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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04
Cheap and Rapid Travelling in Europe.

\ correspondent of the New York Express
gives the following information for the bene-
fit Of those who wish to count the cost OF
money and time before starting on a Euro
pcan tour:
'MARsElLLrs, May lS59.-Ihave now made
the whole circuit of the great Mediterranean
coast, in about three months from Florence
where | made a long stop, and in four months
from Paris, and | have visited every primer
pal place on the Asiatic and European sides
with three long and hard stretches INTO the
interior, as You have seen. line Journey nas
been rapid, laboriOu,, at times trying ana l
have worked very hard; but my health never
was better, and lnever was capable OF en-
during more %fatigne. Exposure only tough
a man, ! see. and the more he does the more
ne can 10. lhaye faithfully visited everything
| thought worth visiting, and have spared
neither time nor expense for profit ana III
struction. | have travelled altogether too last
and ! would advise those who have ume I"
take two wears to do what | have been DONG III
three or four moths. My expenses from Par
isl name them only rs Il guide TO young
men who NAV have such a Journey IN lew
have been for two of US about S2,"op; and
| have not missed a comfort money could my,
nor a rational enjoyment, may add. Inc
very best places have been paid for III All the
public conveyance,. and the best hotels nave
been invariably selected-the best generally
being everywhere the cheapest, The jour
ney can be well made by two young men Tor
$1,000, or less, iftraycllerS know cTen a Int,
tie of three languages-Frcnch, Italian and
Spanish. Steamboats,, as you have seen, now
line the whole coast of the Mediterranean
on all sides. In Egypt and Spain now there
are son useful railroads, and soon there Will
besome in Turkey. The "war," OF course
interrupts everything inst now, and tor the
time will drive off Lloyd's, the Austrian line.
These steam conveyances alone enable one
to move as | have moved. and 10 do 50 much
in 90 short q timn
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04
News from Mexico.

Latest letters from the capital represent a
frighttul state of things there-almost a civil
war among the inhabitants growing out OF
the quarrel between Miramon and Zuloago:
The former had even threatened the arrest OF
his old confederate, and was only prevented
from putting the threat into execution by the
interference of the diplomatic corps.
Another writer. abiding to the Santa An
ma movement, says that, if hard pressed, MI.
ramon will openly pronounce for the Old chief,
tain, thinking by the aid OF the powerful
name and friends of the latter, to keep him
self in power.
The private claims of British subjects IN
Mexico, recently called for by the Minister,
Mr.. Otway, had already amounted to ST.
600, 900: and against that gentleman's con-
duct during the fearful massacre at Tacnbaya
his countrymen resident in the capital had
made the strongest remOnstrances.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04
Danger in going TO Europe.

Most of the European nations are prepar-
ing for the conflict. or for an armed neutrall-
ty. which is equivalent To it, 50 far rs the az
grcgaJr of troops which they will be forced
10 keep i'm readiness is concerned. In Ger
many. not only are the federal contingents
being called out. but the reScrvesupon which
each State relies rs its war COMPLEMENT
The effect of this il of course to withdraw
from the different branches of industry all
the able bodied men. and to close one after
another the great manufacturing establish
ments which are dependent upon cheap labor
for their profits. Under such circumstances
it is not to be supposed that the German gov
crmueuts will be ScrupulUus about exercls-
inc the rights which the law gives them over
such of their expatriatcd subjects as may be
tempted 10 place themselves within their
reach. Every German owes 10 the State seven
wears of military service, and therefore those
who have not served this period, will, If they
venture 10 return TO the "tatherland," be
compelled 70 render to Cesar that which is
his due. 1t will BIZ in vain for them to plead
their exemption as naturalizcd American
citizens, for what their governments are
slow to couccdc in time of peace, they arc
less likely to recognise during Il period Of
public danger. But few Germans will, there
fore, we think, be tempted to visit their ma
tive soil til, summer unless, indeed, ardent
devotion to the interests ofdespotism should
prevail over their republican associatlons-a
result which is hardly to be expected
Amongst the French there will be an equal
reluctance, since the publication Of the letter
nr zen. CaSs. 10 incur the risk Of forced mill
tary srryicc.-.Ngw York HeTaid.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04
The Yacht America,

4 fact is stated in the Spirit Of the Times
which goes To show that the popular praises
If the yacht America have been somewhat
"xtrava"ant. That vessel was built by Geo.
Steers Tor Commodore Stevens, Of ilobokcn,
with ia" understanding that it would beat
the Maria, which feat it did not on trial nc.
comrli.h, the Maria proving to DO the hest
sailor. The world is not, therefore, gene
rally aware that, while the American boat
beat the English fleet. the achievement was
accomplished by a.yacht Of second-rate speed
compared with the Maria, whose performan-
rr, are still unriyallei.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04
Honor for the Defeated Candidates.

\ gentleman in this city, who has been
h">ltating for more than Il month a. 10 what
he should name his first born son, has deer
dcd 10 have him chri-tened William l.. Cog
gin. \ gentleman in Chesterfield, whose
live stock has been recently increased by
the addition Of a very fine young member
Of the bovine species. has dubbed him "B"t-
,t6ri," in honor Of Mr.. uoggin's native coun-
ty: and an old lady in DinwIddie who ,ympa-
thi,ed deeply with the Opposition candidates
Oh the State ticket, declares that III" Will
name her next son Goggin Wiley Preston.
So these gentlemen will have the pleasure Of
seeing their names perpetuatcd, il they 10
not enjoy the honors Of ofice.-PsipSbUy
ErDresS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04
Eauauiar County Items.

Gov. SMIrH.-The Democrats and friend,
Of Gov. Smith. in and near Warren
ton, serenaded him on Saturday night. in
congratulation upon his. reelection L. Con.
gress. Gov. Smith warmly returned h.,
thanks. a toast was drunk by one the parry
proposing Gov. Smith for the next Prcsiirn.
cy, which was heartily responded to by all
present. On their return Ia town, the Com.
pany called at the residences otJno. q. Beck.
ham and VIM. II. Gaines. esqS.. and were
handsomely entertained 10y those gentlemen.
RsGIMg>TAL MUSTER Last week our town
presented quite a Military aspect. The
training of the officers of the nth and Sjth
regiments occupied three days, Monday,
Tuesday and Wednesday. DR.. Mayo, Brig
AIDE Inspector, was present. He is a capital
officer. The regimcntal muster Of the +lth
regiment took place at Salem on Friday that
of the Sjth regiment, at Germantown, on
Saturday.
New Law FIRN.-Gov. Smith has formed
a partnership with his son. u. Bell Smllh.
with n view of pursuing the legal protcSsiou
in this and the adjoining counties. TIL"
Governor having determined 10 return, III %
measure, 10 the practice ot the Law. he meets
no words of recommendation AT our hands. Ills
son graduated AT the University ot Virginia
one year ago, with the highest honorS, and
for one of his age has exhibited talents AMI
genius of the highest order.
FAIRS.-Last week and this have been
truly a season Of Fairs or Festivals with SOM,
of our citizens. The Ladies connected with
the Southern Methodist Church III this place
held one last week. i'll the basement OF their
Church, which WAS continued for several
evenings; those of the Episcopal Church held
one on Monday and Tuesday evenings ofthi,
week--whilst that gotten up by the Ladic,
belonging to the VI. f.. Church is now pro
gressingand wchope literally encouraged.
To SrRASGERs.-As The season of the year
is approaching for persons from the cltIe, AMI
lowiands to seek some quiet, healthy sui
pleasant place where they can %sojourn torthe
Summer, we unhesitatingly recommend t.
such, the Warren Green Hotel, " Of this place.
This Hotel has for years been the resort otthe
pleaSureseeker. and It's present worthy pro,
prictor. Henry h.. Carter. will at all times be-
found ready 10 minister to the comfort Of hs
guests with an unsparing hand. The society
of Warrenton is sociablc and refined, whilst
the location and country around is one Of the
most healthy, beautiful and romantic THAT the
Sun ever shown upon. 1t j., too, only "A
miles from the Warrenton Springs. a plra-am'
morning or evening drive Hurys,ou r1,g
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

GryL. Scorr AND THE EUROPEAN WAR
A very silly paragraph is going the rounds
of some of the papers, says the New York
EXPRESS. and has found its way into our own
that Genl. Scott had bet 500 bottles of cham
payne that Louis Napoleon would never re-
enter France alive. The opinion and the
bet both surprised General Scott exceeding
". and he regrets that any friend or enemy
sbonld have taken such liberties with his
name. Both statements are absurd and rldlcu-
lous,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

Deputy United States Marshal jenkins,
arrested on Friday, a man named Washing
ton Taylor, alias Peter Taylor, near Tonga
coming, New Jersey, on the charge of max
ing and passing counterfeit half dollars OF
the United States coin. Taylor lived in q
farm house, and owns two large farms ADA
cent to each other. On searching the premi-
ses the officers discovered one Of the most
complete and extensive note counterfeiting
establishments in the country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The President has issued a proclamation
for the sale of certain of the public lands in
the northwestern portion of Iowa, which
will doubtless attract much attention from
purchasers of the public domain. The land
to be sold lies upon the head waters of the
Des Moines river and its tributaries, aud Is
represented to the General Land Once as
excellent farming land, we'll timbered' ana
amply proyided with water.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04
FRONTS.
NOR cont of the income.

Or ga per cent. Of The ln""me.
The whole number of passengers over the
road was 7O,24i, Of which 1852 We're
through, and 43, 4S2 were local and way pas
sengers. The receipts for passenger fare
show an increase over the previous year OF
50. los. 0j. .
The following officers were elected unanl-
mously: Peter V. Daniel. jr., President:
Richard Barton %IIaxall, Chas. Ellis. and
DIR. Charles Il. Mills, Directors.
DiSu1kCH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04
NEW HAT STORE.
TEMPLE Of FASHION,

No. 100. kING-STREFr.
TIIE UNDERSIGNED bog leave 10 inform the
citizen of Alexandria and vicinity, that they
will open -. IN",ordog, lJmnc ih.l the Store, No.
los. King street. opposite the Marshall House,
where they intend Keeping Il general assortment Of
GOODS. embracing all the different styles and
Iunliric- usually found in a Gr-' cioss STORE,
and hope Ly -irict attention to business. to merit
a share Of public patronage.
GREENWOOD & CO.,
Temple Of Fashion, No. los, King-st.
my aim
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

Our advertising friends should take the
following into consideration:--"A French
editor gives the following amusing description
of the effect of an advertisement: The first
time a man sees an advertisement be takes no
notice of it: the second time he looks at the
name; the third time he looks at the price;
the fourth time he reads it; the fifth time he
speaks of it to his wife; the sixth time he
buys"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

President Buchanan, accompanied by Sec
rotary Thompson, arrived at Raleigh, n. c.,
on Tuesday. A large crowd of persons-at
least two thousand-asscmblcd to witness the
arrival. The distinguished visitor was salu-
ted with a discharge of cannon, and an ad-
dress of welcome was made by Hon. D. NJ.
Barringer, to which President Buchanan and
Mr.. Thompson replied.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The Post Office Department has issued a
Circular to Post Masters, in relation to dead
letters" and directs postmasters to be espe-
cially vigilant that no letter escape delivery
for the want of the most minute attention.
The practice of separating the advertised
letters from those in the general delivery,
and requiring a special inquiry to be made
for them, is discountcnanced. The necessi-
ties of the public are deemed of far more I'M
portsnce than the convenience of officers APP
pointed to serve the public, and no labor lr-
quired to insure a full and sure delivery OF
letters is to be deemed unnecessary. The de-
partment, also, invite suggestions from post
masters in relation to the disposal eft dead let
tiers, as we'll as to their reduction.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The Wings and many of the Democrats
in Mr.. Boteler's district" are e~xultant at
their recent triumph. They have succeeded
in electing an able, eloquent man, who will
do his duty as a Representative in Congress-
faithfully and honorably.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The New York Courier and Enquirer esti-
mates that the coming crop of wheat will
not be less than two hundred million bush
els, or fifty millions more than the yield OF
last year, while an unusually large breadth
of land has been seeded in corn, which at
present is very forward, with every prospect
Of q good crop.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

1t is stated that the board of army engi-
necrs sent by government to inspect the
bridge at Rock Island, Illinois, have pro
nounced it an impeachment to navigation, and
recommend its removal as applied for by the
st. Louis Chamber of Commerce.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The Washington States says of the |lr-
einia Election:-"We regard the result OF
the ~gubernatorial election in Virginia as hav-
ing virtually opened the Presidential cam
paign of 1860. We confess we are painfully
surprised by that result. We confidently
calculated that Mr.. Letcher would receive Al
majority of from ten to twenty thousand
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The United States Pension Office issued
during the month of May, one hundred and
f~orty-six land warrants under the provisions
of the %bounty-land act of 1855. OF these,
3S6 were for 100 acres of public land, SO for
100 acres, "a for so acres, and | for 60 acres.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04
Richmond and Petersburg Railroad.

The annual meeting Of the stockholders OF
the Richmond and Petersburg R. X: Co., was
held at the Office of the company on Tuesday.
The reports of the President and Supermten-
dent show the operations for the year ending
April Goth, to have been as follows;
Receipts. ~
orJ;n,rv Eyncnse 1886 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The Washington correspondent of the
Charleston Mercury, says:--"Before MIR.
Buchanan's Administration closes, ] expect
to see the State Rights party, and nearly the
whole Southern press, opposed to it. have
good authority, also, for saying, that serious
differences upon matters of principle, as well
as policy, have disturbed the harmony of the
Cabinet"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The New York Courier, thinks that what
ever may be the course of events in Europe.
and no matter what nations there may be
involved in the struggle, there is not the
slightest danger of our being forced into a
position which will render us a party to the
war. England looks to us to save her from
the possible consequence of that war, if she
should become Il party to it: while France
and Russia. would not dream of doing ought
which would possibly force us into a position
hostile to them. We have but to pursue the
even tenor of cur way, to reap as a nation,
the sole benefit of this upheaving amid
the political elements of Europe. In no
contingency, can we become sufferers from
this war, while it cannot fail to add largely
to our commerce., and materially to benefit
our agriculture in every branch of trade,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

A protest, signed by many Of the wealth
lest and most esteemed citizens and tax-pay-
ers of Pittsburg and Allegheny county, Pa,
against reputation, appears in the Pittsburg
papers. They disavow all past proceedings
n favor of reputation, and express great
anxiety to counterfeit their disastrous inlu-
ence. Most of the great iron and manufac-
turing firms have signed the paper.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The Navy Department has received a letter
from Capt. Farragut, of the United States
ship Brooklyn, dated May Dist, in which he
says that Mr.. McLane, our Minister in Mex
leo, being DESTROYS of having a ship at Tam
pico in anticipation of an attack ON that
place by the Miramon party, he shall direct
Commander Turner to proceed thither imme-
diately, with orders to land a force of ma
rines and others, if necessary, for the pro-
lection of the American Consulate and such
other citizens as may seek his protection; and
in the event of of the town being carried by
assault, to require of the Commanding Gen
eral the assurance of protection to them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The desires and efforts of the Abolitionists
in Ohio, to make a disturbance, and resist
the laws, in reference to the Oberlin slave
rescucrs. have, So far, been happily frustra-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The number of eniigrants arrived at New
York during the past week was 1854, making
the total since December of27 ,343. The gen
eral war in Europe will restrain such emf
grants as are needed for active service, and
lessen very materially the migration from
this country during the continuance OF strife.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal is doing
a heavy business, and more boats have arri-
we'd with coal at Georgetown than there are
vessels to transport it to market. There will
be a meeting of the Board of Directors on
Tuesday next. at the City Hall, in Washing
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

Accounts from all sections of the country
represent the wheat crop as promising
great abundance, unless joint-worms and
hail-storms commit more than ordinary havoc.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

BoUQuETS P~RESENTED.-Mr. o. W. HUNT,
the Delegate elect for this county, VA, the
fortunate recipient of several very handsome
BoWguets on Friday last. The one sent him
on Friday evening was composed Of Flora
choicest beauties, and they were arranged
with the consummate skill and exquisite taste
for which the parties who sent it are proven
bal. We can assure the ladies that their
kindness will long be held in grateful remem-
brance by Mr.. Huntt.-Fuirtar Nsws.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The Liverpool Post publishes what it calls
reliable information, to the effect that the
passage of the Ticino by the French will be
the signal for a European alliance against
France, and that the Austrian troops will
thereupon march on Paris. This is all, OF
course, without any foundation in truth.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The Boston papers are full of the accounts
of the Banquet to Paul Morphy," the
speeches on the occasion, &c. The Paul
Morphy business is a little cover done"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The English Parliamentary elections have
been concluded. The ministerial gain is set
down at %.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

A letter from Camp, near Arkansas, dated
May l4th, lS59-informs the friends Of
Lieut.. Lee, who was recently wounded in an
engagement with the Camanche Indians, that
he Lieut.. Fitzhugh Lee, son of Captain S. S.
Lee, U. S. ~, was shot with an arrow whilst
gallantly leading in the thickest ofthe fight,
and though severely wounded, is regarded by
the Surgeon as not in danger.
The letter adds that the detachment will
return by slow marches to its post.
Forty-nine Camanche Indians were killed,
and thirty-six ofthem taken prisoners. in this
engagement.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

At Portland, Me-, June2, Il large sugar
importing house suspended in consequence
of recent severe losses.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

THE STRONGEST Man IN THE WoRIn'
PRoSTRATED.--Dr. George Il. WInShip, 81!
to be a man of extraordinary physical pow
ers, made two attempts in Boston the other
evening to lecture for the first time. before
an audience, but on each occasion became
50 tremulous and faint rs 10 be- compelled O.
take his seat, after u~ttering a few words
This strong man, who. before the public
gaze, became rs weak almost rs an infant,
is thus described by the Atlas:
ale is - years Of age, five feet seven inch.
es in height, and weigh. lD pounds. II"
graduated ut Cambridge five years ago
lie can raise a barrel of flour from the floor
on to his shoulders; can raise himself with
either little finger till his chin is half u foot
above it: can raise two hundred pounds with
either little finger; can put up a dumb-hc.I
of al pounds; exercises daily with two
dumb-bells weighing loo pounds each, which
he can raise alternately above his head; can
lift with the hands 926 pounds dead weight,
without tho aid Of straps or belts ot any
kind. Tophnm, the strongest man i'll Eng
land, could raise only 500 pounds in III"
same way, and the celebrated Belgian giant
could lift only 500"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The Petersburg Press says that the rust is
making sad havoc with the wheat in Prince
George.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

We continue to receive accounts of recent
violent hail storms.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

The manufacturers Of New England have
decided to hold a great sale of their fabrics
at Faneuil Hall, Boston, during the second
week in July.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

1t is thought that the European steamers to-
dav will take out nearly twomillionsin specie.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-06-04

An amusing scene recently took place ~
the police court in Philadelphia. \ sailor.
accused ofbrraking acoticc-housc proprietor
nose, in a fight, offered IN palliatiom Wei,
YOU honor, all I've got To say il, that Nj
Baum's nose was broke before. | hit hlm,
and | own it. But ! think, Mr.. Judge, that
Mr.. Baum looks the better for the operation
Before | hit him, his noise pointed to thelett
A. | knocked it to the right, | leave 1t to auy.
body that ever know'd him atorc, to say II
his looks amt improved by the chang" Il
Mr.. Baum says his nose waH'st broke ai"ie
| plugged him, then | gives up, and saysn'
more. But if he does-and ] know he'-a
man of his word then | asks this court nj
to be too hard upon Il poor sailor. wa
drunk at the time, your honor, or would
not have struck him"