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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21
Burning at Sea- of the Eastern Monarch
A letter from southampton says:

a letter from southampton says:
BY the arrival here of the screw steamship
Saxonia, from Hamburg, which passed thu.
burning vessel on her way to this port, in.
trlligrnrc was received "t the burning al the
ship Eastern Monarch, at Spthead The
pilot oh board the Saxonia, MIR. James Bow
vrr vas the first to render assistance t" the
ill-tated ship, and saving Il great number al
lives. a small boat, belonging to Bowyer's
cutter, the Fawn, went along side the Eastern
Monarch and commenced the rescue 10y TAX
liz as many OF the unfortunate creatures out
~ was possible. The boat made several
trips from the burning ship to the cutter,
each time laden with people, and many hung
on to the sides of the boat, and were 80 draGg-
cd through the watar and placed On board
the Fawn. By these means the gallant little
craft, although only of thirty-six tons, had
on board II Indies. about 100 men, and sever
al children.
Among the ladies were the wives of the
colonel and captain in command 0fthe troops.
By this time several boats had arrived from
the men-of-war lying at Spithead and also
il number Of mud barges which were passing
the spot The Fawn made her way to the
nearest man-of-war, and transferred to her
the people whom she had providentally res
cued several rf whom were only covered by
the sails of the boat. while the ladies were
envcloped in the blankets belonging to the
cutter, and the coats Of the pilots and seamen.
\ female and child were picked up, both Of
whom died. and the crew Of the Fawn saw
several persons sink whom they were unable
to assist. As soon as a number OF boats had
congregated round the ship, the soldiers re-
ceiyed directions to save themselves, when,
throwing away their knapsacks, they leaped
overheard and swan to the boats The colo
mel and captain of the troops and hecaptain
If the Inflated vessel were the last to leave
the burning wreck. Every one had lett the
ship, and she was fast succumbing to her
fate hy the time the Saxnnia came up from
IIamLurg"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21
ICOMHUSICATED


The subject of repatriation" and the
right of foreign countries to exercise CON
troll over such as may return (after natural
cation in the u. S. and voluntarily place
themselves under subsection to the laws Of
the countries where they were born, having
been discussed, it is quite likely that some
ambitious individual, WILL for the sake OF
notoriety, land d fuss generally"
e. over to France or Prussia, yet himself
caught and drafted III the army, and then
apply tor prOteCtim to the country which
he has deserted or left! Ought such an in
diyidual OF individuals, voluntarily running
their necks III moose, to he suffered 10 create
national difficulties, Should we permit
France or Prussia, to interfere with oOg ipw
in our country! And ought We L. counte-
nance the conduct Of thoso who wilfully
transgress the laws Of other countries -
These are p,dct'rm questions. We should
keep clear of all difficulties with the Euro
peans Just now, for the sake of our merchants
and farmers, and our people generally.
AGRlCOLA
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21
To Destroy Insects Oh Trees.

A solution Of whale oil soap will destroy
the numerous insects that intest trees and
shrubbery at this season Of the year Dis
solve the soap i'll warm water, making '-uds"
Of medium strength, and sprinkle the leaves
with syringe. This specific is sure death
to the caterpillar miller, and the army If
rayagers that destroy the foliage. Now Is
The time for its application.-N. y Post.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21
A Funny Marriage.

An economical couple from Iowa arrived
at Alexandria. Mo, few days ago, to get
married. The groom had neither hat, coat,
nor vest. but Justice Spencer kindly loaned
him those need garments, and then tied the
knot for them. When the ceremony was
over, the groom told the Squire" that he
hadn't red" but would like to trade him
Il pet wolf, if they could agree on the terms.
The Squire" took the rarmint, and gave
the happy bridegroom dollar to boot
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21
The Wheat C1op in North Carolina.

Nearly if not all the Wheat crop in this
immediate section has been reaped, and We
are glad to hear that, on the whole, the yield
Is good one. We have had sultry, sh"wery
weather for two days past which If it contin-
ues much longer, will injure the Wheat on
the ground.-Ralsigh Register Of Saturday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

~ Persons from the country sending
obituary notices to this Office, must aecompa-
nv them with the names of the writers, or
reference to some known person, or the no
tees cannot be inserted. The reason must
be obyious-and we have given this notice
repeatedly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

The late chess encounter was terminated on
Friday afternoon, at the room of the New
York Chess Club, by the victory of Mr. Nor
phv, the score standing: Morphy s. Thomp-
son 8; drawn l. This achievement OF the
Youthful chess champion, may be placed
even above that of any of mis- European
feats
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21
ALEXANDRIA,:
TUESDAY MORNING, JUNE 81, 1859.

When even the Charleston Mercury oh
jects strongly to the re-opening Of the slave
trade with tho coast of Africa, it must be
acknowledged that the agitators on that sub
ject in the South, have but very little ground
to stand on, in the efforts they are making.
1t is our opinion that popular vote in the
South, would show almost as strong an OPP
position to the proposition, az could be Oh
tanned at the North.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

Prof. Phillips, late of the University of
North Carolina, has been elected Professor
of Biblical Literature in Union Theological
Seminary, to fill the vacancy created by the
resignation of Prof William j. Hoge.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21
Great Natural Phenomenon.


FROM THE oswEGo Is. ~ PALLADIUM OF JUNE To-
De$cent Of an Immense Mteoric Rody.
On Wednesday YESTERDAY morning the
inhabitants of the towns oi B"ylston and
Redtield, in this county, were startled by the
occurrence vi most remarkable phenome-
nou-the descen: from the heavens of an i'm
mense metanric mass. The body struck the
earth between the hours Of three and four a.
NJ. with acrash that was truly terrific, and the
shock was sensibly felt and the people
aroused from their sleep at IA distance OF five
miles from the scene. The body iell upon
the farm Of Horace Sanger, situated on the
line of BoylstOn and Rcdheld, striking Ill a
meadow and partially on the highway 1t
j. estimated by our informant 10 cover halt
AN acre of land. The earth was torn up IN a
terrible manner, and large fragments were
thrown a distance Of two-thirds Of "A mile
The mass is vely irregular in shape, and
rises at some points TO sixty and eighty ieet
in height, and is supposed TO he mbedded IN
the earth as many feet. The suriace general
ly has the appearance OF iron ore. Inc
excitement OccasiOned by the event among
the inhabitants was intense, and the crash
IL ,aiu u nave beeh 'etiih' "0y
ton Many SUPPOSED 'lia' t''e n"a' mn
ing up OF terrestrial Affairs hau 'fuiS ara n
we are indebted 10 our 'I'cnu Lew, ="
nam, OF BOylston, for his efforts to furnish
Us at the earliest moment with the particu-
lars oi the e'e"''l
F,om TIE Os,cego Paiiaji"m Of J"ns Il.
BoYLsroy, Thursday, June l6.-On the
receipt oi your dispatch at Fu'a'h' S'"i..d
at once Tor B1yiston 10 inspect III person 'ne
scene OF the startling phenomenon VI "e'
nesday. The facts In regard 70 the t,ile ana
CIRCUMSTANCES FreSeui''E ,ne i"ii Vi '"e "o ii:
lite have from James liauiey, an '"'e''',
gent and responsible cltiAeho i t"o .H"r Vi
keaheii, VII" resides aDont one i'i'ie ''',''
the scene, ana the rest Is from personal on
-eryation.
MR. hADLEi STATEMENT;
was AWAKENED at ABOUT t"'ec " 'i''A WI
euhesuay morning ny t"e r'o'ii III INV -
slept being hiiea WIN hGh'' anu ii''-
medlately heard rhshihg sounu me !,
the coming Ot great wind. lhis dhi
not last above lew seconds after was
awake, when an explosion followed OF which
| can give no description 1t wa- terriht.--
The whole house shock "a II hundred can
non had been hfed under the windows quite
number OF paheS OF 3 lass were D'"he'l ""'
"t the windows, ana the clustering vi 'he
room was III came tumhlihg about me-
The light which was =" brilliant that coulu
plainly see every object IN the room, was at
once extingushrd The window of my room
is on the opposite side If the house from the
place where the meteor fell, 80 that
can only Judge of its direction. The light
seemed to come from some body moving rap-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

Motley P, Adams, charged with setting
fire to, and burning the house of Col. Jeffer-
son T. Lawson, in Patrick county, Va, has
been sent on to the Circuit Court of that
county for trial.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

The New Orleans papers announce the
death, on Monday, of the Hon. A. ID. Cross
man. Mr. C. was man universally be-
loved, and for many years was Mayor of that
city-the people electing him to that homo
rable and responsible Office over and over
arain.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

The account of the fall of an immense me-
teoric body, in Oswego county, New York
will arrest the attention of the scientific
The statement comes apparently we'll anthem
ticated-but is very wonderful-and hard to
be believed
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

We Published On item concerning the trial
of IA Mclaughlin, in Chicago, for alleged Of
fences in connection with "a daring and dia-
bolical gang of villains" In justice to Mr..
Mclaughlin, we desire to state that ne was
instantly acquitted by a jury; also that the
Chicago Times charges the police with I'M
scrupulously manufacturing charges against
him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

A man named Walter S. Land, has been
arrested in Baltimore, charged with killing
B. F. Flanagan, of Princess Ann County
E,ro,,,o
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

There have been recently, near Philadel-
phia, some successful exhibitions OF tho ope-
rations of steam pillow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

Seven or eight persons have been commit
ted to jail, in Floyd county, Va, charged
with robbery.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

Col. Absalom Fowler. distinguished
member of the Bar in Arkansas. died on the
18th instant
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

The Charleston Mercury says, I'VE shall
sustain no man. of whatever party. clique,
creed or section who shall stand upon the
platform Of Douglas principles. though he
should be nominated by twenty d"mocratic
Conventions" This is plain speaking. and
probably the same views among Southern
men will operate in the Charleston C"nven-
ton to set aside Mr.. Douglas, and break up
the democracy into two sectional camps.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

1t will be seen, that accounts differ "a to
the great battle of Magenta, recently fought.
The first news of the battles and the move
ments of the armies always comes from the
French, and they, Of course, make the most
of their successes, and magnify their own
proves. We suppose, however, there can
be no doubt of II French victory, and of the
evacuation of Milan by the Austlians.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

ANEcnnrF There are several good stories
toll of the President, occasioned by his recent
trip to North Carolina Ii is said that while
he was on the train between Norfolk and Wei
don IA gentleman asked him if he rested well
on the Chesapeake boat coming down. Mr..
buchanan replied, well, sir, either | was
too long OF the bertls were too short, and |
ail Lot sleepas comfortably ~ | might" -
This remark was overheard by the captain of
the Bay Line, who instantly replied: NO
no, Mr.. President the reason you could not
sleep was because you were in the Bridal
Chamber" and, as this is the first time in
YOUR life that you occupied such couch, it
i no wonder that You could not sleep"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

Many Of the people of Portsmouth are i'll
dgnant Mt the administration, i'll the rcmo-
val of DR.. Pinkney. from the Naval Hospital
at that point and his transfer to the san ia,
cinto, ordered to sail in few days to the
coast of Africa At meeting ofth citizens
ON the 18th inst, resolutions We're passed
commenting the official department and
manly independence Of DIR. r.. and severely
cnndemping the act of the administration.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

Leonard Scott & Co, New York, have re-
published the June number of Blackwood's
Magazine. 1t contains articles on Fleets
and Navies, Lord Macaulay and, Marlbor-
ough, War Speculations, the Seige Of Ply
mouth, Relations with the Continent, &c
The number is very excellent one. Re-
ceived by Robt Bell, Agent, for all the re-
prints of the British periodicals.
We have received Frank Leslie's Family
Magazine and Gazette of Fashion, for July
with many interesting articles, and hand
somely illustrated. Received and for sale by
Geo. f. French.
We have received the July number of the
Great Republic Monthly. 1t has pleasing
variety, and number of illustrations. Re-
ceived and for sale by Geo Siggers, Prince
Street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21
MIsICATED,

COAMuSICATED.
The question has been frequently asked
but has never been answered that | have
seen, why Was the late King Of Naples cali
ed King Bomba," Your correspondent
who has undertaken 10 yindicute his ctarac-
ter, can. perhaps, answer, and by 80 doing
will crafty the curiosity Of one who also
signs VI.
DECEIVED an assortment Of very handsome
~ new style DRILLINGS. Also, fine ALFAC-
CA and LINEN COATS-very low for cash.
jsl6 W. D. MASSEY, No. % Kipgst.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

A dispatch has been received at St Johns
n F., countermanding the ordering to Eng
land Of the Lieut.. Governor Of the Island,
Col. Law, who is commander Of the forces,
his services being necessary on the Island,
The troops on the station are to be consider
ably augmented, and the forts fortified with
heavier metal. England, while protesting
her neutrality, seems to be getting ready at
all points for war, IA if she had no faith in
the moderation of the French Emperor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

/ Chamber, ana, as this IL the hrst time IN
YOUR life that you occupied such couch, il
/ no wonder that You could not sleep"
NEW BOOKS, PAPERS AND MAGAZINES
! ~ just received at FRENCHS Book aad Ps-
| .joiac"i Depot.
| The Poctical works of Edgar Allen Poe, with an
original memoir, vol. complete, 7jc.
! Tho Venetian Buccaneer, or the Prophet of the
Bohmer Wald. tale of the times of Joseph Second
OF Germany, Ice
! Frank Leslie. Fashion Book and Family Maya
! aiEc for July, Csc
! Petcrsons Ladies National Magazine for July,
! lsc
Arthurs Home Magazine for July, lsic.
| Frank Lcslie's Budget of Fun for July, &c.
! The Great Republic Monthly for July, Csc.
! Ballou's Magazine for July, Zoe.
Godey's Lady, Book for July, is splendid NUN
Der 25c.
German papers received regularly
Frank Leslio's Illustrated Zcitung. &c.
New York Criminal Ieitung, DC.
WOckenblattier New Yorker Stats Zoitung &c.
New York lfumorist and Illustrated NOyellcn
ZciuHg DC.
Now York Ledger London News, Leslie. Har-
per, Weekly, Mercury, aud every thing else in tho
Newspaper Book, and Magazine line. je2l
H7HE LAST VOLUME OF HUMBOLDTS
l. COSMOs.-CosmOs, a sketch Of u physical
description of the Universe by Alexander Won
fiUmbodt, translated by Otte Dallas, limo. $50.
Mo.acs, by the author Of salad for the Solita-
ry. ect., limo. cloth, SIPS.
The Game Of DIaugEts OF Checkers simplified
aud explained, with practical diagrams and il
Illustrations. by ID. ::cattergOud 3sc.
Deacon DDOlitfie's Dr0ilerIe- a collection of
quaint and fanny -torlcs toll by the deacon, Re.
.aturcs School, on Lesson. from the Garden
aud the Field, published by American > :. Union,
15r. The Bridge over the Brook, s $. L. ljc.
Desil'er- New Maps OF the Seat of War, with
large anDunt 81 statistical nfoI nation, and p0r
traits OF Francis Joseph Napoleon 81 Victor Em-
dnuel, and Alexander ID, beautifully c0lOred soc
further supply Of GillCtt's Black Swami Quill
Pens, II cents each. Just received aud for sale
hy jas. ENTWISLE i son,
ie?l No. 95, Hing. street.
NOTICE All the open account, on our books
~ have been made oh FOR delivery ana settle
mcnt ThU.e not called fOt DIP To- the 2ith utim0
will, as speedily possible, be issued without dis.
elimination.
Those persons 10 whom they belong will please
nndel stand by this that object TO have their
bills settled at once. W. confidently hope there
will be general and substantial res ponss to our
wish. CLAGETT DUDSON.
Washington, ie 2l-Itljyllf
I'M FOR SALE.-A HOUSE AND LOT, on
- the east side OF Fairfax street, between Duke
ahi " ollie streets. 1t is Frame building, with
Pari"r Dining Room. and Kitchen below, and
three good lodging rooms tho second floor.
The lot fronts 20 running back ssl feet. Terms
accommodating Apply 10
je 2l--eo3t z. c. CLATaHTON
Il. FOR RENT.-The DWELLING on Alfred
III street, heretofore occupied BY Mr. James p.
Smith to whom application can be made, for
terms, &c. RICHARDS c. SMITH,
Je ls-eOtf Executor Of H. c. Smith, decd.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-21

SrMNARY.--The Anglo-Sax"n brings las
above) intelligence of great battle on the
plains of Austrian Italy, and the asserted
defeat Of the Austrian forces though the
victory does not appear so conclusive as the
French accounts claim. The retreat of the
Austrians from Sardinia is confirmed. The
French followed, crossing the Ticino at Buff
falora and Turbigo, sharp engagements oc-
curing at both places. The main battle
took place at Magenta, IA town Of four thou
sand inhabitants, situated twenty four miles
TO the northwest of Pava. 1t is on the line
of the railroad between Novara and Milan,
and not far from the frontier OF Piedmont.
The French claim to have taken seven thou
, 1859-06-16

y correspondent inquiries: .'Suppose
4 ,nnn and girl were TO get married; the man
is thirty -6Tc wears old, aud the girl five years;
this makes the man seven times as old Us the
girl; and they live together unit! the girl is ten
Years old: this makes the man furty years old,
and four times old as the girl; md they still
lire until she is fifteen, the man would be forty
five. and this makes him three times as old; und
they still live till the girl is twice as old, and
80 on. Now, how long would they have to lire
10 make the girl rs old US the man, ut tho same
rate Of reasoning?
= According to the "Asiatic Researches y :
very curious mode Of trying the title to land
in the disputed spot, in each Of which the law-
yers on either side put one Of their legs, aud
rennin there until one of them is tired. com
plains of being stung By the insects, in which
case his client i defeated. In ths country it is
too generally the client, and not the LAWYER,
''who puts his foot in
T IN Australian, from the number Of mur-
ders committed in that aurilcr5us region, thinks
that Melbourne must BE- the place which Shaks.
pcare speaks Of when he says 'that bourne frozu
| which no Traveller returns"
| q redaSogue tells laughable story o.
one Of his Scholars son Of the Emerald Isle
He told him 10 spell hostility; HORSE
horse" commenced Pat. Not hoIse-t,lty.
1aid the TEACHER but host'tltJh nre s4,t =
Pat, AN didn't ye tell me the otner oass Aut u
say boss: lie jabers. its wan thing the wan day
aud other the nixt.''
- 4 French magistrate, noted for his low
Of the pleasure Of the table, speaking one da,
to friend said: "We have just been eating
superb turkey; it vas excellent, stuaed 10 II
neck, tender, delicate, and Of high fsTor. "
lels only tho bones-" allow many Of you wer
theref" eald his friend. Two" replied th
magistrate, "tho turkeyn Ind myself
- 4 friend reports the following, Is
actual occurrence: <.An accident took plae
lately on oue Of the railroads BY usc axle Of II
tender giving way, and ubstructins the road f
somo 6ours-a lady inquired Of genten'a
passenger the cause Of the delay. H gravel
| replied: Madam, it WAS occasioned By what
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4tne4 shs wonderful perfection to which A. OhsEadt
Cat manager q. E.tehe'o n. ~ has brought Tho
8Au.c Of Nles and Toupors invited to vlt hs viz
End Hair Dying hocnA 1t No. fremont Block and exam.
Inc these curious productions Of No scrutiny de
tex. tie Artificial fon the natural when adjusted 70 The
Asa3 .1p
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OTIS FOR SALE AT LAX

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nnI f'F talc ie>c,t favorable iu'cS'eu!+ to pGt"ons
wtAink to emmy the u c5ci1 LIZ within u hours
Tide Of t!c City Of Chicago.
They are loe.tel Al Like Forest the west 1anl Of Lake
Michigan elevated oas hundred frt above u1c level q te
Lake. nh,, twenty mites nnrtk ffrnn ChlcaIo, on lath
A',es q the clcao and Mlsaukes i:altads altnn IN
l4 and other sprtug1 and natural beauties md In te
utlnn If bes y.icas the advantages fcE heasul
md rdencr not 10 TX t1Gectd tY lEy un Tie IA
Aaofv " In tie Western country. .
fine Academy building tthe preparatory deiartnett 81
Lad Eulrerait y las eh cFected tho fast ssIt a1i i
successful 0,rca1lon in ca1c Of = t. Ai!es, n.
new Passenger Dryt Store alil n'0re than dozen
dwellings have bcen cret:ed within the lEI$t ycis-
In Ahitimt to the regular tErouE4, trts m acenooda
fun t1a!n hiking Passengers communication csas Ut haf
the sexu flrl lyrs cteeo every evening" anl utusns cr-
cr3 nsn.ns thus Attending business III Opportunity 70
dcrd tile day III the city and be with tcr families 1T Hig
eood hoie his been opened and Ia succe.au! ure:ou
for rE:utc than ayGal past.
The Lake Forest Association ave also few ots molE
foI farming purposes lying the tuwH conta!n fE'a
threc to e4c which viii 1e ssd II rcsorac lEle
aud on usua time.
The subscriber as within the past y1ar sold ovcE twelve
ihunsaud dollars worth VI the lands ttlUnE to the M
yt.y and AAsoetaun and proposes to st fcw more ts
To persons who wish then for lrnelaie improvement ana
cultivation.
Etun adlsss him through thc Pit 0f1cc- jox
20 Chicago. Illinois. PEIEk fAGE. AGeE1-