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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18
From Washington.

WASHINGTON, May lG.--All the new naval
steamers will be placedin commission as soon
as they shall be successfully finished; and
before the close of this year every available
vessel will probably be in active service
This design is not, however, with any refer
ence to the European war, as no damage to
our commerce is unprecedented from that
cause Vera Cruz is considered in official
Quarters, to be one of the most important
points where large fleet is required, and
hence additional vessels will be dispatched to
the Gulf of Mexico. The facilities in the
neiehborhood Of Central America, afforded
by our souadrons, either for sea or land op-
erations are considered sufficient for all emer-
gencies.
According to a general order just issued
from the adiutant generals office, the officers
of the medical and pay department may by
virtue of their commissions. command all
enlisted men. like other commissioned OH
Gers.
The following military stations are an
nounced as double ration posts from the date
of their establishment and while occupied by
not less than one company: Department OF
Texas-Fort Quitman and Camp Hudson.
Department Of Oregon-Fort Bellingham;;
Department of California--Forts Creek and
Ternaw, and New San Diego.
of nineteen samples of canvas mail bags
submitted, the contract for supplying which
has besn awarded, only four of them were
selected by the Postofhee Department COM
mission as being of the 6rst quality with re-
gard to material and workmanship. Sever
al protests have been made against the award
but the question will not be re'opened.
The defence of Westcott, the postmaster ut
Philadelphia, in answer to certain charges
against him, occupies it is said upwards OF
fffy pages of manuscript. 1t was received
about three weeks ago. bpt % yet there has
been no definite actio1.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The channel in the East River, at New
York, is rapidly closing and where FIVE
years ago vessels of any draught could safe
" pass, those of ordinary draught now find
bottom. In the past month vessels have
grounded off the pier between the mud bank
and Governors Island, occasioned by the
Battery enlargement. On Saturday, the
shin Samaritan, from Liverpool, drawing
about nineteen feet of water, grounded on
the above shOal
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The British yacht St. Ursula, Commander
Cairnie, arrived at New York on Sunday
evening, in thirty days from the Clyde, on
pleasure trip. She sails under the flag OF
the Admiralty, by permission of the British
government belongs to the Royal Yacht
Club, and her model was taken from the
celebrated yacht America She is top-saill
schooner rugged, and for comfort cannot east
" he excelled
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

On Thursday three ships from Europe
landed at the port of New York l,73s immi-
grants. Eight ships arrived on Friday,
bringing an aggregate of 2,7l7 passengers,
making 5,455 for the two days. Most OF
them came from northern Europe. and all of
them belong to the laboring classes who are
accustomed to hard work and frugal living.
About 5000 more are known to DO now on
the voyage from Liverpool. They are gene
rally bound to the West.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

An immense crowd attended, on Sunday
last. the ceremonies of the laying of the cor
nerstone of new building for the protec-
ton of Orphans, and the reception Of the
Homeless, at Boston, under the management
of the Catholic Church.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The Emperors of France and Austria, the
King of Sardinia and several of the Cabinets
of other European States, have issued pro
CARNATIONS and addresses to their own peo-
pie, and ito the rest of mankind" in relation
to the war They all make out their own
case TO their own satisfaction"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18
Keen Cool.

The week precedinga Presidential or Cub
ernatorial election is generally married. by a
high degree of excitement in tbs State
We sincerely trust that the present election
will prove an exception to the remark. We
can see no reason in, no excuse for, any bad
feeling among our fellow-citissns on account
of an honest difference ofopinon among them
as to the choice Of a Chief Magistrate ET-
niniG Lnder
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The list Of the persons saved from the
ship Romance, as published in the Tele-
graphic dispatches in yesterdays Gazette,
should have been, from ship Pomona, an ac-
count of the loss of which vessel was pub
lished in the foreign news.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

Prof Harrison having given notice of his
intention to resign the Chair of Latin, at the
close OF the present session, the Board Of
Visiters of the University of Virginia, will
proceed, at their next meeting, the 18th Of
June. to appoint successor. Applications
should be addressed to the Rector, Thos. JEFF
ferson Randolph, esq, care of Prof. Maui
min, University of Virginia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The Cincinnati Gazette says that in Long
worths wine house there is wine enough. of
last years growth, to fill ninety Thousand
bottles. The entire amount of wine on
hand ia estimated at upwards of three hun
dred and ten thousand bottles.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The smaller potentates of Europe are
hosting sail, and scudding. The tempest is
too severe for their frail barks. The Grand
Duchess of Parma, has followed the example
of the Grand Duke of Tuscany, and fed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The case of the arrest of the French consul
at New Orleans, on the charge of harboring
a deserter from some vessel. was stated some
time agoto be settled satisfactorily by apollo
gies for the same from the authorities at
New Orleans. But in diplomatic point of
view, it is still unsettled The French Min
ister Count Sartiges, who has received his
leave of absence, still remains for the ad-
justmeut Of the affair, as between the two
governments.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

We learn from the Charlestown Spirit of
Jefferson, that Colonel Josiah W. Ware, of
Clarke CO., shipped q few days ago, for Cali
fornia, Is head of sheep, for which he was
paid s75 piece. They we're by no means
the choice of his superior stock. He has
also shipped to the same State, his fine
blooded stallion, "Cosmo," at the price OF
1000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

AT Charleston, May 10th, the Grand Jury
refused to make presentment against Capt
VIM. c. Corrie, the principal owner OF the
Yacht Wanderer, whose exploits in conne1-
ion with a recent importation of Africans
into Georgia, have furnished so widely eA-
tended theme of comment throughout the
Union
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The committee appointed by the students
of Lynchburg College. to procure an orator
for the coming Commencement exercises
have induced the Hon William Ballard Pres
ton, of Virginia, to address them upon the
occasion
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The Virginia House." in Bristol, was
burnt to the ground on Thursday morning
last. about 3 o'clock. Most OF the furniture
in the totel was saved The property was
purchased at cost of So, 900, year or two
since, and insured for 81 500 in the Lynch
burg Fire Insurance Company.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The alleged alliance between France and
Russia is strongly denied in England and
both Mr.. D'Israeh and Sir John Pakington,
in speeches at the hastings. have positively
declared that there is no title of truth in the
report. All that has been done, says Mr.
D'Israeii, is that Russia has agreed, in case
of a war, 10 place an army of observation on
the Prussian frontier; and this. he says, is no
more than England is going to do in sending
feet into the Mediterranean.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The New York Herald gives long account
Of the instrumental, choral, and solo music
in the fashionable and popular Churches in
New York" All the Italian phrases are
used. in operate style.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

Rev. Mr.. stringfellow, recently injured by
having his carriage run into on the Central
Railroad, is rapidly improving.
DACON.-30 hhds. prime Western Smoked
ID Sides and Shoulders. for ssle by
myl3. WHEAT 4 BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The Legislature of California has rejected
the bachelors homestead bill, which propo-
sed to give to men who prefer life of sin
sleblessedness the same immnnity from sell
cure of their homesteads for debt ~ is now
enjoyed by those who have the good sense to
oct married
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

Our accounts from the discussion at Lees
burg, between Messrs. Goggin and Mon
taguc, are to the effct that Mr.. Goggin most
triumphantly sustained himself and his
cause and-that old Loudoun will be reused
to roll up her former Wing majority, if not
TO increase it, So mote it be
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18
Receipts for Societies.

The following is n comparative statement
Of the receipts for two years of the various
institutions which held their anniversaries
in New York last week:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The dwelling house, furniture, and library
of the Rev. Mr.. Owen, rector Of the Protes-
tant Episcopal church, at St. Augustine,
Texas, were destroyed by fire on the 29th
,,lfip,n
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

II is said that the British government
through their minister here, Lord Lyons
has made demand for the extradition OF MIR,
Tv,er. the l.. 8. Marshal Of Michigan, who
was lately tried for killing Capt. Jones, of
on American merchant schooner, in British
waters.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

Mr.. VIM. VI. Burwell has announced him
self a. a Democratic candidate Tor the Legis-
ture, in Bedford county.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The Boston ice dealers ship cargoes Of ice
TO Philadelpbia. and carry back return car
1oes of coal. These dealers hare combined
70 increase the price Office.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

The personal difficulty between Ex-Goy.
Lowe, of Nd, and William p. Maulsby esq,
has been amicably adjusted through the in
terposition of the Hon. Henry May and Mr..
Baughman, on the part of the former. and
John j. Berret, Esq, and Major Tyler. I. ).
NJ, in the behalf Of the latter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

Captain Henry L. Champlin, one of the
Oldest ship-masters out of the port Of New
York, died on Monday, at his residence at
Essex, Connecticut, at the age of % years
Captain Champlin was long connected with
the London line of packet ships. and was.
we believe, one of the owners of that line.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

Walter Preston. esq, Wing candidate for
Attorney General. delivered an address at
Lynchburg, on Wednesday night. On
Thursday several members of his party pre-
scented him with splendidly bound copies Of
Irving's Life of Washington, Illustrated
Shakespeare, and copy of the Holy Bible
the latter designed for Mrs. Preston: At
his departure from that city, nearly 800 gen
tlemen escorted him to the depot. Cannot
Mr.. Preston be induced to visit Alexandria?
All Of our citizens are anxious to hear him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18
PUBLISHED DAILY AND TRI-wEEKLY By
EDGAR SN0WOEN.
ALEXANDRIA:
WEDNESDAY MORNING, MAY Is, 1859.
We have three DAYS later foreign advices

We have three days later foreign advices
by the steamers Arago, of Cape Race,
and Nova Scotian, at Quebec. The Balti-
more Sun says The dates are to the
4th instant, and confirm an actual state
of war, and formal declaration by France
at the hands of Napoleon III-but do not
show that a conflict of arms had rs yet ia
ken place between the Austrians and Sardi-
mans, as reported by the previous arrival.
The war, however, is fixed fact French
and Austrian troops were concentrating
for the encounter, and the destruction,
waste and arrangement that will ensne must
be on 30 stupendous scale that the whole
commercial and monetary world cannot fail
to be affected thereby. The Paris Bours CON
tinued to decline, and cotton was also again
/ lower, while breadstuffs had been buoyant
and advanced again considerably. but closed
quiet. Provisions continued to advance,
with speculative demand. The effect OF the
war upon our own business affairs is, 30 far
far from being beneficial. The fall of cotton
and of stocks, both of which we can spare
in abundance, is not compensated by the
rise in breadstutfs and provisions, whereof
there is a scarcity.
The news by the Vigo. three days later
still, so far as it concerns the war, had not
been received at the time this paragraph
was written
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

Hon. joins LETCHKR, Democratic candi-
date for Governor of this State. not being
able, in consequence of indisposition. to ad-
dress the people in person, ut their various
Court Houses. has published long address
to the Voters Of Virginia. In this address he
explains his views and sentiments on Inter
nal Improvements, on the Divorce of the
STATE from the Banks, the Pension Bill, Dis
tribution and the Tariff, the Slavery ques-
ton, &c. He Celebrates all these points, and
defends his positions on them. With regard
to the slavery question, he says that in ls4I
he entertained the opinion that slavery was
social and political evil, and that he did not
change that opinion until l8I9-but that
then he became satisfied that his opinions
were erroneous, and that he avowed the
change. The address contains the substance
Of Mr.. Letcher's speeches to the people since
the present canvass commenced, in vindica-
ton Of his political sentiments. There are
no new issues made in it, and no topics dis
cussed with the pros and cons Of which the
public are not familiar
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-05-18

Some of the new decimal coins of ,Canad J
twenty. ten, and five ct. pieces-have been
received in the United States.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1859-12-06


=" me senate and House At Dsisgaies of hs Generai
A"eD'biy NJ he Commonwealth of Virginia.
6ENiENES Leaving details Of my first message and
miscellaneous subjects, 20 second communication
continue % call your attention 70 various subjects Of
most immediate magnitude.
ask Tor specinl favor 70 tho gallant militia corps who
have volunteered 20 spiredly for public defence They
have ryalcd each other IN patriotic aud martial spirit
and the lesson taught them + worth far more than the
money expended IN calling them forth. sud the public
spirit inspired gves the confidence ola victory least
over state OF comparative Reorganization. cannot
di.iingnsh among the corps, except iu training and
drL The lsi regiment Of volunteers j. now worthy Of
being he pride Of the State Foster H. aud never let IL
be ICES ~ numbers OF lower IN discipline. Besides its
pay AK that u may be compimeuied with flll camp
eluPpage and be allowed AZ state expense a troop Of
chFhlIy vim military saddles brides and valises and
srned with 'ots army rcvovers with brecch attached
ahd sabre. and uniform 20 be prescribed by the gov
ehor, and 70 be h guard Of honor on state Occasion,
armed scout guard and placed NJ its head Captain
Henry Hunter q Jefferson who did rood service A
hfpcrs FERRY, aud trust that corpa With tho others
VINO kept constant guard Charlcsown under Colonel
g'b'on, may be handsomely compImentod. Catt Bots
deserves TO be noted
beg You 70 thank the MARYLAND volunteers and p,r.
ucnlarly Their body Of surgeons with j. w r. Dunbar
Nrgininian by birth, NJ their head.
Got smith the devOted superintendent has proved
That INC hitArY institute can make men Of boys have
allowed and invited bin display his howi,zcrs before
you on his return with them from actual service beg
mat Tue annuity 10 ths nursery Of officers for citizen sol
u'.r. may be doubled ~ propose
70 Az Who have rendered service tender Of thanks
ioa lev individuals, sDccially by name, an aoknow.
"ugm'" dne without lnyidiousness. Col. J. Lucu'
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1859-12-06
RICHMOND WING.
To CoRRRsPONDKNrs.
Rxtrnct Of Letter.

The following is of letter to an intelligent
enterprisng and wealthy gentleman in this city, from
correspondent in the interior Of the State Of New York
who is represented to us man of intelligence and
substance:
"ALBANY, " V, 26th Nov, 1852
my DEAR SIR:-iou mistaken 10 the opinion
Of the North. have heard general condemnation IL
execration of Brown. Himself aud his find
apologss People living in security do not attach su
hcient Importance TO the treason OF Brown but YOU
RELY upon IL the effects will be lasting and favorable
the South for IL has opened the eyes of thousands
the North who heretofore have reflected much about
It, but shudder the result Of the principles of the
Abotouists. Too much apathy has existed supposirg
il only talk but that they have acted their
principles people becoming alive TO their arocity
=" Believe me, yours truly"
We hope the foregoing extract represents correctly
the condition of public sentiment the North in regard
TO the Abolition invasion at Harpcrs Ferry. But
confess that have ourselves but little justify
the hope that the North is sound rs it should be- on
the in question. Certain it is that whatever
conservatism is there ia dormant, inactive, and of
practical value the South. We have only TO say that
IT, is said large majority of the Northern people
terrain just and friendly feelings towards the South and
ready and willing rown down all aggression upon
Southern rights and institutions let the fact be maniie
ted publicly emphaticaly and Enthusiastically and forth
with. II this be done then see but little hope Of
continuing to live together Under the govern
ment. The Northern people, conservatives and mad
men, utterly and entirely mistaken in regard the
actual condition of public opinion in Virginia and the
South at the present time. We can assure them in all
sincerity and eAndOr that the citizens of yirgnia
more thoroughly indignant and aroused than they
have been since the adoption Of the Federal Constitution
In conclusion thea may not appeal to the Norih-
people and the representatives OF the Northern peo
PIE, 70 tel frAnkiy and explicitly where the NORTH
really stands and what really contemplate so far as
the South End her institutions eoncernei II con
servats predouinAtes will they make the fact pub
Hcly and satisfactorily kuownS
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1859-12-06

'THE SOLDIERS RETURNED IRON THE WAR"-The How
itzers, Young Guard and German Rifles, reached this
city yesterday afternoon by the Northern cars und
the command of Col. August. They we're welcomed
home with loud cheers by large crowd which had A.
sembed at the depot in anticipation OF their return
the same manifestation Of approval and qualification
20 Main, down Main Fourteenth and up Fourteenth 10
the Square where they welcomed by the Governor
IN brief speech, in which he stated TO the Howizers
that their guns were ready for them; and also
mended to the regiment through their Colonel the pro-
priety OF making preparation for the reception OF tie
Cadets from the Military Institute who visit Il
city In few days. After hearing the Governors wei
coming speech, each company assigned to the com.
mand of it, captain by whom they quickly dismissed
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1859-12-06
THE LEGISLATURF

Both branches OF the General Assembly YESTERDAY
ut the Capitol, and organized for the session
In the Senate, Lit. Gov William l.. Jackson, presided
and will continue 90 act Speaker orfco until hi
successor, Mr. Montague is installed Lieut.. Gov on
LIST January. Mr.. Jackson elected clerk.
The House of Delegates organized by the election
OF Mr.. y. ~ Crutchheld of Sposyvaniaa Speaker
F. Gordon, of Albemare, Clerk; w. E. VI. Word OF Bot
etourt Superintendent. d. Burrows, of King William
LIST Keeper, and Robert W. Burke, of Augusta 2d
Door-keeper.
The length Of the Governors messages which we pub
ish this morning. excludes regular report of the
Legislative proceedings. 1t will appear tomorrow
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1859-12-06
NEGRO HlRISG AND GENERAL AGENCY.
p VI. TARR A, SnV

TTHND 20 the Hiring out Of Negroes collecting the hr
N 60 he Renting out u Houses collecting The
h@us 70 the sale Of Real Estate and Negroes B B
Sdy % Ne sale Of Produce. and to the collection claims u
every description and tender their their pan
20 the public generally, ensuing year r-Ofcc m a.
Old Post Once. Fyrh IotsT a.
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1859-12-06
MRS. L. LYONS
FASHIONABLE MILLINERY ROOMS
afAUS

hYlTs the attention Of stranger, visiting tie city 81,
u public generally, 20 her OcS Of Millinery Fanny q
ooods Consisting u style winter HATS, ICADDREss ~
ks HAIR BRAlDs CURis &C. 3C, TO which dispose Of
reasonable terms.
Dresses and ciOaki made order In fashionable styles
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1859-12-06
SALE OF LAND, NIGROES, Ne.

az WEDNESDAY, The lth Of December 1850 n fs n not
NIthe next fair day, shall Offer
Tract Of Land lying In the County ~ Cumberland I'VE mill from
FArmyins hreefoufths o. mile from The p Roal
containing little les Than POUR HUNDRED ACgg3 ro III h.
o Of which In original growth Of The wood land ls Gns
Plant Land The Land y In high
70 clover and vel adapid 20 be growth Of Tobacco Corn Wheat
osb and Gras-thorouEhy dehrd and ven enclosed Upon
land spacious and comfortable DWELLING HOUSE md Il.
outhouses Al Negro Quarters and Plantation
hous are new aud vel built Upon THIS Land celebrated
LACkLAsD WELL 80 long and ayorahiy known 0r m medical
guahues, Gud The remarkable elected nv az.
gHrdhds, having been been entirely
would ti b. proper accommodations ssrs r.
Tsed The digs q tits Land u further enhanced by s bsny
unferlaid uith coal. 7
~ ue same time and place, shall The st1rt o.
HORAkS, (amonE them excellent pair rarr4ra horses
WA0ONS, CARTS, UTENSILS, Ar
s.H - ne same me ana place oTer for sale TWENTY
AthELi NtehltS consisting % Men. Women aud thifsn
TshAs made known On The dag d sale
JOHN WALKER
Richmond daily Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1842-1861, 1859-12-06
THE CENTRAL sOUTuE:


No. RIGHTS ASSOCIATION, Virginia will meet in the
fA the House OF Delegates this TUESDAY NIGHT ~
CLOCK
~ SPECIAL NOTICE.-The sale of
- Mr. rhos J. Deane's Parm In Gooehand countv al
vertsed by James Lyons trustee will place TUESDAY
The 18th Dec 1882 together with 80 vau
Die, and also all the stock, Crops &c Persons
posed 10 ate nd the sale Monday
2ih inst at oioek by the Boat accomm5
dated At Cedar Point Goocand C. night au from
which places there will be
The next day distant only about mile
estates than this market excellent opportunity
offered those disposed purchase valuable Farm sa
and all necessary personal property
For terms &C, auction head.
no5-dSotd GODDIN APPERsON Auei.
NOTHCE.-The particular attention OF
49, the puhneia respectfully called this morn
ing a. 10y oof ofihA very vAusble FARN lately paraed
- Ohas Marx, ksq the balance Of the Plantation % yu
able slaves blooded mules h0rsss wagons cr
der shueks straw, vegetables, farming nplenent. &C.
for Particular, suction column
CLOCK, viii be sold, the slaves
noe-lt JAS " TAYLOR son. Aue,,.