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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13
A Political Picture.

The Washington States, one of the most
ably e,litcd Democratic papers in the coun-
try, makes the following indictment against
Mr.. Buchanan:
"lle found redundant treasury--he
squandered the surplus, and is now clamorous
for an increase of taxation to supply an un-
accountable deficiency. The necessities Of
the Government demand economy of expendi-
turc; the estimates are hard upon hundred
million. The people were induced to antici-
pate a return to tho simplicity and purity of
early days; never did corruption exhibit such
rank uxuriance Of growth in every depart
mcnt Of the public service. They were prom
ised rcform-they have an aggravation OF
abuse. They expected misunderstanding
are inSulted by proposals for the most absurd
and mischievous appropriations. Millions
have been expended for the suppression Of
Mormonism, and the abomination hourishes
with undiminishcd vigor and more auda-
cous ambition. Much profession of fidelity
to State rights was INDUCED by the Admins
tration. and its pledges are redeemed by pro
tective tariffs and Pacific railroads. Tho
country was instructed to rejoice over the
remuneration Of the right Of search by Great
Britain and in the midst of the triumph,
American ships are boarded in American
waters and subjected to every species OF IN
dignity. "-I%tcrYJ,ug hiciligencer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

Latest from Europe.

ST. JOINS, (N. F. September lO.-Thc
Vanderbilt steamship Ocean Queen, from
Havre the 3lst August, via CoweS the lst OF
September, passed Cape Race at o'clock
this Saturday morning on her way to New
York
There was nothing of Importance known
respecting the doings of the Zurich confer
ence.
The whole amount of the Russian twelve
million loan had been subscribed, and ex-
changes on St. Petersburgh had fallen three
per cent.
A Bavarian loan for the purpose of detray-
ing the military expenses of the country had
been issued at 9S! per cent.
Advces from Athens report the dlssolu-
ton of the Greek Chambers
The sales OF the three days ending the "oth ut,
in the Liverpool Cotton market were 2"oOO bales,
Of which spectators and exporters each took =
500 bales. The market closed firm, with an ad-
vancing tendency, and III some cases prices were
l -l6d. per pound higher; middling Orleans was
quoted l-l6d: and miiiling tplands l3-l6d.
The Liverpool Brcadstufs market was very dull.
Richardson. Spence It Co. state that the weather
had been stormy and uufayoraule for the crops,
but the harvest almost over. Flour was very
dull and easier, but quotations unchanged; amcri-
can los GGl2s Wheat very dull; red -. I'D. a. u;
white gs. o. til. Corn steady mixed and vel
low Is. 6d. GL5S: 3D. white =. CL1s. I'd.
The Liverpool Provision market hud declining
tendency. Beef was heavy, aud holders were
pressing on the market Pork heavy and nominal.
Bacon dull, and nominally unchanged.
Cou,ols steady, and closed on the %lSt at "Js
Ggjs
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13
Are Dogs Property

Judge Russell yesterday decided that they
were. He quoted the common law, and the
statutes to sustain the opinion, dipped into
the tcrG nature. discussed the laws of per
sonal property, and finally concluded that
Deanis Campbell's demurrer to the indlct-
ment for larceny Of dog could not be sus-
tanned. No one doubts that dog is pro-
perty; poor dog, in which category NEST
dogs fall, is poor property, and the sooner
some one steals him, or kills him, the better
for the owner But Judge Russells deci-
sion has one bearing decidedly discreditable
TO the city Of his residence. IL dogs are
property, then the ordinance conhscatng
them to the public, interferes with the right
of property in dogs, and the great city of
New York, by virtue of its dog pound, be-
comes gigantic receiver of stolen goods,
and all who aid and abet the giving to ''evc-
nv dog his day." Mt the merciless boat, foot
of 2Sth street, are particeps criminis.
At one fell swoop, by one stroke OF the
judicial pen, the Judge dog-matica!ly de-
cidcs that, a dog being property, those who
steal him commit larceny, and are liable to
the penalty therefor. This decision, though
late, IL comforting to the shades VI the oUOu
CANNES, now latrdntes canes on the bank of
the Styx, who met their sad fate unwhnins-
" at the hands Of the city dog-killer during
the month when Sirius is supposed to reign
and dogs to delight to bark and bite. -
But what punishment shall fall upon tho
guilty city for its misdeeds, in thus booming
to death Tray Blanche, and Sweetheart,
and ours of low degree, who trespassed
within the reach of the dangerous classes,
that first lured to the pound, then led the
Way"
1t may be said that government can regu-
late the tenure of this, as well as of other
species Of property, and prescribe rules for
its possession without out-lawry. That ex-
cusc may do for dos-slayers and dog-stealcrs.
1t is poor consolation to the dogs themselves.
N. y. Commercials
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13
Douglas Clubs.

Itappears that political clubs are now the
order of the day in the North. Heretofore,
Clubs have generally been formed to promote
the election of candidates already nominated;
but Douglas friends in the North seem in
disposed to wait such consummation. Al
ready we see that the friends of the Little
Dwarf in New York, are forming Douglas
Clubs. A New York correspondent of the
Charleston Mercury says:
Judge Meek and Judge Forsyth of Ala
bama, tried and trusty friends of Douglas,
are now in the city for the purpose of atten-
ding secret Convention of Douglas Demo-
Gratis, soon to be held here to advise ways
and means for the advancement of their man.
Douglas clubs are now being rapidly formed
here and all over the Union. Ward associa-
tons in the same interest, are beginning to
spring up, and it will not be long before
every ward will have one. The movement
is spreading Southwark, and | understand
that there are two clubs, of one member
each, in your Statc-onc in Columbia and
the other in Edgchcld.'
Douglas clubs appear to have been gcner-
ally formed in the West. There is one ut
Pittsburg.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13
Mexican Affairs.

WASHINGTON. Sept. ll.-Mr. McLane, our
minister to Mexico arrived here to-day, hav'
ing left Vera Cruz on the 18th ut. Our gov,
eminent had previously granted him two
months leave of absence.
Reliable accounts Just received from Mexi.
co, mention tina. Senior Fucnte. who held a
cabinet Office under President Comonfort'
administration, has been appointed minister
of foreign affairs, the duties OF which were
heretofore discharged by Senior Ocampo, who
remains in charge of the Home Department
under the constitutional government.
All our consuls. with the exception of Mr.
Black at the city of Mexico, are everywhere
officially recognized. ThcmoSt friendly feel
ings are expressed by the LihcralistS for the
United States, from which they expect aSsis-
lance in their struggle against the reaction
lists. Americans in Mexico, however, utter
their surprise that 80 much Indifference Is
manifested in this country towards the Llbcr,
al party, who continue to be enthusiastically
animated by hopes ofsuccess the immediate
want Of money, alone Gripping their energies.
Notwithstanding this troops, continue 10 be
raised for operations against The city OF Mex,
leo.
Mr.. McLane has returned withouta trea-
ty, but the matters III interest between the
two countries are such IL to leave no doubt
of an early accommodation. If Senior Serde
had been in Vera Cruz it is probable accord
ing to the accounts from that city, that n
convention or treaty would have been CON
cluded.
Eight of the crew of the United States sloop
Brooklyn had been tried for desertion, run
ming away with the ships boat and leaving
her among the breakers.
1t was reported in Vera Cruz that Mira
mon had called q iunto at the capital to ap-
point Vice President, or substitute, rs he
himself contemplates taking the field against
General Degollado, who was at San Lonis
Potosi organizing his forces, which amount to
about 10 600 men.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

PIrrsBrRG PolnEAEss.--The Pittsburg
PA Press, of the It'll inst, says "The
temporary foot-walk over the river at St.
Clair street has been thrown open to the
public, and constant stream of travel pass
ed over it yesterday. The rate Of toll l. one
cent for each male passenger. Ladies are
passed free of charge" It is hoped that
This marked Difference to 'crinoline" will
BE- properly acknowledged hy some Of the
"strong-minded' at the next "Women's
Rights Convention"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

The Charleston Mercury manifests very
little patience with the election Of cold San
Jacinto" as Governor Of Texas. 1t says
IAN impracticable and mischicvous issue
1.-THE revival Of the Slave Trade) has paralyz,
ed the State Rights party Of Texas, and
raised to power one Of the greatest enemies
to the South, and most unmitigated dema-
gocucs within our borders-a Southern Free
S0IerN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

Speaking Of the recent election Of Judge
Gholson, in the Petersburg District, and of
the refusal Of Judge G. to canvass for the
Office, the Lynchburg Virginian says, off all
judicial elections shall be conducted in this
way-if the people will continue to frown
upon everything like electioneering for such
oflices-there will be much mitigation of the
evils attending an elective judiciary"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

If Kansas is admitted into the Union un.
der the Wyandotte Constitution as she will
be, if the people ratify it at the polls-it viii
constitute State of seventy-nine thousand
two hundred and forty-eight square miles
This is more than twice as large as the State
Of Ohio, and two-thirds as large as Italy OF
the British Islands.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

The Ailanthus tree has, Of late, been very
much decryod. The Philadelphia Bulletin
says it is maligned-and that it has many
excellent qualities. Its wood is very yalua.
Die, and there is species which is free from
the unpleasant odor Of the kind which flow
ers in June and July.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

There are but few new books Of interest
announced in the last London papers. Even
Of novels, of which there is generally plen-
tiful crop, there is no mention. Adam Bede
will do for, at least, six months to come.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

The newspapers are not only busy in man
ufacturing candidates for the Presidentshlp'
but are especially exercised with regard to
candidates for Speaker and Clerk of the
House Of Representatives. The applicants
for the Public Printing are, also. coming
into the field
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

All the recent authentic accounts from
Liberia, speak in the most favorable terms
of the prospects of the country, and Of its
being the place, above all others in the
world, for the colonization Of the free colored
people Of the United States.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

The Rev. Henry A. Wise, of Virginia, has
accepted a call to the Church of Our Sa'
viour in West Philadelphia, west of the
Schuylkill, opposite Philadelphia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

The Washington Constitution contains
very long article in reply to, and in refuta-
ton Of, Senator Douglass Essay on the Ter
ritorial question. Some attribute the article
to Judge Black.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

The Richmond Enquirer discusses the
question-"Shall the anti-Democratic states
over-rule the Democratic States, at Charles
ton2
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

IMPORTANT BY TELEGRAru.-Daily 10,
dents confirm US in the high estimate
have placed on the telegraph ~ IN agca,
civilization. The great heart Of the coun'r
to speake anatomically-bcatS along 81.
wires from extremity to centre, and f 2
centre to circumference. a day or tWo.m.
the aurora borealis tried the same gan.
emulous of the success OF the rest Of mansr.
and succeeded remarkably well. wearcs lai g
say. Nothing can happen now a day, t
deed, without response from this fs>ar-
agcnt-an echo, rather, and r"vcrl'rrn Q
OF that echo to the very end If the coGuoe.-
Tn yesterdays most important ryent'ro"
pred in Ohio. Dayton was the iorum'
city, city rs full Of merit as it IS Of mrI''.
ty, and though never intruding Itself wlla a
cause on our notice, it never hesitate, =
speak on great occasions. At that rly VI
Douglas arrived, an event itself. bat IA
than this he was, in the word. of the :
graph, taken to DR.. Edwin smiths r.
dence, where he retired to bed, Han u
Geographic dispatches of the dayare caI'ar',
no doubt but this is rs truthful ~ Itmuorf
tant; not for years have the wire, sent u'a''
thing more impressive, a' distinct w.
from the city Of Dayton.-ihH. In,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

PEAKS OF 0TTER.-Thesc celebrated mgur.
tain heights. says the Knoxville Wing. iu>,
rank among the natural curiositics Of VI;
ginia. With few exceptions they are 1
greater altitude than any mountains in ID.
Southern country. They are in the coua
ty Of Bedford, only some eight or tra
miles from the town of Liberty and ,are
thirty-tivc miles from the city Of LyncIml.
The northern peak is 1000 feet above ID,
plain and 5,30I feet above the level Of lr
ocean, which is more than "A mile IN height
The SUBMITS of these two peaks are perhaps
near two miles apart. The most Soubcry
peak is much visited by travellers and stri;.
crs. Approach them ~ you may, north .r
south, or on the railroad from the eat r
west, their interesting heights loom nP %
the distance far above all other objects, even
penetrating the clouds. Those who a,o.0i
TO the top of this peak find themselves ~
the wild platform Of one Of Mature, mo-
magnificent obscrvatorics, AMI apparrnir
above all things else terrestrial With ii"
use of spys lass one can distinguish iIou'-'
in the town Of Fincastle, some thirty M"
distant Ii is said that the eccentric jtl
Randolph once spcnt the night m thi. clr'l.
ted peak, attended BY no enc but his ,cr,am.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

Charles St. John Chubb, the younger
partner of the banking firm of Chubb Broth
ers Washington, died yesterday morning.
after an illness of several months.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13
TUESDAY MORNING, SKrrExBER l3, 1859.

The public just as confidently expect and
look for the next CONGRESS to devote great
er portion of its time to electioneering and
partizan purposes, in connection with the
next Presidential election, as if that was one
of the legitimate, recognized, and established
purposes, for which it assemblies and con-
tinues its sessions So accustomed have the
people become to seeing the halls OF Con-
gress used as arenas for the exhibitions of
political gladiators, that to omit that part OF
the performance, would be, in the estima-
ton Of many, to enact the tragedy Of Hamlet
with the character Of Hamlet left out Of the
play. Not that the great mass of intelligent
people desire this; not that the judgment Of all
right thinking men is not entirely and total
" opposed to this; but they succun'J to what
custom seems to have established, and to what
politicians would fain impose upon them
as necessity. There is no necessity for it.
1t is shameless peryersion of the duties and
obligations Of Members Of Congress. They
have no right, no business. on the floor of
Congress, and through their situations as
Senators and Representatives, to interfere
in making Candidates, for the Presidentship,
or pulling the wires" for Presidential
election. They are we'll paid, exorbitantly
paid. for attending to the Legislative affairs
ofthe country, and not for making Presidents
The university Of the South" to be loca-
ted in Franklin county, Tenn, by several
late muniGcent donations has had the sub
scription, required by the charter, compile
ted-viz: the sum of $500, O00-though the
Trustees have no idea of stopping there. The
success which has attended this enterprise,
thus far, is unprecedented, and bears pleas
ing testimony beth to the energy and ability
of the distinguished gentlemen having it in
charge, and the liberality Of Southern citi-
zeps.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

Vessels arriving at New York, report the
,nnearance of the Aurora Borealis (late'y
seen) as very beautiful at sea.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13
Tho Real Heroes.

The Paris Constitutional has greatly aston
ished the public by its praise of Garibaldi
and kossuth. 1t says
"Thcrc are two men whose fortunes during
twelve years have known the widest extremes.
For time partisan feeling followed them
and overwhelmed them with homage; for u
time it made them the ban OF the civilized
world We cxtravagantly praised and blam-
ed them; we deliberately admired them; we
Systematically illuminated them; we have
not yet Judged them.
The one, u simple child Of the people, is
only Il soldier of advcnture-he is the last,
but the most valiant of the Condotteiri.-
The other, descendant Of an ancient race,
is at once orator and statesman; like the chill
dren of an old Roman Patriarch, he owes
only to the tribune his power and his pres
tigc.
Both, with different arms, but with the
same conviction and devotion, have pursued
the same end. Both have struggled against
the crushing dominion Of Austria--both
havefo fought for the independence oftheir coun-
try. Joseph Garibadi in Austria, Louis Kos
suth in Hungary, have been the heroes Of a
war of nationality"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANcE.-HA nE
GsAcE, Sept. 9.-The schooner Sea Fowler,
Capt. Jones. left iIavre dc Grace on Satur-
day morning, September 3rd, with load Of
coal, bound To Annapolis, Md. On the 9th
or 9TH, the above vessel was boarded by Cap
tain Wilson, Of Hayro de Grace, and found
to be deserted, with anchor on the bow, sails
mrled, row boat gone, and about eighteen
inches Of water in the hold, and was then
adrift below Spesusia Island. Measures
will be taken 10 take her to Baltimore, il
possible.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

Yesterday was the anniversary Of the
Battle of North Point, and was duly cele-
brated by the ''Old Defenders" in Balti-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13
Teleoraphic DISPATCHES.

BaRSsrAELE, Mass, Sep. lo.-Capt Ba,
con, of schooner Elizabeth Bacon, which
carried slaves from Columbus to Norfolk,
has turned States evidence. This is mate
rally strengthening the prosecution. \ bill
has been found by the grand jury against
Capt. Orlando and Capt Crowell.
ST.. Louis, Sept. l0.-Ihe steamer VIM.
Garvin was sunk ON Wednesday night when
several miles below this city. The steamer
Adriatic, which was recently sunk near
Memphis, was valued at $1,000. Her car.
60 which consisted Of flour, tobacco and
grain, was almost entirely lost.
CONCORD, Sept. l0.-A fire occurred this
morning. destroying the Odd Fellows Hall,
a block of stores on Main street, owned by
A. Dean, dwelling and store owned by DIR.
More, a store owned by Mrs. Brown, with
several other stores and dwellings on War,
rem street.
New YORK, Sept l0.-The Brooklyn post
Office was robbed last night. All the letters
taken were opened and rifed of their con,
tents, some $1,000 in money. All the drafts
and money orders were mutilated and rem
derei useless.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

We are indebted to a friend for files Of
late English papers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

CURIOUS STArg4gNr.-Thcre I u'N,.
among the Jews ut Troy y. \. Their !
Jewish society in that city, and III maj :, - 4.
ETY. there is or has been one jewish h''.'
the only one in the city. ltisonparr"n''. Z
and makes bulk about four feet long A''
foot and q half high. 1t is a bulky BOZ
the medieval style of Bible. 1t seems = =.
u requirement Of the Jewish discipline 10
every Jewish woman confined must ie y
fined on or over the Jewish Bible. ~ ~
pened that on Friday night a Jc",'o
was confined. Herman Levy, Jew :
Tor OF Congress street, ser NJ . ei'D'
it, swore out search-warrant, ami r'F'..
it. This aroused the Jews. aud 2
scrimmage occurred among some % w (. +.
bers, after which the question rr'h"',.'
unsettled as before. IL Is SCI iorih Y!
officers Of the society that the Bible W.,
exclusive property Of the society "a
owned it for eleven years and pad -,
it, its original cost being 900. on' : -
claims to have paid S34 for it, and 70 -
owned it since lSj8.-ibany J'nr"a''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

SENATOR DorGLAs on WousN's Rr.n,.
Since the appearance Of Mr. Douglas r,f,,..
to }. b. Dora, Of Dubuque. Iowa. the So.
tor seems to have been taken with mt.....
letter-writing. The Bath Maine >r,.r.
gives publicity to the following:
washington, july II. -
Mrs. Lucy Stone-Dcar Madam. \ 3.
kind letter of the Sth inst, wishing me ra..
present ut convention of the ladies' 4 .,
Northwest, to be convened at Chicago on l,.
18th of September next, to devise measures IL
the promotion ofthe happine-, and pr.'r..
ton of the interests and rights Of the irma.,
sex, has Just been laid before me lua 4,
right dear madam, when you say thar LAS.
a deep interest in all that concerns the aH.,
ofour great and glorious country. Aai
need not now, after 80 many years Of ai,h.l
labor in the cause of popular sovereignty.
assure you that you have. in your cntray,r
10 "btai" the Utterly IF y"rcrniny ym,sio"a
yoar arm waY, subject oniy 10 Hc Ctlt.
hon ~ Tie Emted Suites, he fill roahhur
Of my unciicided sympathy. rrsrrr. dr4,
madam. that business of great Importanre
will prevent me from being present at your
convention. have the honor to remain
&c, :. A. DoUGl,>"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

Az AFRICAN METArHoR.-Th Liberia
lAfrical Star Of Liberty demolishes cotem-
porary in the following vigorous style =
"rhe editor Of the Herald is like a mad
dened bull-reckless, furious, and desperate,
Not even is the family circle sacred, nor the
graye free FROM his pollutionl hut with un-
haliowed hands he has descended into the
sanctity of the tomb TO vent his malice on
the living" \ mad hull descending with
unhallowed hands into the sanctity Of the
tomb to vent his malice on the Icing, is de-
cidedly rich. Shine on, bright Star.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-13

FLORA TrNrLE-The Wateryille Times
assures lis readers that the following is an
authentic record Of Flora Temples early
life: Flora Temple, the Queen Of the Turf,
was born in the town Of Sangeriield. She
was failed in 1854. and, when quite young.
sold to Nathan Tracy, Of Hamilton. Madison
county, for the sum of Sl3, who kept her
less than three years. Flora then became
the property Of VIM. Congden, of Smyrna.
Chenango county, who subsequently sold
her to Messrs. Richardson & kellogg Eaton,
Madison county. This firm kept a livery,
and Flora became quite popular with the
patrons Of their stable. Mr.. Richardson
finally took the mare to Washington iIol-
low, Duchess county. and swopped her of
for purse containing Sl15. FIora's dam
was Madame Temple, ''horse Of all work, f"
first owned by Elisha Peck, Of this village.
Flora was her first colt"