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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

1t is said that Lieut. Col. John Harris will
be promoted to the position of colonel com
mandant of the Marine Corps. i'll the place
of Bvt. Brig Gen Henderson, decd: The
pay and emoluments are just about S9,Wn.
By this promotion others take place rs FOL
Major Jas. Edelin,. To be lieutenant
colonel Capt. Benz. Macombor, to be Mayor;
First Lieutenant John c. Grayson, 10 he cap
tain: Second Lieutenant Edward Jones to be
first lieutenant The last named gentleman
il son-in-law of the veteran whose sudden
demise is 80 much deplored.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

In the Senate. on Friday, Mr.. Trumbull re-
piled to the speech of Mr.. Iyerson, delivered
the day before, (hung on the Pacific Railroad
bill, but referring principally to sectional
matters contending that the North was in
jured, and not the South, that the Republican
party would prevail, &C., &c. We regret to
see the turn this debate has taken.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
soms,b;po very new in the way of an I'M

Something very new in the way OF an I'M
provemcnt on the piano is on exhibition
1t consists in simplifcation of the instru-
ment whereby the blocks, bracings, and Ill
terror supports are superseded, the cords be-
;,,a. s,-,pg from the iron frame only. The
effect Of this improvement is said to be sur
prisinc, changing the character of the instru-
ment Icry materially, and allying it with
that most perfect Of instruments, the violin.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The Richmond Enquirer says that Col,
Claybrook, in the Petersburg Convention.
Ibid most unequivocally, and by authority,
represent Mr.. Montague as the earnest friend
of liberal and enlightened system of State
encouragement and assistance to public works
of internal improvement
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

It perhaps may be the means of saving
time and labor, to state, that the ministers Of
the gospel, in making returns of marriages
to clerks Of courts, have now only to state the
names of the parties and the day of marri-
age, instead Of giving the details formerly
enumerated under the old law.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
JOSEPH EDWARDS. Sec'y.
OMNUNICATEu.

hope the physicians Of this country W.
turn their attention to the subject reIcrre.
to in n paragraph in tO-day's Gazette, tt'
Use of sesqui-carbonatc of ammonia q,
remedy for Scarlet Fever. This doe, o..
appear to be quack remedy. but is highly
recommended from good authority both 70
England and France. \ PAEENI.
Jaunary :, 1859.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
4 bargain was concluded last week between

\ bargain was concluded last week between
the Union Coal and Oil Company, Of Mays
Vile, Ky, and certain parties at Boston,
Mass, by which the former agreed to pur-
chase the latter two thousand gallons of
crude Coal oil per day, during the next
two years. The price TO be paid is 33s cents
per gallon-amounting 70 over SiOO. 600 i'll
the two years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

Prominent citizens Of Washington. and
other persons of influence in different sec
tons of the country, have determined to offer
the British Minister and Lady Napier Il
grand ball, in the month oi February, which
they determine shall be of character illus
trative of the hig Oh appreciation entertained
for these Dcrsonagps
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The London Economist of the 18th ultimo,
received by the America, confirms the state
ment of n private Vienna letter, that the drain
of silver to India was becoming so important
as to cause rise in all kinds throughout the
continent of Europe. The previous ship
mcnt to the East wa. E20O, 0Oo the last one
reaches ego 900
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
BOARDING SCHOOL FOR YOUNG LADIES.
NIDDLEBURG, LUIpOrN COUNTY, NIEGINIA,


Hrs. McGINS. PrincipaL
YNIE DUTIES of this SCHOOL will be ry'uI.
i ed on the LIST Of February next The yea.
divided into two terms, (of five months each, cvG
mencing the 1t of February aud LIST of Ausa'.
The studies pursued. embrace Spelling, keaiir.
Writing, Arithmetic, English Grammar. Geo.is
ply, Composition, Natural, Modern, and AneIrl
History, Natural Philosophy. Latin, French, Nj
sic Vocal and Instrumental,J Drawing, Crotchy'
ing Eancx Knitting and EmhrullerY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The most animating appeals are made in
the Lexington, Rockbridge County, Gazette
to the Opposition in Virginia, to rally IN
support of Wing State ticket, in opposition
70 the Democratic ticket.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
returned.

Gen. Scott arrived at New Orleans on the
5th, and received the inequalities of the
city, military escort and salute. There
was an immense crowd to welcome him, and
much enthusiasm was manifested.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The nomination of Charles l.. Weller. post
master of San Francisco, being before the Sen
ate for confirmation for second term, pam
phlet has been circulated amongth the Senator'S
charging him with violations Of the law. etc.
arising out Of his controversy with the Penny
Post Company of that city. The post office
committee has the matter before it,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The Mobile papers up to Wednesday are
received. The Mercury of Monday contains
Captain Maury's account of the shipwreek OF
the schooner Susan. All her passengers had
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

Sydney Smith says: "A joke goes great
way in the country. have known one last
pretty well for seven wears. | remember a
Joke after a meeting Of the clergy, in York
shire, where there was Rev. Mr. Buckle.
who never spoke when | gave his health, say
ing that he was a buckle without tongue
Most persons laughed, but my next neighbor
sat unmoved in thought. At last quarter
of ali hour after we had all done, he sudden
ly nudgcd me- exclaiming: L see now what
you meant, Mr.. Smth-you meant Il Joke
Yes. sir. said |, L believe did Upon
which he began laughing So heartily that |
thought he would choke, and was obliged to
pat him on the back"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The election for member of Congress in
the Fourth District in New York, to fill the
vacancy caused by the resignation Of Mr.
John Kelly, passed off very quietly. There
was no organized opposition to the Democra-
tic nominee. Mr.. Thos. J. Barr, and he was,
Of course. elected Mr. Barr is member elect
of the next Congress, his majority being .
90 ont of - 59l votes east
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The Winchester Republican forcihly urges
the necessity Of the adoption Of the Cash
system by all publishers of newspapers. 1t
says" The present proprietor has been
connected with it nine years and nc finds on
his books many names to which not one cent
has been credited. Some persons owe one,
two, three. and up to nine years. Let one
of the latter forsetiul friends accompany Us
in calculation. Nine years expenses of
paper and printing may be set down IN cash
at ono dollar each. Here is an actual outlay
of nine doiiarS. Suppose one thousand
friends should think that we needed no mo-
ncv for nine years: We then would have ex-
pended nine Thousand doiiars. How long
would it take to break up any concern by
such a process? We should need a gold
placer in California to stand it. This is no
fancy sketch"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

1t has been already stated that the Stoning-
ton and New York steamer Vanderbilt, had
been lost by running upon the rocks at Race
Point, Fishers Island. within a mile of the
place where the steamer Atlantic was lost
with so many of her passengers, several years
sincc:) but in the present ease the gratifying
announcement is added, that every soul on
board, passengers, officers and crew, had been
safely landed, thus confirming the loss to the
vessel, a serious one indeed, but not to be put
in the balance against the safety of single
human being.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The Committee on Territories of the House
of Representatives have decided to report
two bills-one for the organization of the
territory of Arizona, and the other for the
organization of Dakotah. 1t is understood
they are at present opposed to the erection of
the proposed government of Colona.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The King of Prussia has not been much
improved by the ''skies Of Italy if we may
credit accounts from Florence correspon-
dent, of his eccentric behaviour at the dinner
table.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The ticket-master at the Railroad station
in Providence, r. l., blew out his BRAINS
with pistol last week. Domestic difheul-
t;ss we're the cause of the fatal act.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The BaIston n. Y Journal says resi-
dent Of the town Of Malta, Saratoga county,
sold his wifi for and in consideration of the
sum of five hundred dollars. His wife had
been sick for a number Of years, occasioned
bv Il fall she received in her house, and has
been constantly failing until she is now I'M
able to speak. or move hand or foot. Her hu>-
band, in making sale of his farm, made de-
duction Of five hundred dollars On the sale, in
consideration that the purchaser should pro-
vide for and maintain his wife during her
lifetime, and that he should be free from all
cmharrassmcnt- with regard to her. The
wretch.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

After very animated examination at
King George Court, last week, young Hudson,
who killed Mcdaniel on the 30th Of Deccm-
Der last was discharged. Five or six wit
ncsses were called to the stand and closely
interrogated by the Commonwealth Attor-
ney. Mr.. &. W. Lewis, and the prisoners
counsel, Messrs. Roy Mason, of King George,
and John l.. Maryc, jr., Of fredericksburg.
The evidence showed it to be Il clear case Of
self.dcfcncr
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

A bill has passed the North Carolina
House of Commons to enable Emily, now IN
Liberia, who wishes to return home "i'e
with her former mistress, to do so.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The New York Typographical Society in
yite their friends 10 celebrate with them the
anniversary of Franklin's birthday. on the
18th of January, at Niblo's saloon. Hon.
Washington Irving and other distinguished
literary gentlemen have signifed their liz
tention to be present at the festival.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

A mob in LIE Suer comfy Minnesota last
week, dragged prisoner out of jail and
notwithstanding his desperate resistance
oyerpowered and hung him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

1t is said that B. B. Douglas, of King
William county. is about to contest the rei-
resentation of the Richmond district IN Con-
,ress with Judge Caskie.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The geological researches of Mr.. p. T. Ty-
son, State Agricultural Chemist of Mary
land, have recently brought to light some
very interesting fossil remains. which have
been entombed during perhaps countless
ages in the the iron ore hills between Wash
inpton and Baltimore
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

Twelve buildings in Memphis, Tennessee.
between Adams and Washington streets,
were burnt on the 9TH inst The loss is nearly
three hundred thousand dollars. Messrs.
Forsyth and Jameson and Mrssrs. Stnrgcs 4
Sons ara among the losers. Several persons
were injured by the falling walls
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

Francis Key, youth, aged about fifteen
years, son of the late Philip Barton Key OF
Louisiana, was killed in Maryland, last week.
Young Key was ramming the charge of his
gun. when the gun went of, lodging nearly
the whole contents of the charge in his side.
He lived about five minutes after the accident.
NOR SALE.-The TRACT OF LAND, known
T. as THE MUSH POT" belonging to A. W.
Mcdonald, esq, contsining 3Si ACRES, on the
old Leesburg Road, adjoining the Corporation Of
Alexandria
If not sold before the 10th day Of January next,
it will be rented for the ensuing year. II rented,
security will DO required.
Jan 1T JOHN MARSHALL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The Senate have reelected Professor bache
and ex-senator Badger, Regents of the Smith
sonisn Institution
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

At Fairfax Station, Fairfax county, Va.
Vim. Dickinson is appointed postmaster vice
Jonathan Richardson. resigned James My
ers is appointed postmaster at kabletown,
Jefferson county. Va. vicc Daniel \. Hill.
resigned. Office mt Montcithsyille, Stafford
county, Va. discontinued.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

Francis G, Weymi.s. distinguished ac-
tor, died suddenly in Now York, last week.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The duty will devolve upon the present
Legislature of Massachusetts, to electa Uni
ted States Senator to supply the seat now
held by the Hon. Henry Wilson. which will
become vacant on the 18th of March next. The
Boston papers state that there is no doubt Of
the reelection of Mr. Wilson. a. there is no
opposition to him in the ranks of the Rrpub-
lican majority in the Legislature. When
will Massachusetts again send her best men
10 CONGRESS-?
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

4 dNES c. WRIT, and other Books for Gull
n dren and Youth, American Tract Society edi.
ton, IS cents, for sale by ROBERT BELL.
doc -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
- TER S
Board and Tuition in English, Including
Crotcheting, Fancy Knitting, and I'm.

Board and Tuition in English, Including
Crotcheting, Fancy Knitting, and En-
broidery,l per term Of five months, pay.
able IN adrdncs, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS JV f"
Latin, French, Music. and Drawing, extra Chargr'
Furnished Room. Fuel. Washing, and Lights, = d
Mrs. VI. has had long experience in trac@.lI
her discipline is mild and firm, tending TO proluyy
tho happiness and best interests Of the Young rs
dies, committed 10 her care.
y. B.--Ioung Ladies attending this school W.
have the advantage of three Resident Teachers g.
assist them, before and after School hour, IA i-s
progress of their studies.
E-s. For further particulars see circular. nr a..
dress JOHN Ii. M,GlNN.
Mddeburg, i.oudoun Coz Va, jan o--""'t'.
ILIFTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL,
~ Second Session Of this School will hcg0
the first Wednesday of October, 1888, and rio'
the third Wednesday of July. 1852 The de'Ig
Of this School is thoroughly to prepare youths
the University of Virginia. The Course oi stud.
embraces everything that is necessary 10 the irgn+
of 4. VI, at our University.
The School j. located in the mountain. 81 FS3.
qmier region well known for it, hcaithlu riin'H
and beautiful scenery. Ii l. two miles 'ou'h 10
Markham Station. an the Manassas Gap Rai.r'a"
and 81 miles from Alexandria.
TERus.--S22J. semi annually ia advance, 50
: 30 on the lst of October, and > r. 80 g.:
LIT Of March.
Modern Language, at extra charges.
For further particulars, apply 70 the Principal, Isl,
Markham Station, Fauqucr County, Va.
REFERENCES:
Rev. j. r. McGuire. T.. II. ). of Va.
Trustees vi Charestown Academy, Jrirr.aa
County, va.
Professors Blcds"", Harrison. Sch,e De Ven.
McGufie, and Smith. of the University of \irgal.
K. JAQl ELM AMBhIh.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The barque Carib, arrived at Boston from
Omoa Honduras November q and Truxillo
December 10, states that the country remain
ed quiet. No preparations for u revolution
in behalf of the tillibusters were apparent,
notwithstanding the assertion of the friends
of Gen Walker at the South, that large par
ty in Honduras were favorable to and would
welcome and aid him. 1t appears by the
journal of Il recent traveller in Honduras
that had the fillibusters from Mobile succeed
ed in landing in Honduras as was falsely pre-
tended in dispatches from New Orleans, there
is a strong probability they would have
starved to death there The country is ex-
ceedingly poor and wretchcd, and for men of
Saxon stomachs and requirments the most
forbidding imaginable. The entertainments
on the subject of colonization and conquest in
Central America seem 10 be due solely to
their distance.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
FAIRBANKS
SCALES.

4 VALUABLE FARM FOR SALE.-The val
~ liable FARM or the late &. Z. Taliaferro. de-
ceased. in Culprper County. i, offered for sale, pri
va,-iy. Thi- Farm is OF the Rnpidan River, ad-
joining the Raridan Station. Orange and Alcxan-
dria Railroad-thc Station being only few hun
drcd wards from the dwelling house and hara. II
contains $50 ACRES, is highly productive, situA-
ted in beautiful country, and surrounded by .
g.. most desirable ncighborhood. The BUILD
Ii INGS are convenient. and in good repair.
TERMS accommodating. Any information in rs-
laton to I'll" Farm may he had by application b
the subscriber. to the following persons:-Rok
4. May" esq DIR. r. ". Roddy, Richmond; DIR.
4. Taliatcrro, Culprper Court House, DR.. II. d.
TaliaferrO, Orange Court House.
LAW. II. TALIAFERRO.
Rapidan Station, Culpeper Co., sep ll-2awu
CHARLES HERN DON. LATE CONWAY 4
y HHRSpoS) ATTORNEY AT LAW FRED
ERICKsBrRG, Va, continues TO practice in the
Courts Of king George, Stafford. Caroline, Spot
sylvana, and the town Of Fredericksburg.
Collections promptly made and RENTED.
--RHrERENCHs:-
David Funston, Messrs. Fowle 4 Co.,
George ". Brent, Me-sr. CaEeuove Co.,
Francis l.. Smith. McEeigh Chamberlain
John B. Daingerheld. smoot, Uhler 4 Co.,
John ;. Barbour, Robinson Payn-,
Lewis Mckenzie, Johu II. Brent,
Burke & Herbert. Bryan, Adams & Co..
G. +. Suttlc 4 Co., aud other mere haut..
Fredericksburg Va, Jy - d4oly
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

The Senate was not in Session on Saturday
Ass
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

Boston has a project for retaining all her
trade to her own advantage, which is to with
draw all the branch houses in New York and
Philadelphia, for the sale at first hands of
ton goods manufactured in MASSACHUSETTS,
The sales of agencies amount to SIS, OOo,o 600
annually; and the Bostonian idea is, that the
public must have these goods. and therefore,
if the branches are broken up, the purchasers
will visit Boston and make their sales there.
Trade goes just wherever it can be carried on
proftably.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

Another wholesale slaughter has been en-
acted in New York. 1t was perpetrated by
a Spaniard named Sanchez, who had mar
ricd colured woman, and lived in her faith
cr's house. Coming home on Thursday
morning, an hour or two after midnight, he
wholesale attack on his father
in-law. whom he killed, running him through
the body with sword cane; he then attack
ed his mother-in-law, but did no worse than
drive the sword cane through her arm.-
Their daughter, his wife, then entered when
the murderer assaulted her with the same
effect as her father, placing her life in immi-
nent danger. The criminal then escaped,
and had not been arrested. The woun-
dcd wife declares her inability to account for
her husbands bloody deed. He was dry
goods porter, and Of an irritable and jealous
dIsDOsitlOu.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
ALEXANDRIA,:

MONDAY MORNING, JANUARY 10. 1859.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

7 linden WHISHEY-This " II !, -
IL made in the old fashioned copper still ?. ,.-.
bic dstlation, just beyond the summit "i i"' -
Ridge, in Warren county, Va. near the me "'
quicr, where the softness and purity Of me "-
tain spring water, and the quality Of The r.
stitute important elements in making the " ''
for which this locality has been long celebrate
is perfectly pure, beyond all doubt. being H'' D..
clusiyely Of rye, hops, aud barley malt " .- .
utmost care. The quantity made !, Iim.',"
bought principally for private use. by E'I''' =.
connoissieurs in the surrounding countle' W.
critically nice in laying by stock for iInpr'
A small consignment has lately been h'''
MARSHALL & WARD, of AlexsDdria' ~ !"
bs procured direct, through corrcspondrU''
DIX. FISHER. OF Linden, Warren Count"
eel s3--ooH
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
NEYANDRIA GAZETTE AND VIRGINIA NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. TO- S"

The recently achieved treaty with Japan
which is generally admitted to be most I'M
portant event for the foreign commerce Of the
United States, was negotiated by Townsend
Harris esq. Of New York, our Consul Gene
raj in that Empire. Mr.. Harris commenced
the negotiation without instructions, and had
conducted them To a successful conclusion he
fore the Administration knew of their begin
ming. The President has signalizcd his ap-
probation of this important service by noml-
mating him to the Senate as MinistcrRcsi-
dent near the Government of Japan.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10
UppervilIe, jy 3l-law6m

DIEDMONT ACADEMY-E.r. T. ". ~.
l. Wards, Priacipal.-The exercises %, '.'
School will he resumed on the Second M"nna'
January, 1859. Spacou, and comior'abi" nr'"
msnts; good apparatus for illustrating tie N'.'.
raj Sciences; thorough instruction in 'la'''a 3D..
Mathematical, "a well a. the English Brn'a''
Education, together with the unrrmi''ns ra''
the part Of the Principal to the moral AMI FI!'
well being of pupils, commend this >ch'". A. ..'
worthy the consideration Of parents. one H.
dred and sixty dollars pays for ten month b.a.'
and Tuition. Full information given, ~ ',i' '.'.'
upon application to the Principal.
The health Of the place il unri' vailed.
REFERENCES Rev. VIM. l.. Edward. ''.'
Georgetown: Rev. l.. +. Morgan. D. D., v "'-t'
ton; George W. Lewis, esq, Oak Grove, Va 80
Patrons Of the School generally.
+. ". EDWARDS, Piedmont HtS''I,
Manassas Gap Railroad, fauqui,T '.' y"
dec 2l-eotEeh 80
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-10

FEMAL l. INSTITI IE-
L REV. GEO. ". HARRIS. PRINCIPAL. ali,.
by competent ssSistant..-Thc exercise. pl 'h'
Institution will he resumed me- Hr.t N"uh.
September, and will close the last Of Jun" urNf
The Scholastic year il divided into two s".,..r.'
FIVE months each, beginning respectively ir''
September aud first nf February. The -y.fcm
Instruction is thorough and practical. Tie Ia.
tuition il furnished with fine Philosopher, 49,
Chemical Apparatusto which addition "t. r
made from time 10 time-Maps, Globe, 'Earh
&c, &C.. to illustrate the subjects taught.