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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

Delegates to the UNION CONSTITUTIONAL
CONVENTION to assemble IN Baltimore, to-
morrow, are coming in from almost all parts
of the country The Washington Cores
nondent ofthe New York Herald writes
presto, change. 4 wave of the wand,
and 10, the scene of interest is Transferred
from Charleston to Baltimore. The ancient,
time honored, the long styled ''natlonal''
Democratic party is no more. The wedge
of sectional politics has split it in twain.
1T to be seen if sectional issues will ruin
this National Union party. Will the Balti-
more Convention re-enact the folly OF Char
lesion? Has not the conservative middle
party platform already made, broad enough
TO bear us all? Why go hunting after plat
forms, when we have the Constitution upon
which Washington. Jefferson, Madison,
Adams, Monroe and host Of others stood
safely in the earlier days of the Republlc?-
The Constitution should be the platform of
the Baltimore Union Convention. Instead
of sending out special packed committee, |
have every reason for believing that one OF
the first acts of the Convention will be TO
resolve itself into Committee of the Whole,
and adopt the Constitution of the United
States as its platform Of principles. be-
lieve further, that a motion will be made,
seconded and carried, to accept as the rule
of exposition OF that platform, the decisions OF
the Supreme Court 1t short, the law OF the
land. as expoundcd by the Courts, will be
the rule of action reported by the Baltimore
Convention TO the American people. And
If the course of things prove anything, the
people will sustain this platform" 1t is
already fixed deeply in the national heart
\ man may, with Just national pride, say,
NV platform is the Constitution otmy couA-
.rv, expounded by the courts.
| have in my time witnessed many sudden
impulses in public feeling. But never before
have seen anything like the tide which Is
cow setting in with steady current IN favor
Oft Union movement. The Baltimore Con-
vention on the 9th of May, will be the most
important assemblage ever convened for
domestic political purposes. twill without
ao,,bt present q resistance to the Chicago
nominee, more imposing than TIE Democra-
tic party could under any circumstances have
nut forth from Charleston.
Who will be planed in nomination 1t is I'm
possible TO sag OF one thing am positive
the nominee will be thoroughly conserva
tive man."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

THE TENNESSEE PLATFoRM-We find in
the Charleston papers, correct copy of the
resolution on the subject of slavery which
was offered as IL compromise in the Democra-
tic National Convention, by Mr.. Howard, of
Tennessee, and seconded by the delegations
from Virginia and Kentucky. 1t is as fol-
lows:
Resolved, That the citizens of the United States
have an equal right to settle with their property
in the Territories of the United States and that,
under the decision Of the Supreme Court Of the
United States, which recognise as the correct
exposition OF the Constitution of the United States
neither the right Of persons nor property can be
destroyed or Impaired by Congressional or Terri
torial legislation.
1t does not appear that any vote was taken
upon this resolution. 1t was submitted at a
time when other business was under consid-
Grafton. and was not reached in the order of
proceedings. 1t may therefore be regarded
as still pending liable to be called up at the
adjourned session, to be held AT Baltimore
TX BONES Tobacco, common, medium, and
y best grades, Of most approved brands,
principally Summer make
Us bales Smoking Tobacco
10 bbls. %
IS boxes and kegs "Garrett" Snuff
$4,000 German and Havana Scgars
so boxes German Pipes, of various grades,
just received, and in store, for saleby
J. II. McVEIGH l. SON,
ap 80 Prince street Wharf,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

REAL ESTATE IN New YoRH.-The growth
and tluctuaton of the value of real estate on
Manhattan Island afford a very fair subject
for speculation. We noticed the sale of the
large property of Col. Thorne, few days
ago, in the upper part Of the city, which re-
allied the sum of $4,000 only--a pretty
large amount. it is true but nevertheless, it
is less by some two hundred thousand dol
lars than the compound interest on the orig
inal purchase money Of S25, 900 would amount
to. Edward Everett stated in one of his lee
lures before some Of our learned societies.
that the present value of all the real estate
in New York city, fell short of the amount or
ginally paid for it, with compound interest,
since the time when the ground upon which
it stands was purchased from the Indians
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The Boston Atlas Of the 4th says: Two
FIVE hundred dollar bills on the Atlantic
Bank in this city, stolen from Adams Es-
press some weeks since, have been received
by that bank, in their regular course of re-
demption. They were received from the Me-
tropolitau Bank, New York, which redeemed
them for QUE Of their corresponding banks in
Burlington, Iowa.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The Districts Of Alexandria and Fairfax,
Loudoun, Albemarle, &C.. will be entitled to
the appointment Of State Student, from
each, to the University of Virginia; and the
faculty will proceed to make the appoint
ments on the 9th Of July next. Applica-
tons should reach the University by the Both
of June addressed to the Chairman Of the
FacultY
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The Charlestown Spirit of Jefferson has
commenced the publication of a list, with
notes and comments, Of those who don't or
won't pay that paper what they oweit. We
know of some papers that would have to print
ertras, if they attempted to edify the public
in like manner. They have only to grin and
bear it," as best they can.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

"Recolections and Private Memoirs OF
WASHINGTON, by his adopted son, George
Washington Parke GUSTS; with a Memoir of
the Author, by his Daughter; and lliustra-
tive and explanatory notes, by Benson ). Los
sing, &C."
This work has been before the public tor
y short time, and we have given extracts
from it heretofore. In notice OF 1t, written
by the gifted Mrs. Lydia II. Sigourney, the
manuscript of which, in her own hand VII
ting, lies before US, she says:-'Ihe graphic
delineations of that gifted and eloquent man,
the master of Arlington, as they were orlgl-
nally published in the principal periodicals
OF the country, as from time to time they
were written, are here collected, gathering
life and force by being thus presented
in single view. They are diversified by
lite-like portraits Of other distinguished men
Of revolutionary times, such as Hamilton,
Green, Trumbull, Morris and Henry Lee
These vari ed and spirited "reminiscences,
having fitting prefix in the memoir by his
only child, Mrs. Mary Gusts Lee, which IN
accordance with the character Of her own
mind, as we'll as that of her accomplished
and sainted mother Through a refinement OF
modesty, not here interwoven,) Is emlnently
beautiful and symmetrical. An appendix
containing much valuable matter, letters
hitherto published--eloqueut orations by
Mr. GUSTS and Gen. Lee, and a copious in-
dex, close this elegant volume. Those who
honor the memory of WaShington-and who
does not? should possess themselves Of the
work, for it will heis hten their honor to rev.
erence, and kindle their reverence to love.
and enable them to place in their mental
gallery, a true portrait of the great man who
was admired by every nation, and mourned
bv all mankind" Thus writes Mrs. Sigour-
new. In addition to what is here said, we
will add that one Of the most interesting
chapters in the book is the correspondence
between Washington and his adopted son,
zhile the latter was in college, first at Prince
ton and afterwards at Annapolis, (nerer be-
fore pujHShea) Washington's letters dis
play lis fatherly anxiety and solieltude-
The advice contained in his letters, we would
commend to the careful consideration OF eve
~ Young man starting out in life. The cor
respondence between Washington and the
father of the author Of these Recoltecttons,
during the Revolution (printed in the APP
peudix, and NOR for the FIRST time nude pud-
tic, will be found especially interesting
Their letters treat chiefly of private affairs
and give US vivid picture of Washington $
sagacious views in relation to the manage
ment of property. They also show the won
derful capacity and adaptation Of his mind,
in giving close and lucid attention to private
concerns, while engaged in the most ardu-
Gus and momentous public duties. The
"Recollections and Memoirs" arc printed IN
volume, which is beautiful specimen of
Typography. 1t is for sale, or can be pro-
cu,ed, at MI the bookstores.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The London Mercantile Gazette of the
Goth of April says: ellis Royal lIishness
the Prince of Wales is expected to return to
Buckingham Palace on Tuesday next from
Germany, and at the close of the week, &C
cording to present arrangements, His Royal
Hi ghness will take his departure for Canada.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

There is to be fierce contest in the South,
in relation to the late Secession from the
Charleston Convention The friends of Mr..
Douglas, and those who are willing that he
should be nominated, condemn the conduct
of the Seceders, and wish the Delegates for
new ones to attend the Baltimore Conven-
ton. There is strife North, ard strife South,
and strife all around the house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

CoyGREss.-The Senate, yesterday, heard
Mr.. Davis, of Miss, and others. on the resolu-
tons introduced by that gentleman some
time since The House Of Representatives
in Committee, listened to several speeches
unOn the tariff.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

Some of the Black Republican papers at
the North, are evidently disappointed, that
there was no disturbance at the recent Re-
publican Convention at Wheeling. They
wanted a you, on which to make Capital"
They desired somebody's head to be broken,
as they are always anxious for martyrs" -
They are eager for a fuss, and failing to find
one, are quite "chop falenn'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The editorial guests of the Baltimore and
Ohio Railroad Company, arrived in Balti-
more on Saturday evening, after pleasant
and leisurely trip from Wheeling, which
was so admirably arranged as to give them
not only view of the whole road by day
light, but also to allow of stoppages for ex-
animation at all the most attractive points
on the route. The excursionists derived
great enjoyment from the trip
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

Private advices from Japan confirm the
reported death Of Townsend Harris, United
States Minister at leddu,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

AS respects The Mill on the Floss" we
are told that Messrs. Blackwood paid the
author $4,000 down for the first edition
900 to be paid for the second, and 1000
more when the work reaches a fourth, with
an extra bonus on its reproduction in a
cheaper or popular form. The trade order
ed six thousand copies before publication at
lSs. copy, the publishing retail price being
FL lis. I'd. The book is spoken of in the
highest terms of praise; it is said to be mot
only equal, but in some respects SUPERIOR
to Adam Bede;" and the Daily News char
acterizes it as "a surprising book-a book
that will most assuredly live
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The summer exodus to Europe bids fair
to be larger than at any preceding year.
The steamship Vanderbilt, from New York,
on Saturday, for Southampton and Havre,
took out $50 passengers. The screw steam
ship City of Baltimore left same day for
Queenstown and Liverpool, with one hun
dred and twenty cabin passengers, and one
hundred and seventy in the Storage. The
City of Baltimore carries $500, 9lS in specie,
and the Vanderbilt about 81 100000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

Ileenan ''protests" against the Invasion
of the ropes" and publishes letters, in the
London Times, complaining of being unfair
ly dealt with. The fight" is now run in
the ground"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

Shipments of green peas and potatoes
from Norfolk, TO the North have. already
commenced.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The Richmond Wing calls the recent Re.
publican Convention at Wheeling, another
John Brown invasion"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

A distressing drought prevails in and
around Boston The fields are suffering,
and water in the streams and wells, is get
ting very low.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The famous Watrous impeachment case
will be revived this session. The House
Committee on the Judiciary have at least thir-
ty witnesses, and Judge Watrous will be
hard pressed. Although there has hereto
fore been Il failure to make up a case for
the Senate, the committee seem to think
that the facts which will be developed on
the present occasion, will be sufficient to Sc
cure the result so long desired. Judge
Watrous himself, it is understood, desires fl
nal action. He wishes to retire from his
position as Judge, but will not do so while
charges of nature 50 grave are pending
against him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

clares that, in its opinion, the Secession
movement in Charleston "was al wrong"
C7ANS! FANS = FANS!M-Sik, Linen, Paper,
l. and Palm Leaf Fans, Of all kinds, and at all
prices. Also. another large supply Of Travelling
Satchels, Hoped Skirts for Misses and Ladies !;
Trimmings and Buttons; Corsetts and Bodies
Crotchet Braid and Cotton; Childrens Carriages;
Bird Cages; Hair, Tooth, Nail, and Shaving
Brushes; Tuck, Fine, Dressing, Pocket, and Bon
net Combs; Porte Mouaies, Purses, &C., together
with large and complete stock of Fancy Goods,
to which the attention Of Ladies is respectfully
solicited. [my 81 c. c. BERRY, Y king-st.
nor RENT.-SUMMER RESIDENCE-One
l. and half miles from Alexandria, on the road
leading to the Theological Seminary, one and q
O.. quarter Of mile distant therefrom. Tho
a.: HOUSE is cottage built with Summer ktch-
convenient, but detached from main building.
Apply at this Office nv S-eotf
SPRING SUPPLY OF GROCERIES,
DORTO RICO SUGAR AND MOLASSES
L New Orleans Sugar and Molasses
Crushed and c. Y. Sugar, Golden Syrup
Rio and prime Java Coffee
Adamantine and Mould Candles
Gnnpowder and Black Teas part choice
Rice, Starch, Pepper, DC, &C., selected OK
pressly for family use, in store and for sale BY
ap 80 ALBERT w. GRAY co,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The Republicans are preparing for fight
at Chicago. Hon. Arson Buringame will
lead Young America, and bear aloft the
standard of Gov Banks. Mr.. Corwin takes
charge of the Mclean Practicals, while Mr..
Blair heads the friends of Bates. Mr. Ely
Thayer represents, in part, Oregon, with IN
structons for Bates. Gen. Wilson. with
more impulse than prudence, will pitch IN
on his own hook for whoever will win. Mr..
Spaulding will represent Gov. Seward, but
under orders from Wood. At present the
contest seems doubtful, but many think that
the ticket will be Mclean and Banks.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

In the last edition of CampbelPs Lives of
the Chief Justices of England, letter from
Mr.. Edward Everett, narrating an anecdote
of Lord Mansfield is introduced, with the
remark by Lord Campbell, that Mr.. Ever
ett' is an accomplished scholar and a con-
summate statesman, who, for the good of his
own country, and of the civilized world, ought
to have been President Of the United States,
instead of some of the turbulent agitators
who have been preferred to him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

We learn from the European Times that
the Cunard Company intend in June next
to resume regular sailings to New York, with
their celebrated screw fleet, and will then,
in addition to goods, carry all classes of pas
sengers. The emgrant department is to
be entrusted to well known firm in the
Australian trade, whose agencies ramity
through every district Of Great Britain and
Ireland, as well as the continent, and from
their experience the very best results may
be anticipated.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The Petersburg Press, (Democrat) de-
clares that, in its opinion, the Secession
movement in Charleston "waS - Il wrnno.n
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

Mr.. D. l.. Adair. of Hawesville, Kentucky,
writes to the IIorticulturalist in favor OF
propagating the persimmon tree. lie thinks
it strange that fruit with 50 many good
qualities to recommend it, should have been
so much neglected by horticulturists. As
an ornamental tree, with its beautiful shape
and glossy foliage, its profusion of rich or
ange fruit hanging among its autumn tinted
leaves, and some varieties holding its fruit
all winter, it is hardly surpassed. Its per-
fectly hardy, and will grow in any exposure.
Capt. John Smith, of Pocahontas notorety,
describes it as among the luxuries he found
in Virginia, calls it species Of indigenous
plum, and when ripe as delicious as an
apricot.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

The interchangeable John Wise has ad-
dressed an eloquent letter to Capt. Dupont,
proposing to make a grand ascension from
Washington, for the edifcation of the Japa-
pese on their arrival at this point. He asks
no compensation beyond the payment of the
expense in furnishing the gas. The Japa-
nese are expected to arrive in day or two,
and preparations are making to give them a
captivating reception. They are to land at
the Navy Yard, if the steamer can reach
that point
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08
PUBLISHED DAILY AND TR1-WEEkLf BY
EDGAR SN0WDEN.
ALEXANDRIA,:

TUESDAY MORNING, MAY s, 1850.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-08

upon the tariff
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-05-26
Gov seward and the chicago NOni-
nation.

If anybody doubts the devotion OF Gov
erpor Seward to the principles OF the ke-
publican party, and his abnegation OF SELL
i is only necessary for them to read the
following from the AuOurn DAILY 4dDsr-
tiFsr of Saturday. Governor Seward him
self. wrote the short leader which announ-
ced the result at Chicago; and 1t is char
acteristic of the man. We speak ADVISED
" when we say that the following not
only speaks the sentiment of Governor
Seward. but that it WAS written BY him
". 7. Courier i Ra4UirsT.
ave place the names of Lincoln aua
Hamliu at the head of our columns, with
pride and satisfaction. No truer exPoSl-
ton of the Republican creed could be
given, than the platform adopted oy
the Convention contains. No truer or
frmer defenders of the Republican faith
could have been found than the dis
tinguished and esteemed citizens on whom
the honors of the nomination have fallen.
Their election. we trust, by decisive
majority. will restore the United States
| to its constitutional and ancient course
| Let the watchword Of the Republican Far,
ty, then, he Union and Liberty, and onward
to Victory"
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-05-26

TIE SPln1r OF The REPUBLICANS PARTY
Occasional writes from Washington to
Forney's Press that:
:sNo one can read the proceedings OF the
Republican Convention, in session at Chi
rago as write. without being impressed
! nv the enthusiasm and compactness OF
that organization. The Republicans will
t,uaira a vignBnus and effective strlaR3estog
have champions in four FIVE Of the
Southern States. Their journals are I'M
questionably the abIest and most pro-
gressive in America, and their leaders,
ambitious and daring men, are resolved
to win the character OF being able to
administer the affairs of this Republic
of ours. In this city, they have estab-
lished headquarters, and number many
partizans among the local or resident
population. Mr.. Gurley, Republican
member of Cincinnati in the House, is a
man of large fortune, aud entertains with
great and unsparing liberality at bis man
sion on street. Mr.. Blair, the old editor
of the Globe under jackson and Van
Buren,, living at Silver Spring" short
distance outside of the town, attracts to
his social board daily numbers Of the
controlling spirits of the same party
Mr.. Seward has his leyees on F street
General Cameron and Thaddeus Stephens
i've IN elegant quarters on capitol Hill,
and are ready to receive their friends in
the most hOspitable manner. Senator
Chandler, of Michigan Senator Trumbull,
of Illinois, Mr.. Spaulding, of the House;
Mr. Sumner, Of the Senate, and many 9TH
ers that could name, are active in their
attention TO strangers. They are, there
fore, Infinitely better organized than the
Democratic party. The late votes Oh the
tariff and Territorial bills displayed 4 dis
cipline and concert of action unusual in
our day.
Meanwhile the Democracy are disneart-
cned and demoralized.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-05-26
brooke Comfy News'

rFr,-a the KeIlsburE Herald o. = esteFuASJ
bDge bell weighing ZOO lbs passed
,t,rongb the streets on Monday morning
last Intended for Bethany College 1t was
cast at Pittsburg, and is present 70 Tue
College.
Tzr Commissioners of the Holiday
Core and wells6urg Turnpike We learn
have succeeded in the efforts TO proSu!e
the nroper amount of stock to put tnels
imuroTementunder contract tneF Nls''su
WellsburE some two weeks ago
TEE brick business along the river from
NaW Cumberland down. throngnoni ihe
6re-brick district, seems 70 be IN veg
prosperous condition this Spring ana We
are informed that the prices are Coca anu
the demand unusually heavy. inc AeSS's'
Porter and others of Hancock DO 9ni'e /"
heavy business in this line
JoES Wesley PoRTER. gentleman not
,,rtnoun to fame in the reports OF the
Wheeling police, tried his hand at some Of
his nrsnEs in Wellsburg this week, was ar
! -ested and committed to the calaooose.-
1 After cooling him Of he was "seSeueu
F.; from the Commonwealth and warned never
TO come back again.
! skie load of delegates from Chicago
Handed at our wharf on Sunday evening
/ an route from weIlsYille to Wheeling: !h'
/ aggregate weight of the party, consistin
of nine men and baggage, was ABOUT Low
ms and thew made the distance in abo1
s;x hours with one pair of oars, which
considering the tonnage, is the fastest trll
on record.
TIE work of demolition has commences
lon The block of business houses on Nail
street owned by Peter Curran. preparation.
to the erection of splendid series OF stor
rooms of modern construction extendlnl
| from the street back to the river wall
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-05-26

The accounts from Europe confirm the
advices previously received, in regard to
the suffering in many parts of Ireland from
a scarcity of the necessaries of life. In
some districts the authorities had inter
Tered, and, with the aid of other benevo-
lent persons, had removed the young PEG
pie of both sexes, giving them temporary
employment in England until the return
of another crop should Obviate all danger
of famine. The government returns give
the deficiency in the principal Irish crops
for the year 1859, at $4,000 quarters OF
wheat, 7ss, 900 quarters of oats, 100000
quarters of barley, 5000 tons of pota-
toes, sos, 900 tons of turnips, and $50 tons
of hay. The current season is very back
Eara and anp-ouisinG, in some places not
mug pc especially Cheering for our agri-
cultural interests.