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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-08-13
8, SANDS EXCELSIOR MANIPULATED

HAVE engaged in the Manipulation of ~
| AMOS, aud am now ready to supply the Far
mers and Planters of the United States with all
article " hich consider superior to anything OF
the kind which has yet been produced, having IN
upusnal amount believe Of the valuable ingredi-
ents in this article. During my editorship OF the
american Farmer" with which until within a few
months, have been connected for % years. have
most emphaticaly urged upon the Farmers and
Planters that the mixture of the Ammonlacai Gu-
ano (Peruvian) with the Phosphate Mexican,
Columbian, dc.,) was the hest and cheapest appii
cation to most crops they could apply. For more
general views upon this subject, ! refer to the pa
g., of the American Farmer; and also. to my cir
cuar Just issued land which will be forwarded to
any one desiring it, in which this view is ably sus-
tanned by DR.. Bickell, Analytical Chemist OF this
city o
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MRS. McCoRMIcK's SCHOOL.

MRS. MCCORMICK desires To inform her
wi friends and the public generally, that she
will resume the duties of her school on the first
Monday in September next.
The course of study pursued, will comprise all
the branches requisite to thorough English edu-
cation.
In addition to her day scholars she is DESTROYS OF
living into her family,a few pupils rs boarders,
aged from 10 to II years, who will he under her
immediate care and oversight
For terms and further particulars, apply ut her
residence No. 30 Cameron street. jy 2I-eotf
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xrrTLEwELLs MANIPULATED GUANO.

I'VE have received IA full supply of this article,
w and shall keep il constantly on hand IL IL
c"lnposed of pure PERUVIAN and PHOSPHATE
Gu,yos from the Islands of Chincha and Ncvassa,
combined and closely intcgrated by machinery.
No. is warranted to contain per cent oil Am
monia and 40 to - per cent. of Phosphate "i Lime
No. % per cent. of Ammonia. and 90 I" To per
cent. of Phosphate of Lime.
The testimonials of the value Of this Fertilizer
in our possession, are very strong, and from sour
ces known to us to be reliable.
VIM. II. FOWLE son,
NH IL No NnmIh MharNeS.
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GROCERIES, &c.

VNHE CO-PARTNERSHIP heretofore existing
between the undersigned. under the firm OF
HILL, BROWN 4 PARTLOW, is this day dis
solved by mutual consent. Either partner is au-
tborized 10 use the name Of the firm in closing the
business. TH0S. HILL
j. +. BROWN.
July 2Sd, 1859 NJ \. PARlLo"'
VNIIE undersigned will continue the business. at
No. Is king STREET, under the hrm OF fAhI-
LOW HILL & co. NJ. Y. PARTL0W.
q. p. HILL.
~ o6-lm TH0S HILL.
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JARVIS ISLAND GUAN0.

WE offer for sale small cargo oi tins GuANo,
w lust landed from Schr. West Wind. 1t has
been recently imported 10y the American Guano
Companv from their Island in the Pacific, ana
is represented to be IL valuable fertilizer. We re-
commend il to the attention of our farmers.
my3 ~" LIZ w.
NXCELSIOR DEBURG.-I have now in store
II full supply of this popular MANURE con-
tanning per cent. Amm"nin, and 81 per cent
Rome phnSphnte ot Lime. As a crop grower ana
fertilizer, il is unsurpassed
JAMES c. NEVETT,
NH Sole Agent for Alexandria
DOBINSON'S MANIPULATED GuANO,-l
IL have taken the Agency of this valuable
ct ANU. and now have on hand full supply, put
up in strong bags
Its warranted equal to any in the country, ana
will be sold at current rates.
JAMES C. NEVETT,
NH opposite Pioneer Mills
CUPER PHOSPHATE OF LIME and
- PULVERlZEp BONE
These valuable fertilizers, always on hand, ana
for sale by WIN. II. F0WLE son,
NH ~ No. ( South Wharres.
DERUVIAN GUAN0.-A cargo of No. PE-
i RUVIAN GUANO, just received from the
Agents of the Peruvian Government, and Tor sale
at lowest rates JAMES y. Nh' -, -,
n,h Il opposite Pioneer Mills.
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Miss ELLEN MARK, will resume her SCHOOL,

I'M tire 10Th " September.
LIVERY attention, Ms heretofore, will be given
IL that the pupils may be thoroughly taught
rather than prematurely advanced. The higher
classes have the advantage of instruction in Mnh-
e,natics and the Ancient Languages, from II gen
tlemau well qualified to advance them. Terms ns
usual French and Music at Professors charges.
As the number Of pupils will be more limited than
formerly, parents desiring 10 enter their daughters
will please make an early application.
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SPRING GOODS.
w. q A. MURRAY, Merchant Tailors,

A RE now receiving their SPRING GOODS ati
n would invite all in want of any thing in thT
line to give them call NIB "
II ECEIVED un assortment ~ very hand,, u,
III new style DRILLlNGS. Also, line ALPAI
CA and LINEN COATS-yery low for cash.
ie ~ ". ID. MASSEY. No. 90 King =
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WOOL AND sUMAC WANTED.

VNHE subscribers wish to purchase WOOL Of The
different grades for which they will pay the
highest cash price.
We also wish to purchase 800 tons prime SU
MAC With increased facilities for manufacturing
IN. article, We are enabled to give the very high
est price Country storekeePers who deal in the
article will do well tn communicate with us.
RAMSBURG i EBERT.
Georgetown d. C., js lS-w3m
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SEMINARY FOR YOUNG LA.
DIES ALEXANDRIA,

TINHE SUCCESS OF THIS INSTITUTION
has induced the Principal to extend the sphere
of its usefulness. During the vacation, new and
elegant buildings will he erected, opposite the
Custom HoSse. This location, one Of the most
delightful in the city. renders 1t most desirable
both for Il boarding and day school: Every I'm
pruvement will be introduced to continue It's pre-
sent literary character.
For circulars, containing terms, apply ut the
Ro,t Stor. or Messrs James Entwisle x son, or
to the Principal. ALBERT f. BAsSFokp,
No. So, Prince street. Alexandria
nts- The exercises of the School will be resum-
cd ON Monday, September 18th. jy 22-2awu
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ST. JOHNS ACADEMY, Alexandria, Va

UNHE TWENTY FIRST ANNUAL SESSION
will commence on Monday, September the
9th, and end on the Both of June, lS6O.
-CHARGES.-
For Board and Tuition per session, payable
semi annually III adrn"ce. oo
For Tuition per session, payable quarterly ~ 10
For Tuition by the quarter. w
Latin, Greek, French, and Incidental expenses
are extra charges for day scholars, hut not for
boarders.
Circulars containing list of Students, &C.. &c,
can be obtained ut any Of the Book Stores, or will
bu sent by mail, on addressing
RICHARD l.. CARNE Jr.,
ON, I-Ius3wx Principal.
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]. BAUMGARTEN,

No. 1879, III street. oly'"Sit" Odd fe"""' man,
WASHINGTON,
ENGRAVER and designer in general, manuiac,
Il turer and inventor Of the new, improved seal
presses. watch. case engraver. wood engra'er, mu
sic puncher. stencil cutter copperplate engra'er'
and photographer, is prepared to execute engravings
on ANY meta-on gold, silver, brass. copper, steel,
&C.. in N good aud workmanship manner as hy
any other establishment in the United States. Inc
advertiser feels confident that all orders entrusted
"a him will give perfect satsiaction no charges
made.
SEAL PRESSES,
OFFICIAL HAND AND BLOCK SEALS,
WATCH-CASE FNGRANER,
WOOD ENGRAVER,
MUSIC PUNCHER.
STENCIL CUTTER,
COPPER PLATE ENGRAEER,
Washington, jy ely De. DC. &c.
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BELLE HAVEN INSTITUTE, Alexandria, Va

MISS 4. TEBRS, PRINCIPAL.
Miss CAREER, Assistant Instructor i'll English.
Prof ESGELBRIcHT, Vocal and Instrumental
Music.
Prof P0LTI, Languages, French, Latin, la
liam. &C.; Drawing and Painting
INHIS Institution will open for Ms second session.
! the 18th day of next September, ana CLOSE the
last of June. A thorough and systematic course oil
study is pursued and every effort Will he con
iinued to maintain Il high reputation and select
character for the School. corps of we'll quail
fed and experienced teachers are engaged for the
coming sessioii-and other Assistants VIII he EN-
ployed as the School increases 1t is the design OF
th. Principal that this Institution shall possess
every advantage for the attainment oi thorough
and finished female education.
The building selected aud purchased by the
PRINCIPAL for the permanent establishment al the
School is il retired and healthy part OF the city
II was erected expressly for Boarding school,
and is well suited for that purpose.
-REFERESCES.-
The Patrons of the School; 1t. Rev. John
Johns, ID. D.: Rev. c. Il. Dana; Rev. ID. +. SPrigg;
Rev. james T. Johnston; j. NJ. Stevens, esq, Al
exandria, Va: Hon. }. W. Tyler, WaTenton, Va;
G. W. Lewis, esq. Wcsimorelamd, Val U. VI.
Crutchicld, Speaker House of Delegates. Va;
John Seldom, esq Stafford, Va; j. X. Tucker,
Richmond, Va Nathaniel Tyler. Editor Richmond
ENQUIRER: Rev. Philip Slaughter, Culpeper Co..
Va; Major H. Ii. Tyler, Washington cry; rev.
John Towles Prince Vim. Co., Va; Robert Bever-
Iy. esq, The Plains. Fauquer Co.. Va; ". Frank
lin Minor, esq, Albeinarle Co.. Va; Dr. +. A.
Currie. Lancaster Co.. Va; James i. Ball, esq,
Northumberland Co., Va; W. LIE Roy Broun,
esd. Bloomfield Academy, Albemarle Co.. Va;
Rev. X. II. Phillips, Principal Virginia Female
Institute: Rev. o. A. KinSoying; Is. y. holland
esd: Gen. Asa Rogers; DR.. VIM b. Cochran, Mid
dleburg, Va; Rev. K. n. Lipsc"mb Rci-teri""n'
MARYLAND: Th"s. L.. Brown, esq, Charleston,
Kanawha Co., Va.
For Circulars, containing full particulars, terms
&C., address MISS L.. lEbhT
:, 1.-.otf Alcxandria, Va.
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HATS. CAPS, B0NRETs, &c.
NEW HAT STORE.
TI uDJE' an STTTIh
No. lOJ, King STREET.

No. luJ, MING SHEET.
HNHE UNDERSIGNED beg leave 10 inform li'
citizens of Alexandria and vicinity, that ny
will open Saturday. tJ""s ih.) th. Store. y
1906, King street, opposite the Mnlshall liou"
where they intend keeping "A general nss"rtmelr 4
GOODS, embracing all the different ,ty's asI
qualities usually found in tir"' ci".' HAT ST"h
and hope by strict attention 10 business, 10 nu'
share Of public patronage.
GREENWOOD co,
Temple of Fashion, No. lO5, King p
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-08-13

IN BONES TOBACCO, of various brands
Nv 20 boxes Starch
81 bag Hi" Coffee
20 Java -
Is " Laguyra Coffee
40 chestsG. p, Imperial, and \. II. Tea
~ Black Tea
90 kegs Soda; 10 bags Pepper AMI AllsPire;
90 coils Leading Lines; 30 dozen Painted Buck
els: 10 nests Tubs; Matches Cloves: Indigo; Wrsp-
ping Paper: Irvine; Candle Wick; Mustard; ID
eases Old Wheat Whisky, &C.. for saleh by
kINCHELOE BRUlN,
ND % cor of King aud Union SITS.
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THE SELECT SCHOOL FOR BOYS,

Under the instruction of the subscriber, at ms
| residence in Alexandria, will resume its exer-
cscs on Thursday, September 9Th. The subscri-
Der will only receive as many pupils as he can
instruct faithfully, with due regard To proper habits
of study, ard AN accurate comprehension of what
ever is taught Special attention is given to the
English branches of education, and to the Ancient
languages.
TERMs:-For Day Scholars, $3.50 per quarter.
aup 3-2aw4w GEORGE 4. SMITH, A. NJ
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VERY FINE IMPORTED AND DOMESTIC
oEclRc nUEuLINQ TON cen h -Tha

VERY FINE IMPORTED AND DOMESTIC
sEGARs, CHEWING TOBACCO, &c.---Ths
subscriber has lately received large addition to
his stock, and i quite confident that he please
the taste of almost any one wanting articles in his
line. LIE names in part some very fine HA IANA
SEGAR.S. out Of tn. same lot that President Buch.
anan smokes; very superior che WING TOBAC
CO. of various brands: genuine Turkish SIOR-
ING TOBIErO; PIPES and STEMS, in great
variety, Re- For sale, Wholesale and retail.
CHARLES p. SHAW,
ian24 F " " ear al King \ Fsirfar .tS.
AIIKE DISH COVERS, rousd and oblons, all
w the sizes, Tor sale by
ia 10 JOHN OGDEN.
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NOTICE TO RAILROAD CONTRACTORS.

NOTICE TO RAILROAD CONTRACTORS.
SEALED PROPOSALS will be received al the
- office ofthe "Virginia and kentucky hai,roao
Company in the town OF Abingdon uh,i
clock, ON the sth of September next, for the grad
uation and masonry upon the first fifty miles oil
the road. extending from Abingdon to short DIS
lance West Of the Clinch river.
The proposals will be made in one mile sections
at cash prices.
The plane. specifications, and all necessary IN
formation for those proposing TO bid for this work
be obtained at the office of the Engineer OF the
Compapy. By order of the Board:
w. BEVERHOUT THOMPSON,
Abingdon. Va, jy l9-dtS Chief Engineer:
O BBLS. MACHINE OIL, for sale by
. IVES ROBINSON PAYNE.
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ALEXANDRIA FEMALE SEMINARY.

TINHE TWELFTH ANNUAL SESSION OF
l. this Institution for Boarding and Day Scho
lars, will commence on the 18th of next month,
(September.)
Every effort will be made to continue the School
worthy of that liberal support, which il has hith-
erto received. Such changes and improvements
AS observation and experience have shown to he
necessary, will he introduced.
Lectures, fully illustrated, will he regularly de-
liy.red as heretofore, upon Natural Philosophy,
Chemistry. and Astronomy.
Those who design to send their daughters dur
ing the approaching session. will please inform the
Principal at early day possible. as no seats
will be considered engaged unless by special re
quest.
Circulars, giving full information will be fur
nished to any who may desire them.
sth mo 2-d3w JAMES :. HALLOW ELL.
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IOPARTNERSHIP.-W have this day form
" ed a c"partnership under the name and style
of ALBERT ". GRAY 4 co. for the purpose of
conducting the COMMISSION and FORWARD
ING BUSINESS, in all its branches. We have
leased that large three-story proc! brick ware
house, ON the northeast corner Of King and Water
,treets, opposite Messrs. Gray, Miller Co. We
will keep stock of GROCERIES, PLASTER,
SALT. FISH, GUAN0 and SEEDS, suitable for
the wants of the farmers aud Mill owners. We
will pay particular attention 10 the forwarding oil
Goods committed IL our care.
ALBERT W. GRAY.
NH 3-f WIN. T. GRAY.
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FOWLE 4 co.,
IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN ALL KINDS OF
FERTILIZERS,

4 RE RECEIVING this season. direct from the
n Chimcha Islands, per Ships "Ceres," TEN
pi,man." "Silver STAR" and CHARLES Ward,
their supply Of
no. l PERUVIAN GUANO,
And are thus enabled to offer to their customers a
fresh article, in new and strong bagsing.
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DONNETS, RIBBONS. FRENCH fLO~iE'
ID &C. JOHN T. EVANS il now IN recclli

DONNETS, EIBBONS, FRENCH fLO"iE'
ID JOHN T. EVANS il now IN recclTi
n very large assortment of GOODS IN ih" ate
lius, and the facilities he has Tor rmrchS'ing 'r-
pIRsT hands, enables him to offer great bnrgal'
his customers. His stock comprises BONNIE '
all styles; RIBBONS Of the mott beautiful s'i''.
and in great variety; BoNNET FRAMES; b
CHES; FRENCH FLOWERS. and. indeed, ''"9
article connected with n frst clnss Millinery -
tahli.hment. lie also manufactures SIN BOY
NETS, VI al styl.s, and ut the sh"ri''t no'i't
IT. Milliners from th. country will Il" ".
give him Il call, ~ he it prepared {" sell al N'''
ern prices, at his old stand, No. 80 KING HfEi'
NH %
NOR CASH.-We ARE selling our best . w..
II for 81, and guarantee il superior to Sn! -
sold in the Credit Houses for So
JOsN ARNOLD,
PhenY Hall Hat aud Car >i',
p. S.-A most beautiful assortment 81 tf't.-
Felt Hats, Cu.simeres. childrens' Fancy Hat.
Caps, all Of correspopdingly low prices. Cal. BIZ
.,amip. for Yourselves. DpG
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sOMBRERO GUANO,

SOMBRERO GUAN0,
The richest PHOSPHATE GUAN0 known.
Having accepted the Agency for the sale Of this
article in Washington, Georgetown, and Alexan-
dria. full supply will always be kept on hand
1t is put up in bags and barrels.
OF phosphoric acid estimated as equivalent TO
phosrhate of lime il is found u contain
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-08-13

ALMERICUS ZArPOSE. Modern Language
WILLIAM Mcleod. Drawing
TIME Both SESSION OF THIS SCHOOL, Tor
merly conducted by Benjamin Hallo"el VIII
begin on the 18th y Sepiemccr merit an" ct"'e
~, The 3OtL of jane. 1860. The course of In-
struction is designed to prepare hoys for the
University of Virginia, any other College, or TO
fit them for the duties of life The School is pro-
yided with very extensive Philosophical and
Chemical Apparatus, and All excellent set of Engi-
neering Instruments.
TrRus-Bourd and Tuition in everything ex
cept Modern Languages aud Drawing $3.50, per
session, payable semi annually in advance. Fuel.
Gas. Pens, Ink, and Pencils 49, Modern Lam
euaces and Drawing at Professors charges.
For catalogue and further information. address
WIN. :. KEMPER, Alexandria, Va.
NorE.-A limited number Of Day Scholars will
he received. Tuition, $50 per session. Modern
Languages and Drawing as above. jy 3O-w6w
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nTlIER THINGS BESIDES MlSlC.--ln ad-
~ dition to the largest stock Of MI SIC ever
kept in this place. either of the cities OF the
District, keep constantly well selected variety
Of Writing and other PAPERS, Envelopes. Inks,
Pens, Pencils. and in fact about every thing in
cluded under the general head of STATIONARY.
Also, Combs. Brushes. Soaps, Pertumery. Knives,
Scissors, Silver TlimbIeS, Hey Rings. Porte Mo
naies, Retcules Work Boxes. Writing Desks III
Mahogany, Rosewood and Morocco; Port F"i"s,
Card Cases, Call Bells Head Dress Pins, different
culors; Chessrneu Dominocs, WaA Matches. Water
Col"rs, Revolving Dice Boxes, "a new artirlc;)
Mathematical Instruments. and great many 9TH
er things which to name would make this notice
too long. In conclusion, | will just say they are
all for sale ut the very lowest rates.
oup I-tf GScpt JOHN H. PARROTT.
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EDUCATIONAL.
ALEXANDRIA BOARDING SCHOOL.

KOSIIusKO KEMpER, Instructor in Ancient Languages
JAMES G. CLARK. Mathematics ami Civil Engineering
DELAWARE KEMPER Eng. Branches AMI Nal Siti'ces'
ALMERICUS ZAPPONE, Modern Languages.
W L Nil nInMing.
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5 kegs Rough and Ready do; IS boxes me-
,lium do; 10 bbls aud eases Smoking Tobacco: -
boxc. Scotch Snuff: 5 hhlS. de-. do; ~ kegs loose
do; 30 jars Ruppec do; also, large stock of Sc
CARS. We have bought our Tobacco, Segars.
&C. on the most favorable terms. We invite AN
examination of our stock rs we will sell aS low
can he bought here or Baltimore.
j. H. McVEIGH L son,
NH II Prince street Wharf.
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cd OVAL WINDSOR" BITTERS and " b.
IL S0T," Indispensable To Bar, aud me- q
cellcnt TONES, for sale by
teL IL RIDGELY, HAMPTON 4 o.
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INVITE CITIZENS AND STRANGE
/ call at my MANrPACTORy, No. liI hiNC ~
BETWEEN WAsBISGros ASp ST. Ashr6 'i''
and examine my large and bandsOme a'-"i'-
Of SADDLERY GOODS, ~ | do not inteII"
surpas-ed in my line oi bushes, Icy any I'D"
have on hand, and AIN daily uanuia''u'l
6ne and superior mn sr-ortment as can he '-.
any of the Northern cities. My stock ''~I ..
as great a variety H. can be found 10 aug .
aouse, consisting of HARNESS of all EH"r
the fine quilt work down t" the dray. ca. o.,
plough Harness; TRUNKS Of every h",I'
Sole Leather, Steel Spring Iron fram' q.
Trunks and Bonnet BoI-s, aud all "'h'i l..
down 10 the common Packing Trunk - d,
Brides. Martingills, WHIP. a., a, h'' ...
finest; Buffalo and Fancy Rohe., DIVINE
Horse Covers, Carpet Bag, NalLre'' 49,
all kinds Call and zee for yCur.eI'e'' In.
Thankful for the very liberal Paironaast -.
fore extended, / solicit a continuance oil .N'
and pledge myself to spare 10 pans !" 90. .r,..
faction. All goods warranted I" lie a. 'TpgrTT
oct 31-tf WV. r. fH' IA
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BOOTS AND SHOES.

OTlCE.-The subscriber takes pleasure in
~ informing his friends. and the public that he
ha. taken the stand No. 9 Royal street, lately
occupied by Decton 4 kidwell. and is prepared 10
furnish any kind of BOOTS and SHOES, at the
shortest notice. He has engaged the services of
bis father. and other competent workemn, and he
will endeayor to please all who may favor him
with their kindness.
ana g-3t. c. W. DEETON.
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1J00PED SKIRTS: Skirt Supporters Covered
j / Reeds; Steel Hoops in sets; Silk, Thread,
and Buckskin Gauntlets; an elegant assortment of
Combs and Brushes; Black Silk Mits; Palm Leafand
Paper Fans; Morocco, Silk. and Elastic Belts; Jet
Buckles and Breast Pins Travelling Bags; Purses;
Port Monies; Cotton Fringe; Dolls and Doll Heads
OF all sizes; Gents Thread aud Cotton Hosiery &C.,
&c. for sale very cheap for cash at
C. z. BERRY'S,
aug Civ ~, King street.
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GROCERIES, &c.
blackjack, MARSHALL, & CO.,


GROCERS AND COMMISSION MERCHANTS,
DEALERS Is FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC
LIQtORS, WINES, TEAS, SEGARS. Dc, &c,
Blackjack Wharf Alexandria, Virginia.
IL AVE in store. and are daily expecting per
Il l. Schrs. Rescue and Statesman. from New York,
and Steam Packets from philadelphia, one Of the
largest and best selected STOCKS OF GOODS,
ever offered in this market, to which We invite the
attention of the trade generally. Wename III part:
SUGARS, M0LASSES, COFFEE.
TEAS.-l5O chests Gunpowdcr, Imperial, and
Young llySon and - chests Black Teas
CANDLES.-200 boxes Adamantine and sperm,
and 27j boxes Mould Candles.
SUNDRIES.-lOO boxes Starch; so assorted
Candy; $40 bags assorted shot: 100 nests tubs
100 doz Painted Buckets; 40 terccs Cider Vinegar;
&C., &c.
They have. also. on hand, full stock of LII
QUORS: WHISKEY; BRANDIES; WINES
also. TOBACCO, SEGARS, Sc. NH y
MARSHALL { WARD are now receiving their
wi Spring Supplies Of Family GROCERIES, t"
which they invite the attention of their customers
and dealers generally.
10 hhds. prime 2. r. Sugar
10 :" common do do
90 bills. Yellow and c. yellow Sugar
10 boxc. Lowering Il Co.'S Loaf do
10 bbs. Crushed and Granulated do
10 " Patent Cut Loaf do
10 " Sugar House Syrup do
10 " Golden Syrup
- bags Rio and Laguyra Coffee
ID Old Government Java io
." Old Brown Government Java do
20 chests Gunp"wicr Tea part prime
100 boxes Patent Sperm, Solar Sperm, Adaman
tine and Hydraulic pressed Candles
10 do. do. Jenkins Mould Candies
500 sacks Il. A. Salt, 300 do. Marshall do; 100
do. Ashton's do. Pine Apple and English Dairy
Cheese, Pepper Pimento, Starch. Rice. Soda. Gin
ger. and all articles usually found in Grocery
establishments.
Eiy- w. II King Street. Aler""d'i". ap IL
TINOBACCO. SEGARS, ac.-Thc undersigned
are now receiving AMI have in store, their
,st,,,I ~ -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-08-13

TINuE CASH SYSTEM AD0PTED.-The sub
i .rribcr having tried the credit system, and
found that il would not pay, has concluded to adopt
the CASH principle. In future, and from this
date he will continue To do business upon this
principle. In bidding adieu to the old system, he
would return his thanks To his customers for past
favors and hopes by strict attention. and such IN
lucements he may offer, TO continue IT under
IN. new. JOHN l.. SMITH.
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