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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

The nominations of Mr.. BELL and Mr..
EVERETT were made, on the ground OF con-
fidence in their characters as citizens, IN
their honor as patriots, in their ability as
statesmen, and in the general correctness
and conservatism of their political principles,
as applicable to the existing and probable
future condition of our country. No refer
ence appears to have been made by the nom
mating Convention TO any supposed 'aTalla-
bilitv' on local or sectional grounds, or
to any matter or subject either III the
personal relations or the positions OF the
candidates, likely to be used as mere tempo
rary expcdients for popular applause or
ephemcral favor The solid merits and &C
dnowledged experience and capacity OF the
candidates, appear alone to have been regar-
ded. This fact ought to add great weight, IN
the minds of calm, rctle citing, and judlcouS
men, to the recomm endation OF a political
Convention And we are not without hope
strong hope-that it will have its due el-
feet in all parts of the country, and amongst
All classes of men whose minds are not entire
" warped by party pre- udicc, or who feel Tree
to act, in the present condition of public al
fairs. without reference to previous political
connections, and are DESTROYS to ''inaugu
rate IL new system, or rather to return TO
the ancient system, Of conducting the ad-
ADMINISTRATION Of the government. There Is
not an intelligent political opponent OF MIR.
Bell and Mr.. Everett. who does not believe
that if they were elected, they would prove
faithful, honest, and capable officers. They
only oppose them, because they do not
agree with them in political opinion. BY uuI-
versa! consent, Bell and Everett come up 10
the Jeticrsonian standard, when applied to
candidates before the people--taithtulness
honesty, capability. Let that be the great
grtSou, to he pressed upon the people, Tor
their election and let it be added that they
are not sectonal--they are national: they
nre not untricd-they are experienced; they
are not erratic and impuSive-they are
calm, cool, and diSpassionate; they are not
for li,tnhS of Platforms made to suit party
necessities they are Tor the C"AStltu-
tion-the Union and the enforcement OF
the Laws. 1t is, we honestly believe, an
honor and duty to support such men--and
we wish we could persuade or induce all to
Gonna tn the same cnpnlusiOu
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

The Wings Of Virginia, we have every
reason to believe, will make u determined
and vigorous rally ut the next Presidential
election, in favor of Bell and Everett. They
are not lukewarm, because hitherto their
opponents have prevailed, nor willing to
abandon the contest under the boasts of the
leaders OF the Democratic party. They will,
we doubt not, support their candidates by a
vote which will show their strength and their
indomitable resolution.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

The nominations OF Bell and Everett were
enthusiastically received by the Louisville
journal. That journal says it will support
these gentlemen with a heartfelt political
pride it has never felt before, since the glori-
Gus days OF ancient WhiyiSm." And this is
the feeling Of the Wings throughout the
c0untrV
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

Speaking of Mr., Dougl speech IN the
Senate, on Tuesday, the Washington Con-
sttution says, lit was at best but Il laborcd
effort OF mere gladiatorship, having for It's
aim to assail the consistency of some OF his
opponents. and to defend his own ON the ter
riterial question. The 0yHmetttHm al no
2qiac,a, which was his fayorite, if, indeed,
we may not add his only argument, is not
usually regarded as a weapon OF the greatest
weight and potency i'll the honorable lists OF
parliamentary contention. Even had he
succeeded in that rather inferior exercise OF
ingenuity and talent, however, 1t would not
have ayalel at this day TO commend the
dogma of squatter sovereignty any the more to
the democratic States of this Union" This
account agrees with what we have heard from
other unprecedented sources. 1t is TO be OBJ
served that whenever politicians resort III the
discussion Of principles and measures to the
kind Of poemics referred to by the Washing
ton Consultation, they advocates cause which
shey feel, generally, they cannot sustain by
fair argument on the merits Of the CASE
And the public so Judge ana determine.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17
NJ ALL LINE.
NEW ARRANGEMENT, JLAY2l-t, 1850.
ALEXANDRIA, LoUDoUN and HAMPSHIRE
RAILROAD.
II, gaf5 s.qr .s.5 .S. .S.S.:el --5--.
~ 49,
DAILY LINE BETWEEN ALEXANDRIA and
WINCHESTER. iSuudays erceyted,}


Ia 81 ss.s .,:s:.
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WINCHESTER, (Smdnys ercepted,
Via FaiPs Church, Vienna, Hm.tsr's Nh, Tier
ton, Uerndon, Gmiford, F"rmedi', LkL>
BURG, Hamilton, PnccUsriHe. S"ick'r.r,"1
Castleman's Ferry, and BerryriHe, BY the pa ;
andrin, Loudown and Hampshire E"itr"aa az"
Means d: Fomceus first ciuss Nail co"rh"'.
On and after Monday, 2lst inst, will leave Tue
Depot at Alexandria, at s, A. NJ. and arrive .
Winchester at ), P. NJ.
Leave Winchester at 5, A. NJ, and Leesh".o
III, A. NJ, arriving ut Alexandria :, 7. NJ :.
time for immediate connexion with WineAe'"'
and Baltimore.
-FARE:- :.
To and from Winchester, $325; BerryvIiie' 80
Lcesburg $l.50. Intermediate points ~ prop
ton. W. BLl TIE
my l7-dtf General Superintendent ,,
Winchester, Lecsburg and Berryvil'r pap.r'--"i
r ETTERs OF ALEXANDER yoN nts.
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to 1858, with extracts from Earnhagens d'H
and letters to Humboldt, and others, rans AN
from the second German edition, by ff's"'
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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

At . meeting Of the Democratic ASsocia-
ton Of the city OF Richmond, on Thursday
night, committee was appointed to prepare
a place Tor the accommodation OF the Demo-
cratic Convention, that is proposed to be
held in that city on Monday, the 18th OF
June next. The meeting took no cogni2ance
of, and expressed no opinion in regard TO-,
the character or proposed action of the Con-
vention; but extended the courtesies and
hospitalitics Of the city to the gentlemen
representing Southern constituencies.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

HEAVY RAINs-IIIGH WATER.-ln COM
mon with other sections Of country, this
quarter has been visited with very heavy
rains during the last week. The streams in
Spotsylvania do not seem to be as much
swollen as those in Caroline, in which county
on Monday, we observed many acres OF land
in wheat, corn and oats-completely sub
merged. Mattaponi was much swollen, and
the farming interest will doubtless be heavy
losers in the way of injured crops, loss OF
fencing, &C. One part Of Caroline county
was wholly unrepresented at the County
Court on Monday, owing to the high water
and want of bridges a letter dated Caroline
County, May, 18th. says: We were visited
yesterday by one of the most terrible thunder
storms that has passed over this part of our
county for many day. 1t commenced about
3 o'clock in the afternoon. The hail fell
thick and fast for about ten minutes, accom-
panied with heavy fall of rain, and the
wind blowing hurricane all the time
What, with the rafting of the hail. the roar
ing of the wind, and the peals of thunder,
one after another, in quick succession, rem
dercd the scene beyond description.-F''cd.
Herald
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

Rev Thomas Jones, local minister OF the
Idetho4,st Episcopal Church, died very sud
denly in Lynchburg, on Monday night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

The reception of the Ambassadors from
Japan by the President Of the United States,
for the presentation of their credentials, will
take place to-day, the 18th instant, at II o.
clock Nj. As the Executive Mansion could
not contain all who might desire to be pre-
sent on that occasion, the doors cannot be
opened to the public. But congress being
a coordinate branch of the Government, any
member of the Senate or Of the House of
Representatives who may choose to attend,
are to be cordially received.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

Mr.. Joseph Is. Ficklen contemplates erect
ing Il Cotton Factory in fredericksburg in
the course of very short time, on the site
occupied by the Bridgewatcr Mill, which
was destroyed By fire few years ago.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

Mr. W. H. c. Morehead. from near Lex
iugton, Kentucky, now III Western New
York. with large drove of cattle recently
went deranged, and had to he taken charge
of BY his friends. His insanity was caused
by Il disappointment in love.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

The friends OF Bell and Everett arc max
ing preparations or Ratification Meeting
in Philadelphia to ght.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

A letter from London dated the Goth of
April, says: "The weather continues very
cold and stormy, with snow at intervals.
frosty nights, and very little sunshine Veg
citation is unusually back ward, and makes
scarcely any progress The wheat crop is
looking badly everywhere; it has persisted
entirely in many places, and much that is
alive is very poor. Where the growth Is
strongest, the plant mas not fulfilled the
March test Of "hiding hare" being barely
able to "hide IL mun>e." Under these CIR
cumstances the wonder is, not that wheat
maintains last weeks prices, but that IL has
not materially advanced upon them"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

THE FIRST SuEAF.-The wheat crop is be-
ginning to ripcn. The London (Canada)
Liberator says:
I've have just seen in the possession of
Mr. Wyckof, jcweler, Dundas street, "A sheai
of white flint wheat in full ear, the product
of Southern Illinois, DC"
The Augusta (Ga.) Constitutionalist of the
9th inst, also speaks of some fine heads OF
ripening wheat as follows:
I'VE have in our office some few stalks Of
wheat. with full heads, slightly yellow, in a
ripenng condition, which was raised at the
home place of Mr.. Jonathan Miller, few
miles below this city. If these are Il fair
specimen of Mr. Millcr's wheat crop, there
can be no doubt about the extent or quality
of the CROP"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17
WANTED.

1910 CEDAR POSTS, ten feet in length,
lUUU aud not less than six inches in daucter
nj the small cad. The Posts 10 be delivered either
on the Wharf al Alexandria, or on tho grounds
Of the Society a. the party furnishing may prefer.
JOHN A. WASHINGTON, President
Pot, Piedmont and Valley Agricultural Society.
my 5--2w
NOR KENT.-SUMMER RESlDENUE--Unc
l. and half miles from Alexandria, on the road
leadn. to the Theological Seminary and II
~. quarter of a mue distant th"rerom. The
LII HOUSE is cottage built, with Sumner kitch-
en convenient, but detached from main building.
Apply at this Office. my Scott
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

The accounts Of the scarcity Of produce
in Ireland, will attract attention. Oats,
potatoes and turnipS are the greatest items
of deficiency. See article in another col
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17
ALEXANDRIA,:

THURSDAY MORNING, MAY Il, 1850.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

The Japanese Nisiters continue to be the
object of warm and kindly interest in Wash
ington. Streams of ladies and gentlemen
come and 90 to Wizards Hotel, where the
Orientals hold a sort of informal levee, which
it is plain they enjoy as well as their iairer
skinned visitors.
Presents pour in upon the japanese on all
hands The articles presented are valuable
to Them by reason of their novelty, even if
of little intrinsic worth; and they express
high qualification at these little courtcsies.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

IT'D COTTAGE RESIDENCE FOR SALE ON
Ill ne m,D~t eicrated paint in tie JeuntifM torn
n Hafrentoa. the county seat uf Faaqaier, Vir-
ginia.-A GOTHIC COTTAGE Of Gig ht rooms
four on each floor This house is new, having
hecn built within the last five years, of the best
materials, in the most substantial manner. 1t is
replctc with every convenience. The grounds
comprising EIGHT ACRES, are divided into u
Lawn, filled with an abundance of shade and
fruit TREES, n very productive GARDEN, well
stocked with fruit, while the remainder of the
land is we'll set with grass for moving and pas
tucc, with large and never failing Spring of good
and soft water. The out buildings consisting of
servants House ard Kitchen, Meat House, Prvy
Wood House, Stable. and Carriage House, are also
new. aud built in the best manner of correspond
ing architecture TO the dwelling There is ilnme-
diatciy along side the house, large eistern, capa-
bic of containing 1870 barrels of water, supplied
with force pump of such power, as TO throw the
wafer over the house.
The salubrity Of this situation is prominent
standing rs il does some 700 feet above tide water.
with no low grounds in its neighborhood. 1t is
entirely exempt from all causes of miasmatic
sickness The society Of the town and ncighbor-
hood is unsurpassed. Churches of all denomina
lions and good schools for beth sexes, with Il
daily communication with Alexandria and the
North. on the one hand and with Richmond and
the entire Su'iti anu NOuiHNeSi OH tue Olncr, Dy
means Of Railroad. 1t offers to the gentleman of
leisure, or the professional man, "A most desirable
residence. To the Planter from the South, seek
ing II home for the summer, with all the adyan-
tagcs of Il mountain climate, with freedom from
sickness. and the pleasures OF Il cultivated socie-
ty, it has unexampled attractions. 1t is unneces-
sary to enlarge upon the advantages of this resi-.
dcnce, for it is presumed that any one seeking
such home will visit and examine for himself
IL, 1 u ID
new. and all good will also be disposed Of For
terms, which will be made accommodating, APP
ply to WILLIAM n. BISPHAM.
Warrenton. Fauquicr Co., Va, APP l7-eo3m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17
EIGHTH ANNUAL EXCURSION
YOUNG CATHOLICS FRIEND SOCIETY.
WliITlI HOlISE

.T,=~s THE STEAMER THOMAS COL
$50 $3.50. LYEK Capt Baker will make throc
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

> 7
i -rxss1LI LIVER, Capt. Baker, will mako thrcc
trips to the
WHITE HOUSE,
on MONDAY NEXT, NA Y 2lst, 1850.
Leaving King street Wharf, at and 3, A. NJ, and
,, F.. NJ. and the White House ut ~, NJ, and 5
ami 8, T. NJ.
Tickets us follows: For a lady and gentleman
81: for II gentleman alone - cts; for Il lady %
cts; for child or servant % cts to be had at DR..
J. ". Bowlings.
The Committee deem it unnecessary to say that
every thing in their power will be done to contri-
butte To the entertainment Of the company, rs the
EXCURSIONS OF the Young Catholics Friend
Society have never failed to give satisfaction here
tofOrc.
Executive Committee:
Thomas Coyle Patrick IL. IIanrahan,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

The Nashville Banner thus gives vent to
its feelings in regard to the Baltimore nomi-
nation for the Presidency: "The news has
Just reached US from Baltimore, of the noml-
nation Of Tennessee's greatest sou, the Hon.
John Bell, for President of these United
States Even while we write the bells of the
city are pealing, and the boom of the can
non reverberates among the surrounding
hills, and the whole people are rejoicing
The truly National platform adopted by the
Baltimore Conservative Union Convention
was, The Constitution as it is interpreted
by it's judicial authorities; the union of the
States; and the enforcement of the laws
The announcement will be hailed by the mas
ses throughout the Union, with patriotic
enthusiasm.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

The California Legislature adjourned April
3Oth. San Francisco was brilliantly illumi-
mated on the night of May lst, in honor Of
the veto of the bulkhead bill by the Cover
nor, and the citizens had subscribed SlO, 600
for ball in honor Of Gov. Downey. The
bill appropriating S25O,O0O to build nine
wagon roads over the mountains to the
Washoe mines, and the bill providing for the
issue of 100000 Indian war bonds, unless
Congress should sooner redeem them, had
also been vetoed. On the last day of the
session the California Legislature passed a
bill, which has been signed by the Governor
authorizing the issuance of bonds for $780,
600 for the relief of holders of unfunded
claims against the State, if the same be ap-
proved by the popular vote at the next gen
eral election.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-05-17

NJ 0TlCE.-Thc partnership of the late firm of
IN THOMPSON Il GO0DHAND, having been
dissolved by the death of Henry 7. Thompson,
notice - hereby given that all claims against the
firm must he presented for settlement to the un-
dersigned, the surviving partner, and those in
debted are requested to make immediate payment
to him. The business will be conducted hereaf.
ter by the undersigned OH his own account, ut tho
lower Ship Yard.
my l2-6t NATHANIEL GOODHAND
WANTED TO HIRE for the remainder of tho
w year. Il COOK and WASHER and house
SERVANT. Servants from the country preferred.
Apply N this Office. my l5--tf
DLASTER.--l5O tons Soft Windsor Plaster
J. cargo Of Schr. }. Armstrong. for sale by
Nj. ELDRIDGE X CO.,
my No. = South Wharyes
The semi-weekly mountain Democrat., 1860-12-19
NoTrCn TO CrTY TAx.PAYnRs.

GOEAO8 ~ OAEA TAAsEA 1Gs1'
NOTICE e hereby given 70 Tai Payers Of the
IN City Of PlaeeTvflls, that the City Taxes ara
now due and payable, and that the payment Of the
zane VIII Be strictly enforced. The AseessmsBt
Roll viii Be found at the store Of Thos. O. Nueent,
IN DOTSey's Block, during busiDsss bOa1rs Of each
day, at which time will be In attenaaBse 70 r.
eeive payment Of Taxes.
In THE connection wish TO call the attention Of
the public 10 Ordinance No. 4s which provides SOF
nemoving obetFuettOns from streets and side
walks. sfter one hours notice."
Also 70 Ordianee No. 8, which pFOvides against
dogs running at large without Tag marked T. P.
lSG0-(Tax Paid, lee0.)
Also 70 Section :, Of OTdinaDee No. &c. concerning
Licences, which provides that "The City Collector
shal, IN peraon or ly Deputy, attend at bis once
daily. Sundays exeepted) between the hours Of 4
O'Clock, 4. NJ, and O'Clock, ?. NJ. for Eve days
next after the 39th day Of December, and s9th day
OfMarch." VIZ. JONES,
Marshal and Collector.
PlaeeFville, Dee. eth, 1860. DO
The semi-weekly mountain Democrat., 1860-12-19

TREATGR. learn that the accomplished
and amiable Mrs. Julia Dean lIayne. snpportcd
by talented st"ck company, will open O'DUn-
nelrs TbcAter, E'F = short seaSOn, On the eve
ming of the 2iih instant. MrS. IIayne ia q
great fav"rite in eur city. and will be welcomed
with OvsTG"w'nR houses.
NrD.-N"w that the rainy season has set in,
We cen no LOger c"mpIaiu of dusty streets.
Mud has taken the place of our Summer en-
OOyanee, and We are do"med to wade and splash
through at least three months Of dreary Win.
ter.
hACAEMEs, ETc.-We are indebted to Brad.
'shaw 3 Co., and Hernandez / Anderson, foF
late EuFOpean and Eastsru newspapers, picto.
'Tials end magazines.
ASss0.-S. SiIbeTstcin, at the corner oI
HGiH ssd COlOma streets, hss for sale sixty
boxes Of choice California aud Oregon apples.
The semi-weekly mountain Democrat., 1860-12-19
9. HARRIS.

Plaza CORNER, PLACIRv1LLE.
TUtr received large lot Of the best Peanuts,
81 Almonds, Hickory Nuts. ChestnutS,
Pecan mute. FilbertsR Bresil Mutss Green
kinds-st Wholesale and retail, at San PEaneiseO
priees. (S0-Sml Q. HARRIS.
The semi-weekly mountain Democrat., 1860-12-19
COLEN1AN'S QUARTZ MILL,

DATENTED APRIL 3, IsGn.-This Mill, which was
Il exhibition ~ tle-late -Mcclianics'- mud lay
Dlstrct Agricultural Pairs, In the city Of snn Fran
cisco and received the First Premiums and asO the
hlRhest recommendations from the Committee on
Quartz Machinery Of said Fnirs, nnd which created
much excitement among those Interested In quartz
crushing, We ere now manufacturing, Alh ARE ready
70 deliver.
Hy the tests which We have made, II far exceeds
our expectations and those Of others who have seen
II In operation. We are now prepared to guarantee
this Mil n grind from three 10 ave Tons
OF Quarts per day, with three horse power,
and from the small expense incurred In running II,
to do It cheaper than by any other known process.
The low price Of this Mil, via: $500, places II
within the reach Of every Mining Company.
Its weight, complete, ID Only $50 lbs, and II 30
constructed hat can be easily taken apart 30 that
piece will exceed 2UO lbs. In weight thereby giving
II the advantage over all other machines OF this
kind, 10 the facility Of transportation.
They are now selling rapidly, and all DESTROYS Of
06tnining them requested to forward their orders
70 BlGGs 4 RUGGLEs, Agents,
n9A8mis la6 Front street, San Francisco.
The semi-weekly mountain Democrat., 1860-12-19
THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMIHG!
AND HOW Is NE TTHE TO
8 q O U r e A PICTURE z

N II. WOODS respectfully announces TO the cit.
1Is liens Of y Dorado County that he has re
turned 10 Woods Miehael's old Gallery, IN Placer.
vile, CORNER OP MAIN AND COLOMA sTtIEETS,
and opposite the CaEy House, where he will remain
until the HOLIDAYS are over.
The above Gallery will be reticd In splendid siyr
fuTnished with snd fashionable caaes the latest
improved instTnments and will he opened TO the pub.
lie on the Sd Of November.
Having received the highest premium ever award.
ed BY the State Agricultural Society fr Photographs
both Ambrotypes and photographs at the hate Rtsir
Pair, and from the we'll known brauty and durability
Of my work. can confidently promise entire salts.
O3l -9m2p Din. W1IODa.