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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08
Fillibustering.

| 1t appears from documents communicated
! to Congress in response to Il resolution OF the
| House, that correspondence between the
! Secretary of the Treasury and the collector
of Mobile has been in progress since the
/ month Of April last. relative to the Nicara-
| guam fliihustcrs The fact is apparent that
/ much was left tn the discretion of the colIec-
tor in the matter of granting or Withholding
! licenses to suspicious vessels, but where
/ doubts existed in his mind they were removed
| by official instructions. In response to the
/ collectors inquiry as to what should be- done
with the returned shipwrcckcd flIibuStcrs,
the Secretary telegraphed, on the 18th inst.
, that the principals should be presented. and
desired the collector to furnish him with a
| list of the names of those who arrived in the
! British vessel.
The Secretary Of the Navy has also trans
mittcd documents to the House in answer to
II resolution calling for copies Of instructions
given To- Com. Mcintosh. in which that officer
WAS informed that citizens of the United
States have the right to expatrlatc themselves
and become citizens of any country willing
t. receive them, but have no right to make
that Il cloak for warlkc expeditions He
was directed not IN seize any vessel or act on
mere suspicion. while he is reminded that the
President regards Com Pauiling's seizure Of
Walker and his followers a. II gross error
He is coun>clled not 10 interfere on land or in
any harbor for the purpose Of arrcsting any
filibuot"ring expedition set on foot in the
United States contrary to the acts of Com
gresS, but on the other hand to protect the
persons and property Of our citizens engaged
in lawful business against all illegal acts of
violence or oppression, to the full extent Of
his power.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The New Haven Journal says: I'VE are
requested to say that a statement made in the
Hartford Times, and copied into other pa
pcrs, respecting the will of the Hon. II. l..
Ellsworth, is premature. The will has not
been approved or offered for probate. No
direct legacy has been made to Yale College.
Whatever Of this kind exists is reSiduayy,
and is contingent on the settlement of an es-
tate lying to IA great extent in wild lands
Hence no just estimate can be put on the
value; and the one given in the Times is GER
tainlv very great exaggeration."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Turin journals relate strange affair
the condemnation to death, by the Court
of Appeals of that city, Of certain Baron
Profumo on the charge of having attempted,
last Christmas. to poison, by means OF bon
bons. French gentleman named liinardd,
who had been sent from Paris to supersede
him, on account of certain irregularities OF
his as manager of the Credit Moblier.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Grand Lodge Of England, at the head
of which is the Earl of Zetland, has recently
recognized the Independent Grand Lodge of
Canada as supreme Masonic power. Col.
William Mercer Wilson, of Simcoe, is the
Grand Master of this body.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

RECEPTION AT THE EXECUTIVE MANSION
There will be morning reception at the ES-
ecutive Mansion on this day, Saturday
commencing at one o'clock, and on every sue
ceeding Saturday, during the season,
The evening receptions will commence on
Tuesday next at eight o'clock, and will take
place ON each alternate Tuesday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Boston Courier, one of the ablest pa
pers of the country, rcpcls the allegation of
the New York Journal of Commerce, that
the Wings at the North propose to ''become
merged in the organization which recognizes
VIM. III. Seward rs its master spirit and
loader !"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Washington States continues to come
down hot and heavy upon the Agricultural
Convocation. An attempt was made in the
House of Representatives on Thursday, to
get in resolution of inquiry as to how it
was called, who pays the expenses, &C., &c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

1t is now said that even if the Democratic
majorities in Congress should modify the Ia
riff to an extent which they have not thus far
contemplated, the operations of the Treasury.
with the present receipts, cannot be conducted
without temporary relief. The bids for the re-
naming ten millions of the last loan will not
be opened for three weeks. and the payments
under the advertisement of the Secretary will
not be completed before the middle of March,
Meantime, the expenditures are going on at
the usual rate, while the income maintains
only tardy and unequal pace. Since Isl.
the Treasury has not been in so Strengthened
q condition
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Richmond Examiner urges that there
have been "dissenSion> and factions which
have for two years past, diminished the in
huence and contributed to dSorganise the
Democratic party in this State'-:nd asserts
that this is to he attributed entirely to the
''eagerness of the Virginia Democracy to Sc
cure for some distinguished statesman Of Nlr-
ginia the nomination of the National Democ
racy at the Charleston Conventon.'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

Late accounts from Cape Town, in Africa,
say that the frontier papers are filled with
terrible accounts of outrages committed by
roaming Kaffrs. They murder and plumber
indiscrminately everything that comes in
their way, regardless of consequences. The
losses already sustained from these depreda-
tions are very serious. Cotton seed had been
received from India, and was to be distributed
among the coloniSts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

One of the officers of the New York Man
haitian Gas Company states that on the even
ing before New Years, three millions seven
hundred thousand cubic feet of gas were sent
out to illuminate the city, being more, by
half q million of cubic feet than had ever
been sent out on any previous evening.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

Queen Victoria's titles and dignties are
thus set forth in her recent Indian procama-
ton, the parts italiciscd being used for the
first time: Victoria by the Grace Of God of
the United Kingdom of Great Britain and
Ireland, and Of the Co'o"icS md DcIe"dem-
cieS MereoE in E"rope, Asia. .l!tric". .imeri-
ca. 1uxraiia. Queen, Defender of the Faith "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Governor of Pennsylvania in his mes
sage, takes ground i'll favor of popular SOW
ereignty," and can never subscribe to the
theory of Congressional Intervention in the
$orr;tnries
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Front Royal Gazette says:-"Wc have
examined a large quantity of specimens of
copper, recently taken from vein of copper
ore discovered by our townsman, Jas. /.
Hope. esq. and developed by Mr.. W. W. &.
Oliver, of Washington City. Several emf
nent biologists have examined specimens and
given highly favorable reports, and III their
opinion this promises to be one OF the most
productive mines in the country"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

Gov Causey, of Delaware, in his message
to the Legislature. favors IL protective tariff.
lie enters into long argument on the subject
of banks and the tariff. and recommends that
the Senators and Representatives from that
State. in Congress, lie instructed by the Leg
iSlature to use their influence to restore the
tariff of lS42. He thinks this will be the on
" means of obviating return of the financial
crisis which did such serious injury to the
entire country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Maryland Court of Appeals has deci-
ded that the City Of Baltimore has no power
to tax, for municipal purposes, vessels duly
registered in and sailing out of the port Of
Baltimore, owned by bond .f,le and actual
residents of the county. but having their
place Of business in the city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Florida Legislature has repealed the
law providing for the incarceration OF free
colored sailors while their vessels are in port.
South Carolina, we believe, is now the only
State that has such an enactment on her
statute hook
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

Lieut.. Doyle has been ordered to the
BROOKLYN. This is the first appointment
from the naval officers restored to the active
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

Mr. IvERsoN, of Georgia, made speech
in the Senate, on Thursday, on the Pacific
Rail Road bill, in which he introduced topics
connected with the politics of the country
He said that more than threc-fourths of the
money and land expended by the government
had been devoted to the free States of the
North and Northwest. If either section
should have the advantage it should be the
weakeron one. lie complained of the constant
aggressions of the North, and believed that the
time would come when the slave States
would be compelled, in vindication of their
rights interests and honor, to separate from
the free States and form another confederacy
He was not sure that that time was not
very near at hand. Looking ut the signs of
the times, he saw nothing promising. The
election of Senator Douglas was not a victory
of sound democracy, but victory of free-soil
democracy over abolitionized whiggery, and
as far az ne was concerned he would not give
a copper for the difference. So far as the
South and her constitutional rights were con-
cerned, it was a victory over her and them.
He further alluded to the increasing sentiment
of abolitionism at the North, and believed if
the question was left to the decision of Geor-
gia, she would decide in favor of separation.
He did not mean to say the vote would be
unanimous, because some there would still
want to temporize. They would endeavor to
conciliate the North by building for her Pa
ci6c railroad, by giving hera protective tariff.
by improving her rivers and harborS, and by
giving her out of the public crib, until, vul-
ture ike she would vomit in our faces. Per
haps then she would be willing to let us and
our negroes alone.
Mr.. Iverson further debated the bill. OPP
posing it, on the ground that the route select
ed would not be through the South, and NOV
ed to recommit, with instructions to report Il
bill for two roads-one North and one South.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Chemical Bank of New York has
just declared dividend of six per cent. on
the last quarter, being at the rate Of twenty
four per cent per annum. This Bank was
the only one in New York which refused to
suspend specie payments during the panic Of
81, and which paid promptly all specie de
mands upon it during that period. We OBJ
serve, however, that the dividends generally
declared on the lst. in New York city, are
large, and show thrifty condition Of Bank
Ing and Insurance Companies.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

There were 70 marriage licenses issued in
Jefferson County, Va, last year. In Orange
County, 80. In Prince George County, Nd
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The common-school system of New York
seems to be growing into disfavor in that city,
because of its enormous expense. The may
or, in his message, says the expenses Of the
school board have been increasing every
year since 1850 in a degree disproportionate
to the increased wants of the community.
and he contends that, under less complex
system than the present, the children of the
city could receive as good an education ut. n
considerable reduction Of the expense.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

Some English physicians strongly recon- recon-
mend sezqui-carbonate of ammonia as REM
edy LOT Scarlet fever
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

A young man, protesting to be Con
verted Catholic" and the son of Il wealthy
gentleman in Montreal. who had therefore
been turned out of doors by his indignant
parent! has been playing the confidence
game" on several Protestant clergymen in
Rochester. lie was made to figure extern
sively at ecclesiastical assemblages: and,
after making sundry forays into their peck
cts, he dccamped, leaving the Rev. Mr.. FL
lenwood to pay heavy hotel bill, for which
he had become responsible. and an elaborate
string of certificates of good character in his
own pocket.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

ID Y. CROSS. having purchased the entire stock
II. of Cross. Lugcnbccl & Co., respectfully an
nominees to his friends and the public generally that
he intends to conduct the BOOT AND SHOE
BUSINESS. in all its branches. and hopes, from
the care and attention to the work turned out of his
establishment. to receive heretofore full share
of the public patronage. call is solicited at No.
Il king-strcct. Jan l-co2w
n ISSOLUTION.-The partnership heretofore
- existing in the name of BRYAN, ADAMS d
co.. has this LAY been dissolved. by mutual con
sent. Either partner i. authorized to sign the name
of thc firm in settlement. GEO. BRYAN,
SAM'L. X. ADAMS,
jan l-co3w ID. :. GREGORY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Port Tobacco Times says that young
man named Robert Poscy, living in that Sec
ton Of Charles County. Nd, called Picca-
waxen, met with fatal accident on the 29th
ult, by the careless handling Of a gun. He
had gone out in small boat to shoot duck,
and on his return to the shore took hold Of
the gun by the muzzlc, and while drawing
it towards him, the hammer of the lock was
caught in some way by a seat of the boat,
causing the caps to explode. 1t was dou-
ble-barreled gun, both loads of which enter
ed the right side of the unfortunate man and
caused instant death. lie was Il son Of the
late Hanson Posey.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

This day is the anniversary of the glorious
Victory at New Orleans, II
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08
The Richmond Wing says:-"lf we Il

The Richmond Wing says:-"lf we have
IA numerously attended and enthusiastic Con-
vcntion on the 10th of next month, the move
mcnt so auspiciously inaugurated in this State
will be taken up by our Opposition friends in
all the States and carried on to triumphant
success. In short. there will be Immediately
begun, all over the Union, an efficient organ-
cation of the Opposition elements, with a view
to the Presidential campaign Of next year.
And is not this latter IN object worthy Of the
exertions of conservative men and patriots
everywhere"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

The Mount Vernon Fund is fortunate.-
Mr.. Railway, who glories in ALTERATION and
ready relief" proposes trial of his various
pills and potions, renovators and resolvents,
against any medical curative means known to
the faculty, regular or irregular. In case he
should be worsted in the test he pledges
himself to place the sum of twenty-five thou
sand dollars to the credit of the Mount YER
non Fund. The next thing to find out is
who will become the subject Of the tests in
this dread struggle; they would certainly be
the most selfsacriticing parties concerned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08


A distinguished Wing from State south
Of Virginia, writing to us, says-"All con-
seryative, national men should be delighted
at the exertions that are being made, from a
sense of duty and patriotism, to have q Con-
vention at Richmond, on the 10th of Febru-
airy, which will contrast i'll every sense, with
the late Democratic Convention at Peters
burg. If they are successful, and there
should be such Convention rs | anticipate,
and as the Wings and Americans of the State
have it in their power to form, it will go far,
l believe not only to re-organize great
national party in the South but throughout
the Union. For myself, l wish that all the
true conservative men of the Commonwealth,
who are now satisfied that the Democratic
rule, both State and National, should be chang
ed, could assemble and consult together for
the good of Virginia and the Country. Vir-
ginia is the great Southern State. Her exam
pie and influence have much weight every
where. l sincerely hope, therefore, that all
the counties and towns in the State will sec
to it, that they are fully and largely repre-
sented at Richmond, and that meetings of the
people will be held in every county for that
purpose. Let the ball be set in motion in
Virginia, and it will roll on. do not des-
pair of the future, if the proper efforts are
made. We may yet live to see the ship of
State upon the right tack, manned by good
officers, and pursuing prosperous voyage,
unassailed by the storms of Black Republi-
canism and unimpeded by the bad manage
ment of the leaders of the present dominant
Darty0
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

We have received files of Bermuda papers
to the 18th ult. .....
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

SPLENDID PIANO.-Cai and hear the splcn-
- did Piano from William knabc 4 Co.'S cclchra-
ed Factory. on Exhibition at the New Music
Store. No. :. Exchange Block. Others of the
me make will be in store shortly Of different pri-
,cs. jan 1 b. +. DENNIS.
- EGARS.-The ,uh-rrber continues TO mauuiac-
- ture SCARS. from every choice grade of i'm
ported Leaf Tobacco. Order respectfully .oici-
ted EDWIN C. BROUN.
No. - Madison street.
Middlchurg, Va. oct ls-eo%m
N0OL purchased by
w je26 DANIEL +. HU0E.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

~ have this lay formed a CO. partnership, in the
name of BRYAN Il ADAMS, aud having purcha.
sed the stock of Goods belonging to Bryan, Adams
4 Co., respectfully TO the public that they
have in store a desirable assortment of scasonable
DRY GOODS. which they offer for cash or to
yrogyt d.,,icrs az low rates. Jun l-eo3w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08
One of the most distinguished beauties of

One of the most distinguished beauties of
English society has been prcmatureiy snatch
cd away by death within the last MONTH
Lady Clcmcntina Villier<, the second daugh-
ter of the Earl of Jersey, says a London let
ter, has been for several years the most adj
mired and sought after ofthe daughters of the
aristocracy. The greatestfortunes. and some
of the greatest titles in the United Kingdom,
have been at her feet: but she retained her
inhexible resolution not to accept any of them.
Her affections were said to have been early
won by clergyman, who was not an accept
able son-in-law To the old Earl, So the mar
riage was prevented, and Clementina, poor
girl, has at length succumbed to the effect
upon her system ola stern parents cruelty.
The clergyman ''still lives"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

TNOR SALE.-A negro MAN, about forty years
u old. first rate farm hand, and no better
ploughman. WAGNER cartnan, or hand with
horses in the State--rathcr old for the southern
market and will be sold bargain, for cash. or ne
sotiable paper the owner having no further use
for him. lie is a servant of good character. Ap-
ply for any further information to ROBERT C..
BRASHEAR. esq. or Capt GEORGE II. PAD
GETT. West End, Alexandria, where the negro
can be seen. Jan bit
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

JOB PRINTING
Neatly executed, with dispatch, at this Office.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

During the debate, on the Indian Appro-
priation Bill, in the House of Representa-
tives. OH Thursday. Mr. LovEJor said there
was report in the papers as having the au-
thority of the chairman of the Committee of
Ways and Means, that, unless the legislation
of Congress should suit the views of the Exc
cutive. they would I've called together in an
extra session. He would like to know wheth-
er that report had the authority of the chair
man of the Committee of Ways and Means.
Mr.. PuELPs. | am not responsible for what
the newspapers say.
Mr.. LovEJoY said it was reported, upon his
authority, that unless the tariff was revised to
suit the Executive. an extra session would be
called.
Mr.. PHELPS was ready to answer that ques,
ton, although it was irrelevant to the matter
under discussion. Unless Congress provided
means for CARRYING on the Government during
the next fiscal year. either by q modification
of the tariff, by loan, by Treasury notes, OIL
by some other method, there would be a ne
cessity for Congress to convene during the en-
suing summer.
Mr. LovEJoY. Had it the sanction of the
Executive?
Mr. PHELPS replied that the President
when he desired to have an organ in the
House, would select some other person, and
his opinions would be communicated from
the Clerk desk. He spoke his own senti
ments and the sentiments of the gentlemen
whom he had heard upon that subject, but he
had heard no such opinions expressed by the
President
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08
10. +. POTOMAC y slleH lodge S. No: 49, 8.

|. 90. +. POTOMAC LODGE, No, 49, 8,
l. o. T., respectfully inform the friends Of that
Order. that there will be GRAND BALL, lin aid
of the School Fund.- held at SAREPTA HALL,
on TUESDAY EVENING, January llth 1853.
In making this announcement, they pledge them
selves that effort shall he wanting to render it
" RI. B0N" Of the season.
\ CELEBRATED COTILLIoS BAND will be present.
Et;'' Tickets $l.JO. 10 he had of either of the
Managers.
Refreshments furnished the Ladies'
Hat, or Gaps cannot be worn i'll the room.
Carriages will bc provided for the Ladies.
Executive CouMirrEE-( Scarlet Roscttcs.)
Hugh Latham. e. Schaer, A. ID. Warfcld,
Wesley Avery, }. T. Close, ID. q. Watkins.
CowwlrrEE ON RECEPTTON-( Wwc Rosctte.)
Geo. Foreman, 4. Gibson. Jos. Williams.
J. y. Hancock, James Gale, W. +. Padgett.
COMMITTEE oN REFREsHWESrs--t Whit R"-cre.)
j. H. Watkins. John Kidwcll. Gicorge Bossart,
ii. J. Thompson Nathl. Hays. j. II. Pickin.
MANAGERS At LAuGE-( Io,icyofed Ro-ette.)
j. 7. Close J. II. Pickin, A. Gibson,
L. Skidmore. \. Sinclair, A. Smith
Robt !. Smith. J. W. Campbell. Thos. Skinner,
Town. Baggctt. +. 4. Marbury, X. Robinson.
FLoog MiSiGER-( Pwyie R"sene.)
RI" Grand Promenade at o'clock. precisely
m" The Carriages will commence running at 81
o'clock. jan dot
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

nor SALE.-The TRACT OF LAND, known
Mcdonald. esq. containing so ACRES, on the
Old Lcc-burs Road, adjoining the Corporation Of
Alexandria.
If not sold before the 10th day Of January next,
it will be rented for the ensuing year. If rented,
security will be required.
jan TT JOHN MARSHALL.
nIVlDEND.-The President and Directors Of
- the Farmers Bank Of Virginia, have decar-
eel 4 dividend of four and one quarter per cent
out of the profits of the institution tho last six
months subject to Il deduction Of quarter per
cent bonus to the State leaving four per cent nett
payable To the Stockholders.
J. A. SMITH, Ca bier.
Richmond Va, jan dot
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08
ALEXANDRIA,:
The Wing Convention at Richmond.

SATURDAY MORNING, JANUARY 8, 1859
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-08

DANIEL +. HU0E.