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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
Increasing Postage.

We are glad to see our contemporary the
Enquirer, dspresa'i ing; any y, , ,ssss ssd for the e
l"[' has been made into the expenditures
s s',5I every reduction made that is possible
s,Tt., POST Office" saysthe Enquirer, els EN-
.ha,;,,llv the poor mans Department of the
F%.,jcral Government. 1t, especially of all
.ra ,j.narrmen,s of the Federal Government,
,,o.be, down to the cottage ofthe poor man,
,,,S we should prefer to see this Department
a a"y, at the present rates rather than see a
' A to higher prices. TO make this De
',r,men, self-sustaining will do but little
,Sod. if the present system of reckless e1pen-
I,,mrss j. to be- continued. Let the manage
"an, &C the Department he strictly scrutin-
;".,J -. we'll as the laws enacted by Con
.r..s and which the department is com
Lied TO carry out-Ocean Mail Routes, Cal
I]forn;a Land and Sea Routes, wholesale
srnnking privileges, and numerous other alb
.nrLents o fthe postal revenues. -Richmond
D,,,.JfCH.
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CONGRESS-.

In the Senate. Yesterday, (the vice Presi,
dent in the chair
Mr.. Gwin asked that the Pacific Railroad
bill be row taken up and disposed Of.
Mr.. Hunter askedthe consideration of the
pension appropriation bill. He thought that
it could De done in fifteen minutes.
Mr.. Allen, from the Committee OF Elec
tons. reported a bill prescribing the mode of
e%lerting United States Senators, with Il re-
commentator that it be made the special or
der for Tuesday next; So ordered.
On motion of Mr.. Hunter, the Pension
Appropriation bill was taken up and passed.
On motion Of Mr.. Gwin, the Pacific Rail
road bill was next taken up.
Mr.. Davis spoke at length in favOro Of a Pa
cifc Railroad, but against the route and plan
proposed by the pending bill.
In the House of Representatives, the Speak
err announced the following select committee
under Mr.. Sherman's resolution, respecting
the investigation of certain charges against
civil officers connected with the Navy De-
p%artment, viz:
Messrs. Sherman, Bocock, Richie, Groes-
beck. and Ready.
The consideration of the bill to amend the
presumption laws SO as to avoid liability to
disputes among parties settling upon public
lands not surveyed, and granting them the
privilege of pre-empting the lots they occupy
on the surveys being made, also, extend
ing the presumption laws to the alternate lots
along the line of Railroads. was resumed up
on amendments offered.
Among them, was one offered by MIR. Blair;
proposing to give the public lands, in tracts
of lG0 acres. to actual settlers.
The Speaker ruled this out of order.
\ motion to commit the aforementioned
bill together with the proposed amendments,
to the Committee ofthe Whole, was disagreed
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
LOCAL ITE s.

Wuc AID AMERICAN MEETING AT SA-
REpr, HALL LAST NIGHT.-A large and
most enthusiastic meeting of the Wing and
American party of this city, was held at Sa-
repta Hall last night. George p. Wise was
called to the Chair, and W. b. Richards, Jr'
appointed Secretary.
". u. Stuart moved that a Committee of
two from each ward be appointed to prepare
business for the meeting. W. ID. Massey
offered the following resolution as a substl-
tute:
R,.,Ired. That we heartily approve of holding
the proposed Wing and American Convention In
the city Of Richmond, ON the loth Of FEBRUARY
next, and that the Chairman appoint - delegates
to represent this city and county in said Conven-
ton.
The vote being taken, the substitute was
unanimously adopted.
On motion of w. ID. Stuart, the blank
was filled with one hundred.
George p. Wise, having called {. ). Price
70 the chair. then offered the following pre-
amble and resolution, which were adopted:
Ah'''' $780,
Whereas. The policy and principles of both the
| Wing and American parties OF the country nave
ALWAYS fostcred labor in all its various branches
and maintain that labor Is the only capital that
gives independence to a people and country, this
meeting view with establishment that any OF
those who live by individual labor and mechanical
industry. 90 with the party which have ever warTed,
and continue to war, against their interest ana
whereas, we see with much satisfaction that the
President of the United States and many repre-
scntatiyes in Congress, democrats, are repuuiatihS
the idea Of non industrial protection: be 1t
Re.olred. That this meeting OF the citizens OF
Alexandria, of old Virginia, feeling deeply the
pressure of losing our manufactures by a policy
opposite to our expressed principles, AMI detrimeh-
tai to our interests, thereby closing our workshops
throwing out of employment many oil our most val
uobIe citizeps-we most cordially invite all those
Interested in the Laborer, Mechanic, Merchant.
and all others whose calling is legion, and even the
President and those of the democratic Representa-
tiyes in Congress. from whose eyes the delusion Is
fast falling away, to help US re-instate our couh-
try To what she was, and make her rs good rs
Washington's policy intended her to be-"lhde-
pendent within herself
The meeting was then addressed, at the
call of those present, by Messrs' Edgar
Snowden, Lawrence b. Taylor, William ID.
Massey. and John Marshall.
The following delegates was appointed
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G~
~eRIpT:J
BY TELEGRAPH
Later from Cuba.

New YORK. Jan. 2O.-The steamship Black
Warrior, with Havana dates to the 18th, ar
rived here this morning.
The excitement in relation to the Presi
dents message had nearly died out. The
weather was delightful.
Private letters state that there was some
excitement in Havana, by the publication Of
a statement that Brigadier General Reneau,
of the United States. had offered the Captain
General SIS. OO0, 900 to declare the island in.
dependent, and (Concha) should be the first
president.
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DIED,

ON the 9TH of January. at Green Plains, his re-
,;dence. in the county Of Matthews, WILLIAM II.
ROY. in the Goth year Of his aye. He was widely
known. and universally esteemed. His life was a
bright example to his friends and relatives, who
now tendcrly cherish his memory. His loss was
great to the community around him, but to his
family irrcparable. A sincere and humble Chris,
,isn: kind. faithful and just in all the relations OF
III. he has left a name long TO he remembered with
r.spec, and affection. and to be associated with
high qualities and rare virtues.
On the llth Of January. 1859, in the list year of
HE age. AZ his residence. at Madison Court House,
DR. WILLIAM T. BANKS. He died as he had
lived, y true Christian, a devoted husband and IA
Their, u kind and generous ~neighbor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

The none marke, in New York is still easy and
quiet. the Bank returns showing the largest accu-
mutation of deposits ever known in this city. The
bids for the Government ten million loan, are expec-
ted TO be from a half to one per cont. lower than
for the August loan. The stock market WAS some
what bouyant on Wednesday. In State stocks
there was u steady request for Missouri 5. at Sc! u J
Tennessec'S quic, at 9li; Virginia skies y6t; Cali
iornia's at SGT. In railway bonds there was no de
cided activity, the demand and offering being of a
retail character.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
CO N n E r C L.
The

BALTIMORE, Jan. Colour is steady at $3.50
for Howard street and Ohio. Wheat is irm; good
to prime white 14O@ 16Oc.; rcd 25@l3oc. Corn
is dull; yellow Soc; white 75c. Provisions are
unchanged. Whiskcy 10 dull at 2S@2s3c.
Nlw York, Jan. 20.-Flour is Il uoyant; sales
Of 1900 bbls. including 5000 bbls. of Southern,
There was u large speculative inquiry. State 81
9U@ 800; Ohio S5.s0@s6.OO; Southern $5.4O
Msj.6O. Wheat is firm, but quiet; Southern
white l35@lt5c.; red 1900 l54c. Corn is dull;
old mixed SHE; new yellow Sjc. Pork is buoyant;
old mess sl7. 80; new do. SIS; prime $3.50. Lard
i. buoyan, at lliMl2c. Whiskey is steady at
2S!c. Stocks are dull and heavy. Virginia os
gSI Missouri Is SCI.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
Exsorts of Cotton-The Crop.

New ORLEANS, January 1.-THE exports OF
cotton from this port during the past week were
IS. 900 bales. Of which % 900 were for England
The exports from Mobile to England during the
week were 400 bales. There is but little doing
for the continent. Crop estimates have not varied
materially this week, and $500, 900 bales is the
figure now very generally adopted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

The exports of Baltimore during the past year
amounted to $40. lis, 900, against 81 ,40S, 1913 in
1857. The inspection of wheat -four in 1858
amounted to 906,4 07 barrels. against S55,9l4 bar
rels in 1887; showing an increase of j0.i93 barrels.
The total quantity of leaf tobacco sold during the
year was $4,000 hogSheads. The general trade Of
the city has been estimated at 1888 900, 900. Ac-
cording to the assessment of 1858 the aggregate
amount of property is but little short Of Sl40, 900
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
n A R LIST
PORT OF NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. 10.

MEMORANDA.
SchrS. Tram Smith, Mc,iivern. from this port,
arrived at Fall River. 10th inst: Golden Eagle.
Kelsey from do. for Somerset. AT do, 18th.
Schrs. Oregon kraus. for Washington. and Fair
field Mott. for this port, cleared ut New York, 18th
inst.
S'hr, Anacostia, Reynolds, from Georgetown D.
T., arrived al Norfolk. 18th inst.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
MARRIED.

On the 9th inst. at the residence OF the brides
c,,bsr. bv Elder I. W. Newman. MIR. MARTlN
IAN buren, DAVIS, of Prince William county,
and Miss NANCY ANN WOODWARD, OF Fairfax
county.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

nS- We are authorized TO announce ". ii.
BROWNE, Of Stafford, as candidate to represent
the counties Of Stafford and King George, la the
next House of Delegates Of Virginia.
jan loft
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

.Es- FOR CoNGRESS.-We are authorized to
announce HENRY SnAcxELPoRD, esq, as q cahdi-
date to represent the Seventh Congressional Dis
ulct, in the next Congress. nov I5-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

We are authorized to announce DR.. J. Is.
"RArsoN. a candidate to represent the District of
stafford. King George. and Prince William, in tho
Senate of Virginia, subject to the ratification Of u
District Convention. PRINCE WILLIAM.
nov n-eotf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

sE1- N0TICE.-The second LECTURE in the
course. to he delivered by the Rev. DR.. HARRI-
SON. Oh the Book or REVELATIONS, will DO de-
hNercd this FRIDiY EVENING, at sersn and
a quarter o'clock, ut the LECTURE ROOM Of the
First Presbyterian Church, corner of Duke and
Royal streets. The public are cordially invited to
attend. ROBERT BELL. Jr..
jan 2l-lt Secretary of Y. NJ C. A.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
|59. L n A A c.

fiRSl MONTH. SrS Sun
JANUARY. rise.. sets. NOON PhAshS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

GAMES AND ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE
(T Young FOLKS AT HOME.-1he snake
Game. Doctor Kane's trip to the Arctic Regions.
The Old Maid. Mother Goose. The Parlor Game,
The Oregon Game, Fashion and Famine, Movea
BILE Alphabet Cards. Conversation Cards, Fortune
Telling Cards. and a variety Of new and interest
ing French and German Games and Puzrles, &c,
iust received. and for sale.
ian JOHN II. PARROTT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

LLOlR.-
II 30 bhls. jonathan Ewrrs'" Family
% d" "Wclch's"
80 " "Greenway" Extra
30 " Jordan Superfinc. for sale by
ian I--coom T. 4. BREWIS.
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nR MrGuIRE

OFFERS his Professional services to the citi
" zens of Alexandria and the vicinity. Once al
the s. ". corner Of Prince and Royal streets.
ian 9O-dIctf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
A GENTS FOR THEUNIoN INDIA RUBBER

4 TENTS FUK THE NUN INDIA I DbFT
n COMPANY.-GUTTi PERCHi TOiTS.
CAPS, BOOTS, and CLOAkS. silk, Alpaca. Sell
cia. and Cotton Goats. Boots and Cloaks. Logging,
Covers with Hoods, &c, Wholesale and r'tni|.-
These goods are warranted to stand any climate.
and will he sold at mandatory prices.
WALL, STEPHENS & CO.,
No. 322 Penn. avenue. between 9Th and 10th st,,
and No. i0i Duane street, 4 door west Of Brral-
way. New York.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

Il 20 bhls. Potomac lIcrrings
-!
10 " Alewivcs
80 Enstport Herrings-for sale low by
ian E-co2m r. A. BREWIS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

Sorr IIorsE.-Thc Superintendent Of tn"
Soup House takes pleasure in acknowledge
inc s. from n Friend, as n donation to this
charity: and would respectfully call the at
tention Of the public To the necessity of fur
Their contributions, if they desire its contin-
uance. as the funds appropriated will be ex-
hausted in a few days. He is sure that it is
only necessary to make this statement, in
order To receive the required aid, as he has
never before appealed in vain to the citizens
of Alexandria.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

MONEY SAVED.-DENNIS'S Excelsior
vi Piano Forte and Furniture Polish, for polish
ing Pianos. Furniture, Coaches, Frames. Patent
Leather. &c; any one can use il. The application
is simple. producing Il beautiful lusire to anything
susceptible of a polish. Call at the New Music
Store. No. 3. Exchange Block.
ian 4 B. +. DENNIS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

&-A TWO STORES AND DWELLINGS FOR
H#il, RENT.-The houses on Royal street, once OF
which lately occupied by John I. Creighton "a a
Hardware store, are for rent, and immediate pos
session given. For price and other particulars,
apply to JAMES hoA'h'
ian Lift
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

FOR RENT.-Having made arrangements
iii TO remove to the wharf early in March. we offer
for rent the BUILDING now occupied by US. No. %
and 80. King street. The property could he con
vcnicntly divided into two commodious stores with
4 comfortable dwelling attached to one OF them,
and would be So rented if desired.
ian lO-oawIm WM. ii. FOWLE d son.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

STEAMER GEORGE PAGE.-The repairs and
improvements on the STEAMER George Page.
are nearly completed. She will resume her
trips next week.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

I NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Mustang, Benefits
IL Embrocation. Hunts Rheumatic, Birdsalls
Arnica Linimcnt. Little's White Oil. and Mer-
chants Gargling Oil. for man and beast, for sale
by PEEL, STEVENS & CO.,
inn % rnrnrr KIM unl Alfred strnnts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

nRUMs FOR THE VIRGINIA MILITARY.
- by way Of drumming up custom, ! viii just
say to the different BattHlioDs and Regiments
throughout the State, that | have made arrange
mcnts with one Of the best manufacturer. III the
United States to furnish any plumber Of K Ms
for the Spring campaigns. | am now having
come orders filled, and should be pleased - fur.
nish the whole State with DRUMS and tIFES.
March up to the music in quick time.
ian 7-tf Ohm ". PARROT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
Detention of a Suspected SLAYER.

SAVANNAH, Jan. l9.-The bark Angelica
has been detained here to-day by the Collec-
tor of the port. on suspicion of being fitted
out as a SLAYER. The Angelica arrived here
on the 30th October, from Matanzas, and has
been lying here ever since.
NOTICE.-IIaying just added largely TO my
~ stock, | am now prepared to furnish at torest
rates. all goods in my line, and name as part OF my
stock. the following articles, viz:
Bar, Rod, Band, Hoop and other IRONS
Best Blister. Cast. and Toe STEEL
IIubbs. AXlcs. Springs, &c.
Smiths Tiles and Rasps. of all sizes.
Also. for sale, ut prime cost. a large stock OF
HARDWARE. CUTLERY, &c. &c.
Farmers, Blacksmiths. and others, in want. are
solicited to call and examine before purchasing
elsewhere. Orders promptly executed.
GEO. T. BALDWIN,
jan - No. II. North Fairfax street.
NEW BOOKS.-Pocms by Frances Ann KEN
~ Bile. in one handsome volume. price 81.
Poems by Elizabeth Barrett Browning. from the
last London edition. corrected by the author. COM
plcted in three volumes. blue and gold, 1928.
The History of the Religious movement of the
Eighteenth Century, called Mcthodism. consider
ed in it, different denominations forms. and its
relations to British and American Professionalism,
by Abct Stevens. d. D., volume |. from the origin
of Methodism to the death of Whitfield, 81. just
published, and for sale by ROBERT BELL.
iap
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

nISS0LUTI0N.-The co-partnership hercto!oIe
~ existing in the name of BRYAN, ADAMS !
CO., has this day been dissolved, by mutual col"
sent. Either partner is authorized to sign the nains
Of the firm in settlement. GEO. BRYAN,
SAM'L. r.. ADAMS,
Jan l-eo3w ID. =.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

FIRE.-Thc two story frame house, owned
and occupied by DR.. Jacob b. Gardiner. on
4 street, near Third, on Capitol Hill, in
Washington, was destroyed 10y fire Yesterday
morning. There was an insurance Of 3d.
900 Oh the house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

INVESTS FLUID. and so per cen, Alcohol, for
w sale by PEEL. STEVENS l. CO.,
lanlS corner King and Alfred streets.
WO0L purchased by
" Jsb DANIEL F. HO0E.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

HAYS MEDICAL JOURNAL AND News
Ill OF lSj9.-The January number Of Hays
Medical Journal is now ready. Those who wt'n
to subscribe. will please hand in their name.
Price for the Journal and News, 81 per auuum. m
advance.
Dalton Phy.iOlogy.-A Treatise on Human
Psychology, designed for the use Of - '"u'F
and Practitioners of Medicine, by John &. Dalton.
Jr, NJ. D.. with 254 illustrations, price So. Ju'!
published, and for sale by
ian Il ROBERT BELL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

Es~ WING AND AMERICAN MEETING
We have been requested to state that a meeting Of
The Wing and American party of Orange, will be
held at the Cour, House, ON Monday next, Court
Hayj for the purpose of appointing Delegates to
The convention to be held iu Richmond. on the
10th of February. jan 2l-eotd
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

SALE.-We learn that Mr.. {. Z. Berry has
sold the house in which he now resides.
on Prince, near Washington street, in this
city, to Mr.. Geo. II. Smoot, for $1,000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

NOTICE. WILLIAM H. 70 VILE has this
~ day associated with him, his son WILLIAM
H.. 70 WLE. mr., for the transaction OF Il general
Commission business in this city. under the firm Of
WILLIAM n. FOWLE a. SOY. Office for the
present at Nos. - and 81 King street.
inn l--3aWlm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

TIE GREAT REPUBLIC MoNTHLY.-We have
received from Mr.. George Siggers, No. -
Prince street. the February number Of the
Great Republic Monthly. Contents: Caius
Julius Caesar, Crystaline-the created, the
History of the Great Republic, the Emerald
Isle. the Rcapcrs, Negro Minstrelsy, William
Cuxton. Life aud Travels in the Southern
States. and a variety of other very interest
ing articles. The Great Republic seems to
be growing in popular favor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

A LMANACS for 1859, Of the following kinds'
n viz Swords Pocket, Church, FANNY 'h'''-
tian Farmers, Housekeepers. virginia GERMAN
Catholic, Water Cure, and Phrenoiogicai' Tor Saia
= JAMES ENTWISLE 4 son,
;o,, No. IS King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

FOR NEW YoRK.-The regular packet
AN Scbr. ARCTIC. Hicks, Master, For light
$50, .nnjr an hoard or 70 s. SHINN.
&c o No. 4 South Wharves.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

TYLOBALSAMIM.-M Aliens World Re
II nowncd Hair Dressing. a full! supply of this
favoritc PREPARATION, for the Hair. just received
and for sale by }. a. MlLBthN.
ian % Druggist.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

Mr.. Vim. Dickinson has been appointed
Postmaster at Fairfax Station, in place of
iona. Richardson. resigned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21
DANIEL

DANIEL CA WOOD u,
ELOTR AND GRAIN FACTOR LoNG HARE
Il opposite Pioneer Mills, Alexandria. Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

ID EMOVAL.-Thc OFFICE OF THE ALBE
N MARLE INSURANCE COMPANY. u
CEARLOrrEsvILLE Va, and the GlRARD FlRh
INSURANCE COMPANY, Of PHrLADELPHIt. "af
been removed 10 .Yas. 81 asa 50 King street. E!'hf
taken, and Policies issued, upon as fair term, -
thoae Ut other responsible Companies.
JAMES S. ROGERS, Agent
dec 20-eotw Nos. 81 and 81 hinH ,'te'''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

The WEATHER.-The winter is passing
rapidly away, with, so far, but very little
cold weather! Indeed, with the exception
Of only two or three cold days, the whole
season has been uncommonly mild. The ice
houses in this section of country, have gen
rally not yet been filled.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

TEORGE BRYAN AND SAMUEL r. ADAMS
" have this day formed a co partnership, in th'
name of BRYAN / ADAMS, and having pur'ha
sed the stock of Goods belonging to Bryan, Adams
4 Co., respectfully announce TO the public that they
have in store a desirable assortment of scasondblo
DRY GOODS, which they offer for cash OF to
prompt deai.r-, ut low rates. Jan l-cO"w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

ALARM OF FrRE.-The alarm Of fire on
Wednesday night, was caused by the burn
ing Of the chimney ola house on Royal street,
opposite St. Mary Church:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

LrcrrRE To-SIGHT.-The second lecture of
the course. by Rev. DR.. Harrison, before the
Young Mems Christian Association, on the
Book of Revelations. is to be delivered at the
Lecture room of the First Presbyterian
Church tonight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

NOR SALE.-The TRACT OF LAND, kuoYu
J. as THE MUsH PoT," belonging 70 \. ".
Mcdonald, esq containing 3St ACRES, "n In"
old Leesbarg Road, adjoining thu Corporation ot
Alexandria.
II not sold before the 10th day Of January next.
it will be rented Tor the ensuing year. II rented,
security will be required.
ian TT JOHN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

~ HHDS. PRIME n. o. SUGAR. New Crop
III 20 bhls. Coverings Crushed Sugar
10 half boxes Loaf do
hhls. Coverings Cut Loaf do
90 bbls. Refined Sugars, just received and for
sale hv jan . hNOA q BRo.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

POR PHILADELPHIA.-The regular
go packet Sehr. ANN PlCkRELL, Leverton.
master, will have dispatch. For freight, apps IL
the Captain on board. or to uy~
g., 10 No. {. SOuth Wharves.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-01-21

CERVANTS WANTED.-I wish to employ for
- the ensuing year, seven MALE SERVANTS
for the Dining Room, and four FEMALE SER
WANTS, two for Charpbermuids and two Washer
women. for which = 'ih0ral price will hs psid.
AdIrc>. SAMUEL HEFLEBOWER.
nov lift CITY Hotel, Alex'n, Va.