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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31
Land Sales.

The farm Of the late Jonathan Smith,
about half mile south Of town, was sold at
auction, ON the oath inst, by b. W. Barton,
executor, for $685. per acre, equivalent TO
cash. John Z. jenkins. Of this place, pur-
chaser There are about % acres in the
farm.
The mill and mill lots belonging to the
same estate, were sold at the same time, to
Hiram Smith, for S.. 900. The two lots en-
brace about acres Of ground.
The shepherd Farm" about five miles
north of Winchester, was sold at auction,
last Saturday, at the Courthouse square, by
John Markell, Commissioner, for s54.2j per
acre Charles V. Baker of Philadel phia,
purchaser. There are lbs acres, and trac-
tional part Of IN acre in the tract.
I. I. Fauntleroy. .ir. has purchased. pri-
vatey, of j. Milton ll"llingsworth, about 70
acres of choice land lying on the eastern
vide of the Valley Turnpike about one mile
south of town, on which he designs to build
and reside Winchester FIR.
Col. Millers Island Mils' were sold on
Tuesday of last week, at public auction, for
$4,000. Purchaser, Jos. II. Kite.
The house and lot in Harrisunburg, be-
longing to Mrs. A. NJ D. Butler, decd, were
sold at auction, on Friday last, by j. \. Lig-
gett, Commissioner for $3.50. Purchaser,
DR.. Geo. h. Gimer. -Rockngham Rep
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31
The Markats

BALTIMORE. Dee. 3O.--Four closed steady and
unchanged; Howard street Sj.2j Wheat closed
dull with lack Of supplies; white 1890 l3sc for
good to prime Corn closed with an improved
feeling, but unchanged Provisions closed quiet
and dull; bacon sides 91c.; mess pork SIC. Whis-
Ky closed dull al 26Ic.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

When the Virginia troops passed through
Washington, the President was not at home;
and, had, therefore, no opportunity to show
them his respect, or extend any courtesies
e. thom
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

POSTAGE rs BugNos AYREs.-The Post Of
fee Department has received an official let
ter from Buenos Ayres, giving the new rates
Of postage in that country as follows: The
postage on letters from the exterior, as well
as from the interior of the State, will he one
dollar, in current coin. whenever their weight
does not exceed quarter OF an ounce; and
one-half dollar for each additional quarter
ounce, excepting those sent from one point
Of the capital to another, the postage on
which will be one-half dollar when not ex-
ceedng a quarter Of an ounce in weight, and
a quarter of dollar for each additional
quarter ounce" The marked difference be-
tween these rates and our own, will show the
superior postal advantages enjoyed by the
citizens Of the United States.
We do not by the above statement, see
the superior postal advantages enjoyed in
the United States, unless the value OF the
dollar at Buenos Ayres is shown-that value
for many gears past compared with ours We
believe, has been as low rs u tenth or six
teenth Of the Spanish and American dollars.
SO the Buenos Ayres postage may not be
very high, as it would seem.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

1t is said that Helper has sent his book,
splendidly bound, to several Of the Southern
Members Of Congress, as christmas gift, "
thanking them for their speeches about it,
which had been better than an advertise
ment" to help its sale!
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

Mr. Pryor's speech in the House of Rep
resentatives. on Thursday, is said to have
been very eloquent. lie was tolerant of diff
ferences of opinion among democrats upon
the territorial question, and was most rap
turously spplsuded when he stated that the
Southern people were not tor disunion, but
would maintain their constitutional rights
within the Union, and that in the struggle,
millions Of the North would cooperate with
the South TO crush out sectionalism.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

The Wings Of Mississippi have commenced
their reorganization. They desire to form
q patriotic, national party, free from all sec
tionalism. They have issued an address to
the people, and invite national men, opposed
to the Democracy, to unite with them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

REMARkS.--The market this week has been
very quiet with very light receipts. Ia conse-
quence of the holidays, farmers have been sending
very little 10 market. aud the transactions are
small that accurate quotations are difficult 10 give.
Flour, Wheat, aud Corn duli--Suprrine -four
S5.l2l S5lSi. There hay. been n" sales of
Wheat or Corn on Change Tor two three days
Provisions. &C. are quiet. Pork j. active al S6.7o
(g SI.5U p 100 Tbs. Tho market for Groceries has
continued very firm, with an upward tendency IN
all kinds of sweets. Sugars, both raw and refined
may be quoted at t.. higher over prices of last
week Molasses 2 To Sc. advance. Cofces very
firm at l2Gg BE. for Rio; Laguyra -liGt li.c;
Maracubo lao lJc.; Old Government Java lt(D
lie. Rice has advanced l." = %, on good grades,
and is now quoted ut 1900. salt very firm At
prices Of last week. 1925 for Ground Alum at
wholesale; Dcakin fine Sl.sOgSl.so. Worthing-
ton Marshall's sl.9OMS2 Ashton S2l2t@
1925. Stocks more than ample tor the demand.
0ut-of-door business during the week has been
dull, and NJ we have no change 10 note IN any
othor articles usually quoted, We omit our regular
weekly review. The ice IN the river has, this
week, impeded navigation. There Is yet large
quantity of Goa. for shipment vessels are scarce.
and frcights ARE high. n M last week figures.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

1t is said that the speech of Mr.. Morris,
of Illinois, in the House OF Representatives,
on Thursday. condemnatory in part Of the
President and administration, was made
against the wishes Of Senator Douglas and
other Democratic members Of the Illinois
delegation, who avow their desire to pro-
mote the harmony Of the party.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31
Richmond Cattle Market, December go.

There were isi head Of cattle sold at tbe scales
this week, ri prices ranging from S275ta 81 gross.
The supply Of Hogs was heavy, and sales rang
ell from $50 to sS25, to quality. the operations
Of the week closing nj IS Tor corn fed
The supply Of Sheep heavy a-o. snd quail
~ good Prices ranged from 81 to $3.50 a 100
fbs. gro-s. Those ut the latter price extra
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

Mr.. Van Buren,, Mr.. Fillmore, and Gen.
Pierce, Ex-Presidents of the United States,
in their letters to the New York Union
meeting, all expressed the same national
conservative sentiments with regard to the
Union and the Constitution.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

Wee President Breckinridge's speech at
Frankfort, which was conciliatory and hope
full, is highly applauded by the Administra-
ton wing Of the Democracy. He stands by
the bred Scott decision, and thinks the Ju-
dietary must settle the question. if the Terri
tories undertake unfriendly legislation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

The loss by the great fire, in New York.
on Thursday, was $500, 900, it is said. The
tAlser.ph reported it $50, 900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31
Alexandria Fuel Market,

We have no change 10 nutc in Ii. market for
fuel. There are ample supplies Of Wood and
Coal, and while the demand is brisk prices u
Wood and Goa, are unchanged
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

Archbishop Hughes, Of New York, is to
deliysr the commencement address at the
University of North Carolina.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

Senator Seward, of New York, just arriV-
ed at New York, in the steamer Arago has
been received in that city, with the 'cus-
tomary compliments" and ceremonies, at
tha CITY Hall. 30.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31
RMPIRE HOUSE.

THIS HOTEL having been recently fitted
up is now for rent. 1t is situated ON King,
between Fayette and Payne streets, in the neigh.
borhood of the Orange and Alexandria and Ma
nassas Gap Railroads..
nov 2S-d3tGeotf ROBERT G. VIOLET.
TTOME MADE CLOTHS AND CASsIMERES.
III We have just received very choice LOT
Mixed, Grey, and Brown Cloths and Cassimeres,
manufactured in Loudoun county, and desirable
for Oyereoats, Pants, and business suits
aao 40 BRYAN ADAMS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

1.-THE Recollections and Private Memoirs
Of Washington, by the late G. W. P. Gusts.
with memoir Of the author, by his daugh-
ter. Mrs Lee, with illustrative and explain
atory notes. by Benson j. LOSING" has been
lust published. The work contains, in acl-
dtiou, the correspondence between General
Washington and John Parke Gusts, and
several Of Mr.. G. w. p. Custis's most sd-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

Il 10 said that a number Of the returned
medical students. have returned "back
AGAIN" to Philadelphia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

The trial Of the Rev. Mr.. Hurnden, FOL
the murder Of his wife. at Belvidere. New
Jersey, has again been postponed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

VIM. A. Linn, collector of the port OF st.
Goui,. and son Of the late Senator Linn, Of
Nisso uri, died At 81. Louie. On the 2stb inst
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

General John IL. Cooke, of Fluyanna coun-
ty, Va, has given 81 900 towards the endow-
ment fund Of the Southern Baptist Theolo-
gicsl Seminary, in Greenville 5. G.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

Governor Houston was sworn into ONCE
=. Governor Of Texas, on the 2lst instant
rAsrs were great reioicings on the occasion
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

CARD have removed my Law Once IN
II Alexandris, to my residence CO Wolfe street
d. S-2av&v FRANCIS L. SMITH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

The Legislature Of Georgia has passed a
law prohibiting the post mortem manum's-
sion Of slaves.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

The Washington correspondent Of the
n. York Journal Of Commerce says:-"The
House could be organized, at any time, un-
der conservative influences, if the Democrats
would consent to vote for Mr.. Gilmer, Of
North Carolina. The South American vote
proper, and the Democratic vote, would not
alone form majority; but Mr.. Gilmer could,
as he in fact did, obtain some anti-Lesomp'
ton and Peoples Party votes"
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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31
ALEXANDRIA,:
SATURDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 81, 1859
The members Of the Legislature Of Vir-

The members Of the Legislature Of Vir-
ginia who visited Norfolk during the holt
days." had pleasant time. They were
most kindly and Hospitality entertained
The party visited the Atlantic Hotel, where
Mr.. A. G. Newton had provided fine en-
tertainment in the shape Of egg-nog, cham
payne. fine oysters, and other delcacies Of
the season. Gov. Wise was present, and
seemed much pleased to meet his friends in
the Legislature. 10 response to many and
loud calls, he made brief but humorous
and telling speech. and was followed by
Lieutenant Governor Jackson. Various
members also spoke.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

Alfred Caldwell, tho Senator from the
Wheeling district, in this State, is one Of the
signers to a call for National Convention of
tho Republican Party" His course has
esused no little Indignation, under the cir
eumstances. Some propositions have been
made in the newspapers for harsh measures
against him. But the Richmond Wing
hopes that if he "aspires to the honor of
martyrdom," he will not be gratified.-
There is a way Of showing the estimation
in which his political course is held, without
violating law, or giving him what he wsuld
regard as a triumph.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

We learn from the Richmond Wing that
the appropriation made by the Richmond
Common Council, ito meet such extra ex-
penses Of the Medical College and Of Students
from the Southern States who have left or
shall leave the Medical Colleges Of Phlladel-
phia and New York, and determine to pur-
sue their studies for tine present session at
the Virginia Medical College in Richmond"
does not meet the appreciation OF the people
Of that city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

THOPPING AAES.-Just received supply Of
~ first quality Choppins Axes tr"ui 81 u : ms,
for sale by the boa or singly.
dec ~ JOHN 1. CREIGHTON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

nRY COWS--Pcr.ons having DRY COWS
- for sale. by leaving their names at Mr.
Chatham Stable, may meet with n purchaser.
VI. MASON.
Rn,. HILL Fairfax County. Va, dec l3--dt.IanI
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

4 PPLEs-2J hbl. Rhode Island Greenings,
n In store and for sale by
PENNYBACKER 1 PERRY BROS.
dee 20
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

CtERyANTS FOR HIRE FOR The YEAR
- ls6u.--A Country BLACKSMITH, about y
years ODD WOMAN, iir-trate Seaimstrcss. cook,
and dairy maid; a WOMAN, good plain cook,
washer aud ironcr: GIRL, useful servant.
VI. MASON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-12-31

NTOTICE.-Un the l.t Of January, our accounts
N will be made out and really tur delivery at
our desk-al tina, not called for that day will
then be i--ucd, and we hope all those indebted to
will promptly settle their bills
dec l9 ). 4 w MEYENBERG.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-06-15

WHY THE KING OF NAPLES IS CALLED BoMBA.
The name Bomba is often misinterpreted as
having some allusion to bembarcments. IL is
not so. In Italy, when you tell a man thing
which be knows to be false, or when he wishes
to convey TO you the idea of the utter worth
lessness Of anything or person. he pufs out his
cheek like bagpiper's in full blow, smites it
with his fore6nger, and allows the pent breath
To explode with the acclamation, ''Bomba.v
have witnessed the gesture and heard the sound.
Hence, after 1849, when regal oaths in the name
of the Most Holy Trinity were found to be as
worthless as beggar's in the name of Bacchus
or the Medonna when Ferdinand was perceived
70 be worthless liar. his quick-witted people
whispered his name. He was called King
Bomba, King Puficbeek, King Liar, King Knave.
The name and his character were then so much
iu harmony that it spread widely, and have
been so much in harmony ever since, that he
has retained it until now and will retain it, |
suppose, until be is bundled into his unhonored
grave.-Notes and Queries. lAtk kfIA
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-06-15

How TRooPs ARE RAISED IN EURoPE.-The
following paragraph, clipped from letter of
the foreign correspondent of the Philadelphia
Press, will give some idea of the manner in
which troops are raised in Europe
| recollect, when in Savoy, meeting troops
of young conscripts, many of whom were mere
lads, whose eyes we're red and swollen with the
bitterness of sundered ties. And the other day,
as went to Cannes, in the south of France, l
met numbers of the same class, some Of whom
had for the moment, drowned their sorrows in
drink, and were shouting with affected care
lessness. while many walked sad and detected
1t was touching to Sec by the roadside. moth
er and an old grandmother giving their last
fearful counsel to lad, whose dropping head
told of the smothered conflict within. How
painful are such sights They make one long
for the day when the "sword shall be beaten
into the pioughshare," and the nations shall
learn war no more.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-06-15
gtanI Mqtiess.

c,HERIFF's sALE.-By virtue OF an exccu-
- tios to me directed and issued out OF the Hon. Dis
trct Court of the 14th judicial District in and for the
county of Nevada and State Of California on judgment
rendered said Court the 18th day Of May A. D. 1852
in favor of MILES CREAMER and against Stephen Venard
Samuel Conne Waldo NJ Allen, Bishop Goodrich and
Joseph Chambers for the Of nine and thirty
eight dollars together with costs taxed at ythree dol
lars and fifty cents have levied upon and seized the
following described property to witt All the right title
and interest of the within named defendants Chambers
Goodrich of in and to certain town lot, situated on
Main street Nevada city. and State Of California; oppo
site the Metropolitan Theaer, and known Chambers
Goodrchs town lot also levied defendants interest
in another town lot building lot located at the foot of
Pine street. Nevada city and adjoining the Pine street
bridge also, levied upon the defendants interest in and
TO the brick building Broad street. Nevada city, and
occupied at present by Messrs. Cashn Coey bntch
shop.
Notice is hereby given that viii expose for sale at pub
lie sale to the highest bidder for cash. TUESDAY the
2st day of June A. D. 1852 in front Of the Court House
door between the hours of 10 O'Clock A. NJ and O'Clock
r. NJ all the above described property, to satisfy the
above demands and accruing costs. sga.....a
Giveu under my hand this May 31st. A. d. 1859. a. u
.Ea S. W. BORING. Sheriff N. c.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-06-15
Athletic sports.

Athletic sports and exercises, for whole
generation past, have gone too much lnto dis
use. Our youth lack muscle, vigor aud strength.
A puny race of youth are growing up with
spindle shanks broom-stick arms and sunken
chests. Scarcely one of our young men OF the
present day could run spirit race OF forty rods
without getting the heaves for life, or jump six
feet on level, without. wrenching himself ter
ribly. Spirit and courage are not lacking, but
il would all be ineffective in the hour of trial
for want of muscle and good wind. The too
prevalent bodily weakness among the men OF
our times predisposes to disease and early decay.
The mind is apt to share the frailty of the body
and little old young men, already fallen into
"the sere and yellow leaf" at time of life
when they ought to be in the prime and glo-
rious strength of manhood, are necessary
consequence.
In this free, open, unfenced country in this
land of spread eagles aud fourth of Julys, the
native American ought to be the most vigorous
and athletic men in the world. Let them play
cricket then, and wrestle and pitch quOits and
run races and fence and ride horseback and
skate; and let the girls practice archery and
battledoor and riding and skating and dancing.
Nothing is better than dancing if not carried
too far into the ''small hours" 1t is a natural
and delightful exercise and has been practiced
by all nations since the world began. Under
the exhilerating stimulous of music, every fiber
of the body comes gracefully and joyously
into play in the saltatory art, and scarcely
wearied with hours of hearty exertion. Dane
ing is vastly more agreeable and healthful to
take than blisters and teaches and pills. He
who decres this heahhful and innocent exer-
else would switch grey squirrel for his nimble
antics, aud be angry at the bobolink because
he don't sing psalms instead Of his merry, mad
roundelay.
While the world is alive let us be alive with
it. When the spring season and the genial sun
calls out all the beauties and gaities of ami
mated nature, let us not annul her DEGREES and
veil ourselves in sackcloth and sprinkle our
heads with the ashes of misery and despair I;
but with gratitude to God for all his benefits
let us enjoy them while we may, heartily and
thankfully.
The Nevada Democrat., 1859-06-15

the I4th Judicial IstTict OF the otate OF LaIIOrnlh
In the matter of the Petition of MORRIS R0SENHEIN
An Insolvent Debtor ElFrsf I'D .r
Pursuant to n order of the Hon Niles Sears Judge of
the said District Court notice is hereby given to all the
creditors said nsoven NJ Rosenheim to be and appear
before the Hon. Niles Searls aforesaid in open Court at
the Court Room said Court in the City and County of
Nevada on the 18th day Of July A. d. 1852 at 10 o'clock
A. NJ Of that day then and there to show cause, If any
they can why the prayer Of said nsovent should not be
granted and an assignment of his estate be made and he
be discharged from his debts and liabilities in pursuance
of Statute in such made and provided and in the
meantime, all proceedings against said nsolyent be
(~@1 Witness my hand and the Seal Of said
! seal Court this 7th day of June A. H. 1850
l~e~D Dfestt. RUFUS SHOEMAKER Clerk
BY Jos. RoBERIs Jr. Deputy.
Thomas P. Hawley Atty for Petitioner. 365w