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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10
"a LOCKER ON.
Opposition Members of the Legislature.

1t would be alike ungrateful and unjust to
permit the session to close without bearing
witness to the frmness, fidelity, intelligence
and efficiency of the Opposition members of
the Legislature. Although in hopeless
minority in both branches, their steadfast
adherence to the interests of the State and
of the country has not failed to be felt in the
General Assembly. No body of men, SIM
ilary situated, could have manifested greater
courage and resolution, and their sterling
patriotism has been exhibited in ali their votes.
Their abilities have been recognized by the
Democratic members, and their constituents
over whose interests they have SO carefully
and zealously watched, may well feel proud
of them-and they cannot do better, certain
ly, than to return every man of them to the
next Legislature.-Rich.H Wig.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

ing at length called for, the resolutions were
negatiyed by large majority.
The thanks of the Conference were ten
dered to the people of Winchester, for their
hospitality; and to the various railroads Tor
passing the members at half fare.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

VIRGINIA LEGIsLATURE.-The business
transacted by the Senate, on Thursday, was
of no special interest. The House of Dele
gates adopted the joint resolutions, before
adopted by the Senate, adverse to sending
Delegates to a Southern Convention.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10
CONGRESS
[REpoRrED FOR TIE ALEXANDER. c,,,-
Senate, Friday, March .

the Levy Court If the District of C,lnnIS
to issue tavern licenses, &c.
Mr. Bright, from the Committee an pm.
Grounds, &C., reported bin 1, cuIarge ~,
Capital grounds. NM
Mr. Bright stated that the Cammi.,..
both Houses had unanimously agreed
this bill, and that be would call ii up...
early day, as he considered L qu-.ri.r Is
great importance whether tile Capirary,
be extended or not
The bill granting a pension q tha viao..
Of Gen. Persiter +. Smith, with ameDdna..
granting like pension to the widows
Macomb and Gen. Riley, was passed
On motion Of Mr. Mason, III ya. rl.1
us Hyatt was brought u the Bar ~ rha ~.
ate, and submitted, under oath. ~ \ y.
long answer to the questions "Whateyr...
have you 70 make for refusing n answer N.
! summons Of the lIarpers Ferry Iayc.r,.
ting Committee Are you now wII.rg,
answer the questions which NAV IL p1l
! YOU"
The Clerk began to read tha answer ..t
4 had proceeded at some length when
Mr.. Mason, Of Va, said that 4, .ha ~
swer to the first question was very on,
/ one he proposed that the answer t1 ny 4,
cond be first read
\ Mr.. Sumner, Of Mass, thought that b.r
/ ing asked the witness question. Il Nv.
manifestly unjust not T. hear LIS answer
| Mr.. Salisbury, Of bel, said thal .he .p
1 swer Of the witness had been laid Yesterday
/ upon the desks Of members Ii wa. fr.i
an argument against the authority VI IN.
| Senate, and then an expression 1T v
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

CoScRKss--The Senate was engaged yes
terday with the case of Hyatt, the reeusant
witnessPin the Harper's Ferry affair. The
business transacted by the House Of Repre-
sentatiyes was unimportant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

On Thursday, Senior Jose Berges, minister
plenipotentiary from the republic of Para
gaay, and Senior Bernardo Ostellado, secre-
tary Of the legation, were presented to the
President by the Secretary of State. They
were accompanied by Commissioner Bow
lin and Mr.. Ward, who accompanied the
expedition to Paraguay as interpreter The
address of the minister delivered IN the
Spanish language, expressed the sentiments
of friendly regard for the government and
the American people, and personal respect
for the President usual on such occasions.
The President replied with great cordiality.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

BOARD At CHARLEsToN.-The Augusta
Constitutionalist says.-We are informed,
on what we regard as reliable authority,
that the hotels in Charleston will charge five
dollars =, per day for board during the sit
ting OF the Democratic National Convention.
We hear it stated also that this charge will
commence several days before the Conven-
ton convenes.
The opinion prevails that the Convention
will be in session from two to three weeks.
The expense, therefore, for board alone, will
be about one hundred and fifty dollars for
each delegate in attendance at the Conyen-
ton. Visitors to Charleston will, of course,
be charged the same price, Charleston C0u-
rie,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

A general court martial has been ordered
by the War Department, to meet at tlarper's
Ferry, Va, on the 18th inst, or as soon
thereafter as practicable, for the trial of
such persons as may be brought before it.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

Mr.. Geo. SenIott, who IS in Richmond,
applying for Legislative action in the case of
Hazlett and Stevens, publishes note, in
which be says that he has been kindly and
courteously treated by the Governor, by the
members of the Legislature, and by the citi-
zens of Richmond He thinks that in no
other place in the world could stranger be
more Hospitality received.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The exports of produce and merchandise
from New York to foreign countries, during
the past month, have been larger than for
any February in past times, being $685.
97O
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The Northern Democracy are not altogeth-
er satisfied with the course of Democratic
Senators, in undertaking to construct plat
form for the Presidential campaign. If Pre-
sideptial platforms are to be constructed,
they ought to be built outside the walls of
the CaDitoI
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

A. NJ. Ball, esq, at present Master Armo-
rer at Harper's Ferry, has received the APP
pointment of Master Armorer of the Virgin
la State Armory.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10
Virginia News

4 prominent farmer Of Greensyille, states
that remarkable phenomenon has been re
Gently observed, both in that county and
Sussex, which deties explanation. The finest
oak trees of the forests are dead and dying.
That they have been effected by frost cannot
be, for they have withstood the chils Of win
tiers thrice as severe as the unusually mod
crate one through which we have passed
The extraordinary blight is the common
topic among the citizens 81 the counties
where it prevailed.
The Frederick County Democratic Con
vention has nominated T. w. NJ Holiday,
Commonwealth Attorney, and A. 4. Rob
inson. Commissioner Of the Revenue, for the
Northern District; J. q. Miller for Sheriff,
and =. Il. Williams for Commissioner Of the
Revenue of the Southern district.
Mrs. Agnes Wells, relict Of a revolution
airy soldier died in Fairfax county, On the
10Th ult., aged 90 years For many years
past she drew from the General Government
handsome pension for services rendered
his country by her husband.
Alexander Parkins, esq, addressed the
public, in Winchester, On Monday last, in
favor Of Il. NJ. 4. Hunter for the next Presi-
dency. lie was replied to BY james w.
keenan,, esq, il favor Of Henry 4. Wise.
Capt James jenkins was tried before the
Circuit Court Of Caroline County at its late
term, for firing gun al Officer Taylor, whilst
attempting his arrest and sentenced to the
penitentiary for a term Of two years.
An effort was made in the Virginia Sen
ate, on Tuesday by Mr. Thomas Of Fairfax,
to exempt from taxation clerks salaries re-
ceiyed in any mechanical on manufacturing
establishment, but il did not prevail.
Between the 18th Of September and the
4th Of October last, four interesting chill.
dren Of Thomas O. and Sarah q. Buck for
merly Of Warren county, but now residing
in Henry county, Mo-, died.
There are two excellent merchant mills ut
Edinburgh, Shenandoah County, and two
saw-mills in the vicinity, which are doing
well; and there are also several others located
farther up the stream.
B. Johnson Barbour, esq, has accepted
the invitation to deliver the address on tie
occasion Of the inauguration Of the Clay
Statue, on the l2th Of April.
Mr. George Newman, Of Orange county,
died suddenly On Wednesday evening the
29th ut 1t i supposed that he died with
apoplexy.
The Manassas Gap Railroad has . depot
at Edinburgh which affords every facility in
the way Of transportation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The Witcher and Clement case, in Frank
lin County, is to undergo judicial inyestiga
ton. Counsel on both sides have been EN-,
nlnun6
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10
WASHINGTON BREWERY.
DRAUGHT ALE, PORTER AND STRONG
u E II n.

DRAuGHT ALE, PORTER AND STRONG
BEER.
A FULL assortment u barrels, halves and
~ quarters, ~ the above superior and pure
MALE LIQUORS, can be had at X low price from
JOHN DAWSON,
Middle Store, old Theatre. Alexandria, va.
The STRONG BEER, on account Of It's low
price AMI mild flyor j. we'll fitted for family use
and ID viii prove j most agreeable and wholesome
beverage ~ ladies' aud children.
II. II. Read tie following from the Evening
star III December =. 1853:
"a REv,REAHLY FiSs ALr.-Mr Davison's
successor in tile Washington Brewery corner of
and 2Ith streets, Mr. Coliaoau, Is now manufac-
turing y Ale and porter and brown stout, an of
which reflect infinite credit On his establishment
lis ale compares ayorably, indeed, with the best
Philadelphia and Albany alcs, being, according
70 our taste, much more like the best English and
Scotch aics than those imported from either n
those cities. Ii he continues to produce 20 supe-
rior article, IL viii shortly make ! reputation
ior his brewery surprising that Of any Northern
establishment
Enquire Of JOHN DAWSON,
Theatre Building, Alexandria,
NIL Io Wholesale Dealer ii Malt Liquors
MORE NEW B0OKS.-Aa Aucien, Geoyra-
VI PIN Classical and Sacred, by s. Augustus
Mitchell author Of series ot Geographical Works,
authorities, ancient aud modern, designed for the
use IF Schools and Colleges, illustrated with nu-
merous eugrayings, price ST..
Lecturer M He People, by the Rev Hugh
Sto"eIl Brown, of Liverpool, first series, with
Biographical Introductory hy Dr. Shelton Mac
kcuzie, 81.
Doctor Oldham At Greystones and Liz Talk
there. $l.
N,fe, II N~.,foG What il i, and what ii il
F,E flr ..T,t =
Life III Hannibal, by Thomas Arnold, ID ID
and tAe Life n Thomas a. Beckett, ~ Rev. Henry
Hart GLilman, Dean ~ st. PauIs, 80 cents each.
Just published, and ton sale IN
nh I'D ROBT. BELL
DAUGU'S PCLVERIZED RAW BONES
- We have received supply Of this yaIuabl.
Fertilizer, aud shall keep il constantly on hand
mn WM. y. FOWLE 4 son.
SEE0 OATS! SEED oATS,!-
- j1o bushels prime Seed Oats, for sale by
MEADE 4 MARYE.
NIB Seed Store No. %, King-street
SEED POTATOES
- 2oo bushels prime Nova Scotia Potatoes IN
-'org ana ioF sale ~ KNOX 1 BRO.
~ FOR RENT.-The three .tory STORE
Al 10. 49, King street, with the three story
WAREHOUSE ID Tie rear. Apply to
IN I'll JAMES P. SMITH.
NEW GOODS.
~ II. WILMER BROS. are now recs;,i,,,
". their first supply q SPRING GOODS.
WHITE MERCER AND PEACH BLOOM
" PoIAIoES-A further supply, received,
nh WI, H, FoWLE SON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

Gen. Duff Green has reappeared in Texas,
after an absence of IA years. His visit has
reference TO certain railroad charters in
connection with the Pacific Railroad scheme.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

Both branches Of the Legislature of Mary
land, having concurred, by constitutional
majorities, in the address to the Governor of
the State, for the removal of Judge Stump
from the bench Of the Criminal Court Of
Baltimore, the Governor will proceed to APP
point another person in the place Of the de
posed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The following is the vote in the SENATE Of
Virginia, adopting the Report Of the Com
mittee, declining to unite in the Southern
Convention
AYEs.--Messrs. Armstrong. Brannon,
Bruce, Caldwell, Carson. Carraway. Carter,
Day. Finney, French, Greever. johnson,
Jones, Logan, Marshall. Msssie, McKenney,
Neal, Neeson, Newton, Newman, Pate, Pax
ton, Richmond, Rives, Stuart, Thomas, of
F., Thomas, of H., Townes, Urquhart, Wick
ham-3l.
NAYs-Messrs. August, Christian, Clai-
borne, Coghill, Dickinson, Douglas, Gate
wood, Lynch. Penny backer Taliaferro,
Thompson-ll.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10
The bill relating to the public printing

The bill relating to the public printing,
introduced into the House Of Representa-
tiyes. authorizes the Superintendent of Pub
lie Printing to purchase building and ma
terials. and establish Government print
ing Office, and appropriates $500, 900 for
that purpose. The Superintendent is to ap-
point foreman of printing and foreman OF
binding, and to execute all the printing and
binding ordered by the Departments, and by
Congress, after March 4, 1851. The Super
intendent is to obtain paper for the Govern
ment printing, by contracts with the lowest
bidders. The Superintendent and all the
officers under him are prohibited from be-
Ing connected with any newspaper or other
printing establishment, under severe penal
ties
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10
House Of Representatives

The Speaker announced the following
named gentleman As tile select committee FL
the subject ot the Pacific railroad.
Messrs. Curtis uf Iowa, Faru~w.rtt 4
Illinois, Phelps Of Mo, Davis III Nd. Scott
Of Cal, Rice II Mass, Fent0n ~ u 81,
Smith of Va, Taylor u La, KeIhggof Nc..
Blair Of Pa, AIdrich Of Min, Hamilton y.
Iaxas French oi Me- anu Stgu, II OREGON
Also, the following list as constituting ,ho
select committee under Jhe resolution Nr
Coyode, 10 inquire into certain alleged
abuses viz -Messrs. Cuyoir ST PA Dino.
y. Il, Train # Mass, Robinson 1T l,. aui
Winslow, Of ~ y.
Mr.. Carter made an Intellectual ai0r. q
correct certain statements III tile preamble
and resolutions of Mr. Adraiu, Id defence z.
the Inauguration of the Statue 81 Washing
ton Committee, which preamble ana resi-.
Iutions were in response t. Mr. Carter /.
solution.
Mr.. Spinner, from the Committee III as
counts, reported 4 resolution providing .ordo
payment III additional compensation ute
formeremployees 1T the House
Mr.. Gurley of H. 81, from tile oomm.Haa
On Printing, reported Joint resolution maa.
ing provision that the printing of each House
q Congress BE executed under the ilre
supervision ~ the officers u tile House
After much discussion, ID which a.haf-1
made by the Republic Newspaper that there
had been corrupt bargains made II rra
ton u the Binding ii House documents
was alluded to,
Mr.. Barksdale Of Miss, moved Il ay II.
resolution On the table, which resolution oa,
not agreed to By vote IF ayes jj nay.
And on motion, the House adjourned II
meet on Monday next
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The town elections in New York, appear
as usual, to be going in favor Of the Repub,
licans-rroy is an exception.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The reading Of the resolutions was follow
ed By loud applause from the galleries and
lower floor.
Rev. 5. 5. Roszel took the floor, and made
a short speech il advocacy Of the adoption
Of the report
Rev. II. J. i. Morgan moved that tie
vote % the report Re taken by yeas and nays,
which motion was coucurrei III, and the
Secretary commenced the call
Rev w. H. p. GLENN asked ID lie cx-
cused FROM voting, as lie did not understand
the meaning Of the words approving the
discipline a. administered IN US"
ReyS. u. q Brooke and Foushee q. Tebbs
voted aye; thought the resolutions were not
strong enough.
The vote was then announced by the Sec
rotary to be 80 for adoption Of report and
none against ii.
As several members were absent, On mo-
ton Of Dr. D adal it was ordered that they
be permitted to record their vote any time
previous to the final adjournment ot Con
ference
Rev. a. Griffith presented resolutions re-
questing the General Conference ID make
provision for the introduction IF an equal
lay representation in its body with the min-
istry. according to such restrictions "a they
might deem most advantageous to the inter
ests Of the church.
q very earnest and protracted debate en-
sued, il Uhica 4eT. " 4. u. GLENN, A.
Griffith, T. Myers, L. z Phelps, and B. Ii.
Nadal took part The previous question be
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The Boston Courier has an excellent arti
Gle on the subject Of the order of the House
of Representatives, to bring back into the
Hall the chairs and desks formerly used. II
says that the present arrangement, the plain
rows of benches, is superior in every respect
to the old plan-that it conduces to the
order and the attention of the House-that
it prevents the letter writing and franking
of the members from being carried on to the
neglect and delay of the public business,
&c. All this we have no doubt is strictly
true. The easy chairs, and writing desks of
the members, are not needed, at all, except
for the personal accommodation of the MEM
bers, in reference to their personal concerns.
They were properly voted out--and they have
been injudiciously and improperly voted in
again. 1t was predicted, we remember,
that such admirable contrivances to facli-
tate ease in reclining in, and in writing let
tiers, would never be discarded for longer
time than two months by the House. Many
Of the members are impatient for the exc
oution of the order to bring back the cush-
toned chairs and the mahogany desks. They
want to read or write, or sleep, or loll and
talk, whilst speakingis going on, and bust
ness in which they are not particularly In
terested is transacted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The New York Historical Society is to
celebrate on the Sd of April, Washington
Irvings Birth Day. VIM Cullen Bryant is
to deliver the address.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10


A Bold SwINDLE.--Some week On ten
days ago a staid, respectable, middle-aged
looking man, made his appearance IN the city,
armed with letters OF introduction 10 five Ot
our most respectable business houses. pur-
porting to be from Hon W. l.. Iancey, of
Alabama, recommending the bearer as a
man Of means and worthy Of credit His
report Of himself was that lie was i negro
trader, and in the course OF business at
Montgomery, had taken 1 number OF plant
er's drafts on their factors mt Mobile, which
had been accepted, and which he desired tt
get discounted. So cautiously and deeply
had his plans been laid, that in each Of tie
five firms to whom lie had letters, there was
director il some bank in the city. Piausi-
bic however, as his tales were, he was retus-
ed By two banks-the Bank OF Commerce
and the Bank Of Savannah-hIs third effort
however, was more successful, Is lie induced
the directors ut the State Bank ID believe his
statements, and got drafts to the extent OF
twenty-one thousand dollars discounted. lie
received the proceeds in State Bank notes and
departed, since which time he has not been
heard from. Suspicious were excited, and
an investigation proved that all the papers
were forged.-Saranaah ReP.
T0FFEE.-50 bags prime Old Government
~ Java, Old White Laguyla, and Maracaibo,
Santos and Rio Coffee
cases Italian Maccsroni
Canton Preserved Ginger, very choice
quality; also. Worcestershire, John Bull, aud Har-
yey Sauce, Walnut, Mushroom, and Tomato Cat
sup, French and English Mustard, CaPers and
nah 10 10 J. /. DOUGLASS.
DRUGS, CHEMICALS, &c.-Pow'd slip
IL Finn Cubebs, Balsam Copayia, Sweet Spirits
Nitre. Carb Ammonia, Salts Tartar, Bay Rum,
Turkey Rhubarb, Virginia Snake Root, Ext va
nilla, Opium, Prices Glycerine Oils Bergamot
Lemon, and Cinnamon, iust received, and for sale
by J. WILLIAM BOWLING,
nh 10 corner If Prince and Fairfax st.
REMOVAL.
T0HN =. CLARKE has removed 70 the Store.
q No. l6l, King street, next door g John Il.
Milburns Drug Store, until his Improvements IT
his old stand are completed NH lo-tt
OATS AND POTATOES
~ 500 bushels prime Seed Oa's
25o Mercer Potatoes
For sale b. ADDISON, WALLACE i CO.,
NH 10 10. rs. King -
WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE, Reading
w Sauce, John Bull Sauce. Sir Robert Peel
Sauce, assorted Pickles, for sale ~
CHARLES J. WISE,
nah l. corner ii Prince and Pitt sts
StUPERI0R YAREISHES.--A full supply 81
- the best Varnishes, il store, and tor sale by
JAMES ESTE4SLE, JE.,
nh 10 Apothecary. o. Kingst
10O0 LBS. LEWIS PURE WHITE LEAD,
lUUU IN OIL
1000 lbs other brands, for sale by
nh 10 PEEL STEVENS, 80 King-stEset,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The following gentlemen have been elect
ed TO represent the State of Maryland in the
National Central Executive Committee of the
Constitutional Union party. Until a State
Convention shall otherwise arrange, they will
constitute Central Executive Committee
for the State:
For the State at large-Hon. John P.
Kennedy and Ezekiel F. Chambers. For lst
Congressional district, James L. Dennis; I'd,
II. w. Archer; Sd, William Chestnut; 4th,
William Price; 5th, Frederick Schley; 9th,
Hon. A. Randall.
One Of the Bylaws of the Charlestown
Greys, commanded by Capt. Bolts. is as fol-
lows
1--WE regard the excessive use Of intoxica-
ting drinks as disreputable and preiudicial
to the highest interests of our organization;
and intoxication, while in uniform, just
cause for expulsion; and will refrain from
freqaenting saloons, bar-rooms, eard-playing,
gambling and the use of profane language,
in uniform. or on any duty, and use of to-
bacco whilst on parade Or drill"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

The New York Herald says that l43, 600
copies of Helpers book, have been circula-
ted. We do not know its authority for the
statement. 1t also affrms, which is very
probable, that the Republican party leaders
at the North are making the most vigorous
efforts, by the circulation Of speeches and
pamphlets, and the expenditure of money,
to secure victory at the approaching Presi-
Dental election. This pestiferous party is,
in its action, untiring, so far. Would that
it could be throttled and exterminated, as 4
political organization. It's action is as mis-
chievous, as its aims are sectional and dis
organizing. But for it, the politics Of the
country would again be disputed upon
broad, national grounds, without endanger-
ing the Constitution or the Union.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10
ALEXANDRIA,:

SATURDAY MORNING, MARCH 10, 1860.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-03-10

A FULL assortment of barrels, halves an,
~ quarters, 81 the above superior and pur
MALT LIQUORS, can Le had alta low price iron