolk.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

1t is said that in consequence Of the ap-
prehensions excited by the condition of af-
fairs in Europe, many of the ship-owners of
Bremen, have dismantled their vessels and
removed them from Bremer-haven, to point
further up the Weser. for safety. Others
have sent out orders to this country for their
vessels, now lying in our ports, for the pre-
sent to remain here.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

1t is reported, in the last foreign news.
that the Sardinians had seized all the Aus
trian ships at Genoa. France will soon have
a hundred thousand troops in Piedmont
Napoleon would leave for the army about the
18th of May. The Emperor OF Austria is
also preparing to take the chief command of
his forces in Italy. There were rumors that
martial law would be proclaimed in Paris
Marshal Valiant and Count Walewski are
appointed members of the French Privy
Council. Random succeeds to the Ministry,
and oyer becomes President of the Senate.
Delangle returns from the Interior to the
Ministry of Justice, and Duke Babone be-
comes Minister of the Interior.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

A shocking accident occurred day or two
ago to young lady, named Mathilde Saw
yer, residing in Port Jervis. She was sit
ting up making her wedding dress, when
finding that the fluid in the lamp was nearly
consumed, she attempted to fill it with one
of the wicks burning No sooner did the
light come in contact with the fluid, than it
burst the can, and setting fire to the young
lady's dress, burned her 50 severely that she
expired in a short time.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

Judging from some recent articles in the
Washington Constitution, it will not be
considered, much longer, Democratic doc
t,ine. to abuse Great Britain, and to charge
that country with per6dy, &c. We are glad
to see the change
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

The intelligence of the death of the veneer
able and distinguished BARON HUMBOLDT, at
Berlin, published in the foreign news in yes
tsrday's paper.) will be received with the
deepestregret all over the civilized world. lie
was illustrious as a philosopher. traveller,
geographer and astronomer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

We have received the April, May. and
June numbers of the Ladies' American Mag
azine, published in New York and hand
.somely illustrated.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

Favorable accounts of the growing wheat
crop continue to be received, from nearly all
parts of the country. In Georgia there has
been some rust, but not much.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

The world is indebted to the Illinois State
Central Democratic Committee for distinca
and categorical definition of a national
democrat. This committee have recently
published an address, formally excommuni-
eating Stephen A. Douglas from the ortho-
dox democratic church. In this address its
authors thus define national democracy:"-
by the term National Democracy, we mean
those who hold that the members of the party
are bound to acquiese an ,ohateper course tile
party may deem proper, under the guidance of
its regularly constituted authorities to pur-
sue, without regard to local prejudice or per-
sonal caprice"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

William D. Phillips, claim agent in
Washington, has been arrested and lodged
in Jail, charged with forging the name of
Senator of the United States, on the back of
circulars sent through the post-ofhce. so as to
send them free of postage. He is said to
have confessed the offence.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

Letters from General Pierce says that he
will probably remain another year abroad,
in consequence of the improvement in his
Wife's health.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20
British Policy in Central America.

We have good reason TO believe that ~
article which we recently published from II
London Morning Herald, relative to the
ratification by Great Britain Of the ou'eie'
Zeledon Treaty Of the 18th of January 4"
presses exactly the views Of the British 2
eminent, and that Sir William Gore Ouse>
has been instructed 10 negotiate fresh I''
ty with Nicaragua, in conformity with ~
understanding which exists between 6rD"
Britain and the United States, with regarl
their common policy in Central America
We have been gratifed, likewise, to lear
as another proof Of the loyalty evlncei =
England in her negotiations with this cou'
try, that her government has positive! y
fused to protect Nicaragua against the con
sequences Of the capture, by order 81 10
authorities of the latter country, 0! u
American steamers on Lake Nicaragua,
the ground that they consider the seizure
the boats entirely illegal, and not TO be i'
Tended under any circumstances.
NJ. Felix Belly, too, has applied to Gre
Britain for her protection in the prosecut
of his canal schemes; but his request h''
been fatty refused. 1t has also been intlni'
ted to this adventurous gentleman, that n'
only interest Great Britain has IN the q
struction of canal or road across the \ ,c'
raguan isthmus, is that which she feel ID
common with the other commercial nation
IN the world-namely, desire to have u
free and uninterrupted right to use the ;AD''
or road whenever it is made.
These evidences of the good faith Of @''' '
Britain fully Justify the belief that ''> .
sincerely disposed TO carry OFT al! hs'
gagemehts with this country in regal
Central American questions. CoHrf'" %.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

The Democracy Of the extreme Northeast
are already concerting their arrangements
preliminary to representation in the Char
lesion Convention.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

By law of Prussia, every child between
the ages of seven and fourteen is required
To 90 TO school, and to learn to read and
xurito
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

The Italians residing in Richmond, Viz
ginia, are forming an association to raise
funds for transmission to their brothers in
Italy, now about to engage. as they say In
war for freedom.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

A correspondent Of an English paper
afirms that he learned whilst in France,
among the best poultry breeders, that the
long narrow eggs were set aside as the male
eggs or those that would produce male chick
ems if Matched oft, and that the round dam
py ones would produce hen chickens.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

Messr,. Smith, the purchasers Of the Nd Ii
tary Institute. at Culpeper Court House, in
tend to establish first class mathematical
and classical school, without the military fea-
t,,ro
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20
Walter Preston, esq, Speaks in Alexandria
Tonight.

H. We are authorized to announce that
Walter Preston, esq, will address the oiti-
zens of Alexandria tonight at Liberty Hall.
He will also address the citizens Of Able
marie, at Charlottesville on Monday next,
about ii o'clock. Come one. come all.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

We have received files Of Bermuda papers
to the 4th inst. No news Of interest.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-20

"WHEEE IS KossUrH."-This is the 4Is
now generally pronounced through the pc
in view Of the European War. The only 10.
of his whereabouts We have seen Is ~ :.
that he passed through Paris about tls
of March. He is, probably, still in L''''-'
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1859-02-19
CnArrAnonaA. IA. 18.

Mr. CAMERON THE ARTIsr.-This gentleman,
whose studio is in DR.. Mayfeld's new bull
ding, is, we are happy TO sec, receiving liberal
orders from some Of our citzensss portrait paint
er, in which branch of his profession he greatly
GELS But il is Of his views Of the scenery of the
Tennessee river, of which we propose to speak in
this paragraph. In his gallery viii be found pic
ture taken five miles below Knoxville, representing
the river at Clouds Shoals, and the surrounding
scenery, which, as aWoIk of arr, is Of the highest
merit, and ss q faithful representation Of that TO
mantle spot is pride TO all of US who believe that
the Tennessee snd Holston valleys are the loveiest
and grandest spots in their natural attractions on
earth. Other pictures give US views of the Look.
out Mountain scenery in sllts grandure and beauty
We have long been enthusiasts on the subjects
here 50 faithfully and beautifully delnesed on can
vass. There is scarcely mile from the sources
Of the French Broad aud Holston rivers to the Mus
Gle shoals which is not worth picture and hun
dreds of views might be taken grsnder and more
beautiful than any in existence representing any
scenery on earth. This may seem extravagant to
persons unacqusinled with East Tennessee and
Western Virginia Let sucl look at a specimen OF
what we are praising in Mr.. CAMERoN's studio
They will doubt no longer.
For years we have been ambitious to see this see
merry placed on canvass by competent artists; and
we now congratulate citizens that the subject is
in good hands.
Mr.. Cameron's card will be found in our sdVer-
Using columns to which we direct the attention of
the patrons Of art.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1859-02-19


We learn will visit GAINESVILLE early in the
coming purpose aodng those who may wish
procure his celebrated Pebble PantOcopc Spectaces
an opportunity doing The Pantoscopc style Of
Spectacle thought not sms to present here
extract or two from the delivered the Cen
trail London Ophthalmic Hospital by Alfred smee F. R. 5. In
his lecture on specles sduncts the Vision he
says:
When the sight Of advancing becomes apparent
specaces should employed nothing gained BUT in
convenience and damage the organ from not using them, be-
cause in their absence the eye either not be able to per-
ceve minute Objects only stranng itself to the utmost
When glasses are commenced lowest power which applica
bic should be selected or rather should say, that power
somewhat below required distinct vision should be
employed.
Formerly double lenses invariably employed for
focal shorteners great Vol aston, however pointed
far better adapted for that purpose and
from the extensive range vision which they aord he termed
them PeriscoR Specacles Since his time these spectace
been still improved and received the Of PantOsPic
Seychelles Pantoscopc spectace mens and, therefore,
periscopc glasses arranged position highly IA
vorable for the intended purposes.
The vertical field OF vision varies in different
persons depending either upon the form Of the eyebrows and
k or upon prominence Of the eyes themselves. In my
own case by measurement that whilst my head
mains stationary objects ranging li9 BY moving
the eyes as far as possible. The differently divided
by the kinds Of glasses
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1859-02-19

'From these measurements perceive that the panto-
scopc offers from the pecacies, account Of the
great extent the range occupied by the
lens in which objects may their condition.
They differ moreover from the small of field which exists
below Of the and in fact this would not have
any existence the psntOscopc lens upon the cheek, did
the rounded and reng form OF this part OF the face have
small interval al the outer margin of the spectacle
As consequence OF this arrangement the pantoscope spec
tace occupy part field actually employed in the
animation Of Objects whilst that part required Ter that
purpose left uncovered for the ezamue distant OBJ
jects.
These glasses first introduced my notice by Mesrs
Horne Thornhsi;e, requested my opinion their
eligibility before they would sell them Having mnuey
i4e he reported faOraby upon them and that report
may that, these glasses allow vision their top
for distant Objects sight materially pesery by their
use and perhaps time viii when other form Of spec
taces will be employed for the hlness Of advancing
years"
Since says he hardly rate the injury which the far
sighted eye from looking through the glass at distant OBJ
jec he cautions pursuing such course where
they employ the common pecacles When the facul
" Of adjusting eye Impaired be with
out any change physical structure focus horterers are had
recourse by parties" Beware, however, he continues
how you proceed these cases. for they require much caution
our object rather be the than tamper
with the defect much mischief requsnty effected through
the cupdty or ignorance Of the " and he de-
ca-es that application Of glasses alone, eNten
sye damage Effected and thousands Of persons
h OF from the full enjoyment Of the beauty
OF objects by the ignorance aTelenes Of spectacle
sellers.
We quoted enough from Or. Since show the great i'm
ortance using only glasses, prop
ery adjusted BY practical optician that their may
preserve strengthen the organ Of sight These objects
attained Dr. tells by the Of the Pantcs5opc Spec
tacles.
Mr. himself practical optician, and his knowl-
with these invaluable the vision. Brazilian Pebble
glasses thoroughly tried in this community, with
single exception have been able learn
given entire satisfaction.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1859-02-19
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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1859-02-19


BOATS LHAvISe THIS DAT.
D. H. Runysn, for Memphis At IL o'clock.
Glendale, for Pittsburgh al o'clock P. N.
james johnson, for New Orleans at o'clock.
Eastport for 81
The recent rains should they have been general.
as they have been, judging from the quantity that
has fal>len here, win have tendency not only to
create coal boat rise but will proyetO be the highs
est rise of the present season. so much So that we
look for the entire low lands Of the Cumberland to
be submerged.
ARRIVED YETERBAT-
Minneonka, Paducah.
DEPARTED YESTERDAY.
COnswago, Cincinnati
Minnetonks Paducah.
EXPECTED TO-DAY
Nashville, from New Orleans
Twitehell, from +" &"
Reliance from Cincinnati.
sallie West, from Cairo.
J. @. Cline, from Memphis.
Umpire and Acacia Cottage from ports above
Heavy amounts of Groceries now reach our port
BY the New Orleans steamers The Ohio river boats
likewise come into port with fair freights. Our up
river trade is not forward is generally the case
at this season Of the year. this is doubtless, owing
to the bad condition Of the roads leading to the
river banks. From every Information we have,
there srelarge quantities of Tobacco and Corn to
GENE forward for shipment.
The James Johnson, Eastport and B. NJ. Runyan,
have al had to drop from the upper landing, and
are now laying at the lower corporation wharf, dis
charging and receiving freight preparatory to their
departure the two form for New Orleans, and the
after for St. Louis and Memphis. These boats are
all Of the first order, passengers cannot fail to be
pleased withthe facilities they offer. The Runyan
will leave from the lower wharf to-day at u
O'Clock. Shippers will bear this in mind.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1859-02-19

FRAScIscO's HATs.-NO better evidence is need
ed of tie popularity Of the fashionable and splen-
did Hats made by FRANoIsco No. %, Public Square,
than the universal satisfaction of those who wear
them. By the use Of the best materials and the
employment of artisans of the highest order, Fran
cisco's Hats combine in the greatest degree, ele-
gancs aud Durability Let those Who wish tObe
neat and becomingly crowned, call and select one
CT his spring styles for 1859, just introduced to-
dzv
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1859-02-19
HTLLMANN THEIRS
IRON DEPOT,
nos. 44 CoIIege, I'D ana 4a markct sire

Nos. ~ College, Al and 10 Market streets
OFFER for sale low for cash prompt dealers on time
$50 of their celebrated Refined Charcoal Iron;
100 q" best Pittsburg Iron, assorted;
80 :" Hammered Iron;
SO q Tennessee Castings;
I.CO0 kegs Nails and Spikes best brands;
10 tons Cast, Shear E. & A. B. steel;
go sets Wagon and Buggy Axles, all sizes;
30 pairs Bridgeport Springs
Together with Anvis Vices Chains Files Flows Straw Cut
Shellers. etc. Lian2I-2m
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1859-02-19

Those in want Of Coverings for the undsrstaaaing,
or needing any Of the eonyenienoes for travelling
viii hnd something to suit BY calling Mesrs Suy.
der. Frizzel at their trading Emporium, No. q,
Public Square See advertisement in to-day paper.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1853-1862, 1859-02-19

We are indebted to Mr. A. K Holt, the gentle
manly agent for the Adams Express in this city,
for late cory Of the New York Herald.