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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-06-26
SPRING AND SUMMER GOODS FOR 1860.

". d. ITaNNEl, MERCHANT IAILUE,
ID ESPECTFULLY informs his friends and the
III public that he has received his stock Of
FASHIONABLE GOODS for Gcntemen's wear
comprising black, blue, and fancy CLOTHS and
CASSIMERES Of the very best European and
American fabrics; plain and fancy silk and Mar
sailles EESTINGS; fine SHIRTS and COLLARS,
Drawers and Undcrshirts, Iiandkerchieis, Halt
Hose Gloves, Cravats, Neck Ties, aid Spspcn-
dcrs, together with many other goods in the fur
nishing line. Also an assortment of READY
MADE CLOTHING, such ny dress and frock
Coats, Business Coats, Pants and Vests. Thank
full for the encouragement heretofore received, he
hopes by strict attention 10 business to continue 10
merit the patronage of the public. guaranteeing
that all work made by him shall BE done in the
best manner and give satisfaction, with prices to
suit. NH ~
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WASHINGTON BREWERY.

DRACGHT ALE, PORTER AND STRONG
BEER.
FULL assortment II barrels, halves and
N quarters, of the above superior and pure
MALT LIQUORS. can be had At low price from
JOHN DAWSON,
Middle Store. old Theatre alexandria, Va.
The STRONG BEER, on account 81 its low
price aud mid flavor Is we'll fitted for family use,
ana ii will prove most agreeable and wholesome
beverage to ladies ana children
n Z. Read the following from the Evening
Star Of December :, 1859:
A REMARKABLY FISE ALE.--Mr. Dawson 5
successor in the Washington brewery, corner Of
X and 9th streets, Mr. Colincau, is now manufac-
turing Xxx ale and porter and brown stout, all OF
which reflect infinite credit OH his establishment.
His ale compares f:ivorabiy, indeed with the best
Philadelphia and Albany aes. being, according
to ouc taste muck more like the best English and
Scotch ales than those imported from either OF
those cities. If he continues to produce supc-
rior an article, he will shortly make reputation
for his brewery surprising that ofany Northern
establishment
Enquire Of JOHN DAWSON,
Theatre Building. Alexandria,
NH left Wholesale Dealer III Malt Liquors.
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AUCTION SALES.
NJ. ACCOMPLISHMENTS.

By T. NJ. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
4 UCTI0N SALE at II o'clock NJ. in front
N of the Mayors Office, on Saturdays J"ty l+M.
lS6O-Will be offered at public auction, the com
d.. modious and desirable three story Dwell
lei LING HOUSE, with garden lot attached,
lying the south side of King street, near
Washington street, and ut present occupied by
Sylvester Scott, esq. Also
A GROUND RENT of 500 per annum on n
lot lying the cast side of st. Asaph street, be-
tween Wilkes and Gihbon streets, adjoining the
In Foundry property. This lot is improved by
uIl.Ylaass-a FRAME DWELLING HOUSE. Also
A LOT OF GROUND, at the n. i. intersection
Of st. Asaph and tiibbon streets, fronting on Glib
bon 10 feet inches, and running northwarily 80
feet. Also
- LOTS, fronting on Gibbon street, north side,
Il feet inches each, and running nor;hwardly
80 feet
TERMS OF SALE One fifth cash, balance in e.,
IL, IS and - months with interest on deferred
payments, payable scn-annualy. Title retained
until payments in ful are made, and deeds at the
expense of the purchasers.
WM. GREGORY,
ROBERT JAMESON, Trustees.
WM. n. McEEIGH,
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81. NICHOLAS HOTEL,

TyTlEN completed, six years ago, the ST.
w NICHOLAS was universally pronounced
the most magnificent, convenient, and thoroughly
organized establishment Of the kind Oh this con-
tincnt. What il was then, it remains to-day
without Il rival in size, in sumptuouSneSs, and IN
the general elements of comfort and enjoyment.
The Hotel has accommodations for 500 guests,
including LOO complete suites OF apartments tor
families. Six hundred persons can be comtorta-
bly, seated 1t the tables Of it, three public dining
rooms. and nothing that modern art has devised
for the convenience and social qualifications Of the
travelling public, has been omitted in lis plan, or
j, neglected IN its practical details. The early
reputation Of the house ut home and abroad deri-
we'd from IL magnitude. its superb appointments,
and It's home. like comforts and luXureS, has been
enhanced every year by the unwcariei eXertions
Of the proprctcrS,
TREADWELL, WHlTCOMB & co.
Er,y York il. i--,i.tin
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BOOTS AND SHOES.

TINE CASH SYSTEM ADOPTED.--The sub
l. scriber having tried the credit system, and
found that it would not pay, has concluded TO adopt
the CASH principle. ia future, aud from this
date, he will continue to do business upon this
principle. In bidding aiicu to the old system, he
would return his thanks to his customers for past
favors, and hopes by strict attention, aud such IL
ducements as he may Oder, to continue it under
the new. Ian It'll JOHN l.. SMITH.
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ie 132aw.,wGitS

By JOHN T. CRElG
TOMMISSTONER'S SALE Of a NALuA-
~ BILE HOUSE AND LUT.--Thc nndcrsi.:n
ed Commissioners appointed hy Il decree Of the
Circuit Court ii Alexandria county, III The May
term. 1860. in the suit Of Henry Blondhacm ".
George W. Carson and ais, in pursuance Of au-
thorty in them vested by the aforesaid decree,
will on Satrrdoy, Ire 2l@ dry Of J"Ly, 1860, ut -
o'c'och, H. in front ot the Mayors Office, III the
city of Alexandria, sell nj public auction, to the
o.. hi shcst bidder, IL valuable llOUSE and LOT
LEE: situated on the east side Of Fairfax street and
south side Of Gihbun street al their intersection
binding on Fairfax street !:tr-cight feet. ten and
one-third inches. and on Gbbon street hun
dred and three feet five inches.
TERMs.--Onc-tenth Of the purchase money to be
paid in cash. the remainder in three equal install
ments at &, ~ and Is months respectively, with
interest from the day Of sale, to be secured by the
bonds of the purchaser with approved security, and
the title to be held until the purchase money Is
fully paid.
il. 0. ChAUGHT0N, Comm'rs.
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II. Q. Ga UGHTON, Ca,,,,,,r,
w. ARTHUR TAYLOR,
lie ! teots

BY JOHN I. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
EOUSEIIOLD AND KITCHEN RE
II AT AUCTION-On Iridoy mo'~i"g, the
29M INST, at 10 ociock A. w., ut my residence No.
80 Queen street, will sell public auction with
out rScrye) to the highest bidder all my HOUSE,
HOLD AND KITCHEN FURNITURE, consist
ing of Beds, Mattresses, BedStcadS, Wardrobe.
Chairs Tables, Carpets, DiramS, Stoves, &C., en-
bracing general assortment Of we'll kept turnl-
t;rc. Terms cash upon delivery.
10 22--eOitS SYDNEY u. BRUlN.
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GROCERIES, &C.

:, ~ 80, IL Dat, d a.. S,..r,
4 HliDn. Ne" orleans unu 'i,' ~
fc 10 bbs. Cut LOAF, Crusheo, "fan"ii'eu'
IS hhds. Aluscovado, Cardenas, and Porto
Rico Mo!asses
IS bbls. Golden Honey Syrup
$50 bags Rio Cape, Porto Rico, and Java
Coffee
10 chests Gunpowdcr, Imperial, Young NY
son. ard Oolong Teas, from medium 10
prime grades
10 tierces fresh beat Rice
$50 boxes Adamantlno and Solar Sperm
Candles
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r Y CROSS

4 NN0UNCES 10 his friends and the public
~ generally that lie intends 10 conduct tl,
BOOT and SHOE BUSINESS, in I'll its branrhc,.
and hopes. from the ana attention to the work
turned out Of his establishment ~ receive full
share Of the public patronage. A call is solicited
vt No IA King street. Ism
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JOHN LATOUCHT.

MERCHANT TAILOR, 50 KING. STREET.
rs NOW receiving 4 choice assortment OF
Il SPRING GOODS. and respectfully solicitS a
81 are Of nublic patronage. nh Is
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DRY GOODS, &C,

.FEMBERS OF CONGRESS AND OTHERS
lfl who are soon to return to their homes, and
who would add to the comfort and beauty of their
houses, are respectfully invited to our Warehouse.
Pennsylvania avenue, Market Space, No. 1, third
door east of Ninth street, where they may find Il
full and complete assortment Of
Elegant Wilton Velvet Carpetings, from $I2j to
$l.75 per yard
Rich English Brussels do, at from 90 cts. to SllO
Rich Imperial Threeply, e.! lbs. to the yard,) ut
from ST. cts. to Sl.l0
Splendid real imported Double Ingram do, 20 to
50 cents
Very good real imported Double Ingram do ut
40 to 80 cts
Also, all widths twi!lcd and plain Venetian do,
for halls and passages % to IS els
Also, elegant wide Uilcloths for rooms, halls,
passages, steps, &c., which We cat out to
Also, new style Cocoa and Canton Mattngs
Rich aud extensive variety Of Velvet and Rrus-
sells Rugs and Drnggcts, in borders and by
the yarl
Door Mats in great variety
Superior and very cheap all Linen ShectingS
Real Silica Table Da,naskS from Ga to l24
wide, Table Cloths in nil sizes, 81 by Sd to
IA by 2i-l, Napkins to match
Also, Towelling>, Toilet Quilts, and other Toilet
Goods. in pleasing and great abundance,
CrETAIN NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. stock Of rich and
appropriate materials for Curtains is not to be sur
passed, i'll point of elegance, variety, und reason
tblcneSs Of price, any where. We have
Elegant Satin Brocatcls, which nearly two
yards wide ut from g. cts To sc
DamaSk and Satin LaincS, from 81 cts. to -
Extra rich Embroidered Tapestry a new article
for Curtains richer than Brocatcls
Reps and Turkey Cloths, in embroidered patterns
and by the yard, ut ,stonishngy low prices
Also, superb Embroidered Lace and Muslin I'M
der Curtains, 1T from l2lc. to 81 per yard
And ail the CormiccS, Side Bands beautifully rep
resenting flowers and fruits, with rich Con-
ire and Side Cords and Iasscls and Gimps
to match.
In consequence Of the advanced stage of the
season, we have determined to run oil any Of the
above goods at jus: about the first cost and at
prices warranted to be less than the can be
had elsewhere.
All goods sold to 20 TO ii distance will be care
fully packed for transportation and sent off free
Of extra cost. CLAGETT Il DODSON,
Washington, jc 21-l0tcod
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HARVEST IMPLEMENTS, &c.
WE ARE NOW RECEIVING AND OFFER
w for sale az reasonable prices, large and
carefully selected stock Of HARVEST NIPPLE
MENTS, such as Revolving Hay RaEeS, Wheat
Cleaners, Grain Cradles, and Scythcs, Grass
Scythos and Snaths, Hand Rahcs, Hay Forks,
&C., &c: also, Corn and Tobacco Culiiyato.s,
double ard single Shovel Ploughs, Corn Ploughs,
knoX's Patent Horse Hoe, &c. Al ordeTs prompt
ly attendGd.to. Address
ADDISON, WALLACE d CO.,
my 90 No. IS, king-strect
WATER COOLERS, FLY AND ROA II
w TRAPS, dc.--I have just received and
offer for sale 81 Il small advance, supply Of the
handScinest and best WATER COOLERS ever
brought into this market; also, samples of FLY
aud R0A eli TRAPS, Of most approved makes.
| AM closing out my Japanuci aud Tin Cham
Der Sets, Infants and Hip Baths, and goods OF
that kind ri cost. Gail ana see.
JOHN r. CREIGHTON,
ic ii No. IS; King street,
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I EWIS BAAR, l3S, King street, has just re-
L 4 ccvcd the following desirable GOODS -
Black Dress Silks: black Al pacca; Dress Berages:
Shawls, white and black; "a black French Meri-
no. Poll de Chcvcr; Lawn from II to jOc.: all
wool DcLancs: Dehages, with Cambria and Swiss
Mouslin; do. do. dotted; Ladies' Linen Handler
chiefs; Gcntlcmcms do. do; Ladies Collars: Col
lars and Sleeves; Bands: LaccS: Bobinct, plain and
figured; Tissue for Wells: Bcragc do Black Vel
vet Ribbon; Gloves: Stockings, &c.
These GOODS having all been bought from
frst-ciaSS houses, and ut the lowest cash prices,
assure ny customers and the public generally,
that | can compete in regard to prices with any
house in this city, and exhibit an assortment Z!
goods especially selected and adapted 20 this mar
kct i call will be sufficient to convince every
ady. jc
I ACE MANTILLAS on COMMISSION
Il We have received from an Importing House,
a lot Of LACE POINTS and MANTILLAS, TO be
sold or returned by the first Of July. These
GOODS are good quality, and range in price
from 1878 to $50. They will lie sold at small
advance TO close out by the first Of July.
ASHLEY WOOD.
s. Those in want will please call soon, az We
will he compelled 10 return all on hand at the time
mentioned. \. Il y.
ie q No. l70, King street. tlcX'a., Va.
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TTNHE MEMBERS OF TIE "POT0MAC,
i PIEDMONT AND VALLEY AGRICUL-
TURAL SOCIETY,"" and others, will please take
notice that the subscriber has just received from
Now York, and has now opened ut his establish
ment, on Fairfax street, ore door South OF King,
Il select assortment Of FA l. j. and WINTER
GOODS, consisting Of CLOTHS, CASSIMEkES,
VESTINGS, &c, and finer or more elegant sap
ply cannot be found in any Tailoring establish
ment in this city. Cal! ard examine for your
selves. He has GOODS to suit the most .ashiona-
bic and please the plainest, all Of which will be
made up TO order, with nea tuess and dispatch.
Gentleman at distance. BY transmitting their
measures, together with their height, by mail, can
be furnished with CLOTHES, quality considered,
as cheap as they can be bought Of any house in
thia city.
All persons wishing to furnish their own goods
will have particular attention paid 10 them Al
ways thankful for ipNors, past, present, and TO
come, he shall with the aid Of generous and con-
hding public, continue TO FLAP WINGS.
WILLIAM l.. ATWELL,
oct 81 No. 4, Fairfax street.
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TUESDAY MORNING, JUNE 2G, 1&tt

On friday, June i5th, an amusing case
WIS tried in CINCINNATI arising out oi Il con-
tract for the alleged sale Of a hippopotamuS'
skin. stuffed and prepared for exhibition.
Two immense posters, Slvinga cclored repre-
seuration Of 'thc only hppopotamus IN Amer
lel." were spread before the jury.
The defendant denied the contract, and
~ The course Of ais defence also raised Tie
issue whether the skin was genuine or
stimulated one. Il WAS alleged on his be-
half that j.. l.. Gillespie had charge 81 the
po10tanuS, and that after ii hid been
hlrrard no rs Il >lde-show, near kohiuSon ;
,rnnaearir, it was subsequently Abandoned
hv Gillespie. and that defendant brought II
h,.', to prevent its being lost and offered to
return ii to the plaintiff, who refused to
take it. The plaintiff, on the other hand
insisted ,hat Robinson WAS Interested III IT,
and agreed to pay for 1t.
among the experts called to testify - to
whether the skin was genuine, was All
nurrctt. who had seen : live hippopolamus
40 fh" Geological Gardens III London. Mr.
L. vas Of opinion that the skln was gent
me. Re vas subjected 10 q close croSs-ex-
animation as to the style Of tail i'll the ami
,mai. which he described as short and used
- Keep dies Oh.
HuT,n was sent for rs an authority.
jos. Pres, ou, II gentleman connected Will.
the show business. was examined. lie sad
,l1c skin looked 10 he like that Of the SKIN OF
s.u elephant lie had never seen a hippo
po.unuS. Hir. p. let ont some Vi the secrets
Of the SHOW profession, by giving some idea
or the manner III which the mermAlds ana
Other munStrosite> are produced. Some lour
yeas ayo Dr.. Spalding wanted a mermaid
~ I'LL a collection, and witness called on Dr.
Frank, who asked $500 Tor one; but a
German in the Museum, who understood
the manufacture, offered to fix up AS good
u mermaid Is ever was seen" Tor much
lower figure. if he would fetch him good
salmon and the other portion OF 4 monkey.
The witness further stated that many years
ago, Raymond bad a hippopotamuS SKIN
made up. and he believed 1t went to Van
Amburgh as he succeeded to Raymond's
collection.
Whether the skin had ever adorned the
back Of Il hippopotamus OF not has not yet
been decided.
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LUMBER, LATES, LIME. &c.
u. WATERS.
'ERS. TH0>. A. TA1ERS,

WATERS & CO.,
INTENSIVE DEALERS IN LUM p Err ;,
II SHINGLES, LATIlS and 7 ALING -
Also, LIME, WHITE SAND, HYDRAULIC
CEMENT, CALCINED PLASTER, NAILS,
&C., at the Wharf, foot of Cameron street.
They have constantly on hand well assorted
stock of SEASONED LUMBER. Their arrange
ments with manufacturers in different sections,
enable them to supply particular bills Of White
Spruce and Southern Pine, of the best quality
and ut shortest notice.
n. B. Now landing 10000 feet of superior
Georg ia Pine. various sizes. NH -
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T UMBER, COAL, AND WOOD YARD.-Cor-
IL serof Union and Queen Streets, 4Norh.-Where
I am prepared to furnish every description Of
LUMBER, SHINGLES, LATHS, LIME, &c.
Also, Oak and Pine WOOD, Red and White Ash,
and Cumberland COAL, which am selling low for
lash, or on reasonable terms to good customers.
aug 3-tf L. W. BARKER.
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CABINET, CHAIR, AND SOFA MANUFAC-
" TORY, No. 100 King street, A(examdria, Ia.
Having lately fitted up of the handsomest
and most spacious Warcrooms in the city, for Tie
FURNITURE BUSINESS, I respectfully invite
public attention to my large stock Of FURhl-
TURE, which | am constantly increasing. Per-
sons visiting our city will find it to their advan-
tagc to give me CALL as the range of my GOODS,
N respect to quality and price, il such to cover
the wants and views of all. My stock con rises
Mahogany Sofas Rocking, Cane and Wood Seat
Sitting Chairs, Sideboards, Dressing Bureaus,
marble top and plain,) Marble Top and Plan
Wash Stands, Marble Top Sofa, Card, Book and
Fancy Table, Cottage Set, Bedsteads of all pat
terms, such as High, Fielding, French, Low-posb
Trundle Bedsteads, several patterns OF Cottase
Bedsteads; Hat Racks, Wurdrobes. Looking dias,
ses, and large number of other articles embraced
in tho business.
ny- Beds, Bolsters, Pillows, Mattresses, Se'
constantly on hand.
oct 1T JAMES H. DEVAUGHN.
"ERR[NG'S FIRE AND BURGLAR phoor
II SAFES, for sale at Factory prices, ny ,,u,
JAMES C. NEVETT
fsb 2l Agent for Alsxsndr's'
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SPRING SUPPLIES.

SPRING SUPPLIES.
FETHE subscribers are now in receipt Of their
! SPRING SUPPLIES Of EARTHENW ARE,
Of their own importation, direct to this port, per
Ship Annie Laurie, from Liverpool
Glassware Of Virginia manufacture
Plated CaStors, in great variety
britannia :" "
French China Dinner and Tea Sets
- Vases, Mugs, &c.
Window Glass, Of al! sizes
Stonewarc, Pipes, aad Stems
Demijohns. Goa! Oil Lamps, dc.
To which the attention CT dealers is respectfully
invited mo 2Ol K. II. MILLER, son Il CO.
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100, 100, 100, 100, 100.
SIMON WATERMAN, No. 100, King street,

ALEXANDRIA, VA,
d EGS leave to announce 10 his numerous friends
ID and customers, that he j. now prepared 10
exhibit stock of READY-MADE CLOTHING,
and Gentlemen's Furnishing GOODS, which in
regard to quantity, quality and styles, cannoi TIC
equalled by any similar establishment in this city,
and not excellcd by any Clothing house in the
two leading avenues of fashion on this side Of the
Atlantic-Broadway New York; and Chestnut
street, Philadelphia.
Although the present stock is very extensive
one indeed additional supplies will still be receiy
cd from time to time, during the business season,
in order to keep up full assortment Of styles and
sizes.
2. S.--Mr. WATERMAN will enicayor to CON
vince any faroring him with call that his
reputation for selling at the most moderate price.
is grounded Oh facts. app"
n OTlCE.--If you want good, cheap. and fash
~ ionablc CLOTHING, z" 10 LATOtCHE,
Merchant Tui{1r, 50, Hing-Sirs.t. Constantly re
ceiying the latest styles OF FURNISHING GOODS.
n. Il. 4 choice article Of SILK SHAKER ANA
CANTON UNDERSlllRTS ana DRAWERS.
lEiy" SHIRTS made 10 order sep fly
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And 81 all tin es Il good plate Of ICE CREAM.
Can and So. for yourself at the New store, 100,
King street Je .'-''.--
~~TST RECEIVED
20 boxes Sweet Oranges; 20 boxes Lemons
20 boxes Figs. bales soft shell Almonds
300 bales Cream Nuts; 200 bales tloerts
cusk Fecans; cask Hemp Seed
! cask Canary Seed: 800 Cocoanuts
30 boxes Raisins, wloleS, halves, and quarters
case Prunes case preserved finger
With Great variety Of other articles too hume
rou, to rneaton-Cartics and Cakes constantly
on hand. and also made 10 order have a!so re
covel this morning, a lot ofimportcd CanaricS II
tue song; also Cages Of different sizes, and variety
o! shapes. The above articles will be sold low for
.a.A. At C. SCHAFER'S. Confectionery.
my2 No. north Fairfax street.
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RARGhINSI RARGAINS,

SELLING OFF AT COST.
WE WILL from the 18th day of June. sell off
w without reserve entire stock Of summer
goods AT prime cost fo: cash.
We have good assortment Of goods all kinds
on hand, and are confident if you will give IL
call you can be suited.
S. 4 ". MEIENBERG,
IL l.. corner kiuer and Pitt ST..
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y ALELAN UKIA BREW ERI.
L HE undersigned is now manufacturing, nj hi
Is Il I. " J. K Y,
Corner of King and Fayotte Streets,


PALE. AMBER. AND CREAM HES,
to which be respectfully invites the attention OF
his friends, and the public. Having IN expert
cnce Of over 20 years in the business, and posses
sing extensive mn"4Iuctm'iny facilities, he iatters
himself that his ALES will compare fayorably
with any manufactured, either in or OFT OF the
State Of Virginia.
If necessary, he could fill columns with the
many tlattering testimonials he has received with
regard to the superiority OF his ALES, from the
press and the public; bat he prefers that his ALE
shall speak for itself.
By strict pe"son"| attention 10 business. and
determination IL manufacture nothing bat Il
superior quality Of PJHE AR, he hopes 10
merit share Of public patronage.
BOTTLED ALE AND PORTER, pat up ex-
prcssly for family use, constantly on hand.
10" Orders promptly attended 10.
mills II. 5. MARTINI
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7 IQUORS.--
IL 100 bbls. Rectfcd WhiSkey
IS Old Rye "
10 years old, and very superior
casks very fine 0tard and JAS. Hcnnesey,
Brandy, Vintage 1913, 1850, and 1852
casks very fine old Sherry Wine
10 baskets Champagne, "Bouzy," for sale by
ap Ii WASHINGTON L co.
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JAMES C. NEVETT,

JAMES T.. NEfElI,
Duke Street WI. orf, Alexandria, Va,
EsAS Now on HAND, and will be constant
I / ly receiving during the season, full supplies
CT
No. PERUVIAN GUAH0.
DeBURG'S SUPER PHOSPHATE LIME.
ROBINSON'S MANIPULATED GUAN0.
COLUMBIAN GUAN0.
EANASSA GUAN0.
A. A. MEXICAN GUANO.
JARVIS ISLAND or AMERICAN CO.'S. dc.
AGRICULTURAL SALT, &C., &c.
All of which are OF best quality, and will be
sold in large or small quantities at lowest market
rates. Orders for any other kinds received and
titled at current prices TSent.l feb IS
Z IILIE's CHILLED AND WROUGHT
ElIR0N BURGLAR AND FIRE-PRO0F
SAFES, with his inpro .cd combined Formulation
and Combination Locks, have merits that deserve
the attention Of every business man. Ii is conf
IDENTIFY believed that tie decided triumphs Of this
SAFE in al places where fully te7ted as at Iowa
CITY by would be competitors, and al Oshkosh,
wisconsin by fire, nllst convince discriminating
public Of the folly CO trusting in shect-iron SAFES
for an purpose whatever. Persons wishing SAFES
arc invited 70 an investigation 81 The many advan-
tages this CHILLED IRON SAFE possesses over
ali others BY calling NJ Sales Rooms, IS
Louisiana Avenue, Washington city, the moot Sd
tisfac,ory certificates can be seen OF the FIRE
and BURGLAR PROOF MERITS OF this SAFE.
+. c. PATTERSON, General Agent.
Washington, dec l3--dly
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w. & A. MURRAY, Merchant Tailors,
4 RE NOW RECEIVING their SPRING and
n SUMMER GOODS, and would invite all in
want of any thing in their line to give them call.
NH II