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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

PIANOS.
4 LARGEST ASSORTMENT OF
PIANOS IN THE COUNTRY.
GOLD MEDALS
IN FOUR SUCCESSIVE YEARS
At the Maryland Institute, besides frst premiums
At the Fairs in Philadelphia, Washington and
Richmond.
TESTIMONIALS OF EXCELLENCE
PROM
STRAK0SCH,
and G. sATTER.
AS also FROM some of the most eminent Professors
and Amateurs in the country.
WILLIAM KNABE CO.,
Nos l, 8, and 4 NORTH EUTAW STREET,
BALTIMORE,
would respectfully invite the attention of the pub
lie to their well assorted stock of
GRAND AND SQUARE PIANO F0RTES,
which, for beauty OF finish, power and sweetness Of
tone and elasticity Of touch, have been BY judges,
pronounced unrivailed. Every Piano guaranteed
for five years. and privilege Of exchange granted
at any time within six months, ii not entirely sa-
tisfactory.
Terms liberal A call is respectfully solicited
before purchasing elsewhere.
PIANOS taken in exchange, hired and repaired.
WILLIAM KNABE 4 co.
nayt;mora can 16-61y
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20
SOLUTION

y L = y I y ~
N1HE CO-PARTNERSHIP heretofore existing
i under the firm of r. H. MILLER, SON
Co.. was dissolved by limitation on the lat ntimo,
by the retirement of WARWICK NJ. STABLER
and SAMUEL HOWELL. As it is important
that the business Of the late firm should be settled
mp as speedily rs possible all parties indebted will
confer great favor upon the subscribers BY an
early payment Of their accounts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

MILITARY GOODS-W. b. RICHARDS,
w Jr., Dealer in Military Goods, Ito King
street, Alexandria, Vs. wcgld remind all IN want
81 the above Goods by the POD instant, that il
would Be we'll to send il their orders early, that
they may he filled in time. Swords, Belts, Hats,
Caps Epaulets, Sashes, Buttons, Gilt Lace and
Cord, and All kinds II Trimmings, furnished At
the lowest rates, feb II
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

E#Fs DWELLING HOUSE FOR SALE.-The
Ea undersigned is authorized to sell at private
sale, desirable THREE STORY NEW BRICK
DWELLING HOUSE, fitted up in good modern
style, including gas and water, situated on Payne
street. between Duke aud Prince streets. This
property can be bought low for cash. Ifnot sold
at private sale by the NINETEENTH MARCH,
it will then be offered at public sale. Persons
wishing to purchase will apply to
JOHN I. JOHNSON.
feb 6-dts Corner Union Il. and Fayette Alley.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

TT NOTICE.
UNDER the authority of the last win and ties.
lament Of John Leadbeater. decd, the DRUG,
PAINT and OIL BUSINESS, lately conducted
under the firm of j. Leadbeater & Son, will be
continued by the undersigned, Executrix, under
the style Of LEADBEATER d CO., for the BEN
EFT Of his estate.
BY the last viii and testament of the said John
Leadbsater, the undersigned is authorized to con-
Time the business, for the benefit Of the estate,
and not only h. assets in said firm, but all his
estate is responsible for the liabilities contracted
in carrying on the business.
Having employed my sou. EDWARD 5. LEAD.
BEATER, to conduct said business, the estate OF
the said John Lsadbeater will be responsible for
all liabilities contracted by him in carrying on
said busiuess-ho being fully authorized to sign,
or use the name Of "Lsadbeatss Co." for that
purpose.
The liberal patronage extended to the Grm Of }
Lsadbeater + Son, lie respectfully solicited.
MARY p. LEADBEATER,
Exeeutrix Of John Leadbeater, deceased
I'd mo l6--lm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20
GROCERIES, &c.
7. A. BREWIs, Cameron Stroet,

GROCERIES, &C.
T. A. BREWIs, Cameron Street.
I rs now receiving. per steamship Mount vernon
| | and Sohrs. Fleetwood and Fairfax from New
| York, his FALL SUPPLIES OF dkOChhIEs
AND LIQUORS, consisting in part as toliow''- -
\ StGARS.-Porto Rico, Cuba, New Orleans Loaf
! Crushed Grauulatod, Powdered, A D., Gomez
I and Yellow.
I MOLASSES.- Porto Rico Cuba, Muscoyadai New
\ York, Philadelphia, and Baltimore syrups.
\ COFFEE.-Rio, Laguyra, Maracaibo, Java, and
I Mocha.
TEAS Guupowder, Imperial, Young Ilyson, and
Black. Of various qualities
i sUNDRIES.-Spcrm,A damantinc, and Mould
Candles; Starch; Pepper Pimentoi NuImeg%
Mace; Ginger Sal Soda; Saltpetre; Rice Cheese;
Candy Broolns, &C., &c.
90 half pipes and casks fine Henesey and Otard
BRANDIES
Is casks Port, sherry, AMI Madeira WINES
10 Malaga d.
500 bbls. WHISKEY, part very prime
30 y GIN and RUM
10 Apple and Peach BRANDY
p baskets CHAMPAGNE. oct ~
NTOTIcE.-Havi determined 70 make a
~ change III our mode Of business, and beng
anxious to close out the stock a. soon ~ possible
Ne offer our entire supply Of GROCERIES,,
WIVES IInI.0YS TEAS SEGARS. TOBAC-
90. &C., 6c.. at cost for cash.
Farmer, and merchants will NJ" nave an Or
portuuity q purchasing GOODS lar below me
present market price. We VII state mat our
s,o,N !, H. b'y = ever 5gcred and bought when
.,oaJ. wore ,pnch lower tban thew are now.
;,n2 HTACIiIOCK MARSHALL 4 co.
80
81 SippI.1ES on GR0CERIES, selected
rnrnr,IIv f,r family ne. Wg name ii part
III XIII, ,,r;,,. Ne,g CrIaan. sugar
10 Porto Rico
~ bbls. Crushed and Cut Loaf sugar
10 half boxes Loaf
- ~ M - ~, . nj J R1eo Ta,
!" ~. ,;a'Sy,Ia
y mus prime or'' i'i'o ''Ao."''''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20
NOTICE.

T NOTICE.
i HE copartnership heretofore existing under
the firm Of JOHN LEADBEATER 4 son, is
dissolved by the death of the senior partner,
JOHN LEADBEATER. All persons having
claims against the late firm, will please present
them to the subscriber, and those indebted, will
please pay when called upon.
EDWARD S. LEADBEATER,
Surviving partner of Jno Leadbeater Son.
Cd mo y6--fm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

0tARpETINGS AND OIL CLOTHS
" TPRICES GREATL y REDCCED
Floor Oil Cloths, of all widths for Halls and Pas
sages. We have a large stock Of Three Ply, IN
grain, all Wool, Wool Filling, Rag and Hemp
Carpetings, which will he sold as above.
S. 4 W. MEYENBERG,
ian Ia cor Pitt-street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

TURS! FURS, FURS Just received Iy
il the steamer Mount Vernon, another a-soM
meat Of Ladies and Children FURS direct nom
tho manufacturer, and not auction goods
ROY 9 Join T. ENANs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20
Dry GOODS, &C.
q ooo IronrIr az nav GOODS Avn COST

S25. 600 WORTH OF DRY GOODS AT COST
nUR ENTIRE STOCK OF GOODS consist
ing in part of the newest and most choice
goods Of the season. The various assortment' en-
brace
Black and Colored Dress Silks; fine Dress GOODS
Low and Medium price Dress Goods
shawls; Cloaks; Hoop Skirts, &c, &c.
Together with an extensive assortment OF
White Brilliants Jaconets; Cambrlcs ana muSiihS
Swiss Muslins; Embroideres Laces
Collars, and many now and desirable goods IN
that line.
Our stock Of Cloths and Cassimercs include many
choice goods.
Also Blankets, Flannels, Bleachcd and Brown
Cottons, &C., &c. 20,
We have determined from this day, dec. 49,
until January LIST, to sell for cash, or to those who
will settle their accounts on the lst of January,
the above goods at COST. As this notice is to be
in effect only for the time mentioned it is earnest
" requested that those who desire to have the
benefit Of it will do 30 rs early as possible
ASHBY q WOOD,
No. 10 King street,
doc IL under Orange and Alex. r.. II. Othce.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20
lust RECEIVED some fue genuine

=
81 MEERSCHAUM PIPE BOWLS, and
REEDS or CHERRY STEMS
70 euit. Also very line TUBES 81 SEGAR
SMOkERS-the very kind the ladies have been
asking after make presents t. their male friends
And on hand fine stock Of MANUFACTURED
TOBACCO, SEGARS, SNUFF, kc.
&. 7. SHAW, n. L. corner Of
ian 2-tf King and Fairfax sts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

StHERIFF'S SALE.-By virtue of a warrant OF
- distress issued in favor of John West, for rent,
vs.. Henry Blondhaem, / will offer for sale by
auction, ON FRIDAY, the TW -F0U RTH
DAY OF FEBRUARY, 1860, at 10 o'clock, at
the northwest corner of King and Fairfax streets,
q large stock of READY-MADE CLOTHING,
consisting of Goats, Pants, Vests, and many other
articles of wearing apparel; also the fixtures, &C.,
therein, belonging to said Blondhaem, or SO much
as will be necessary TO satisfy said warrant
Terms cash. c. NJ. CASTLEMAN, d. S.
feb l4-dtS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

HURS! FURS!!-SECOND SUPPLY We
IL have opened this day our second supply Of
LADIES DRESS FURS, which. in addition 70
our former stock. makes our assortment very COM
plete We earnestly invite the Ladies to give US 4
call. rs we will sell our Furs at Northern prices
dec 3 s. 4 ". MEYENBERG.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

NOTICE. have determined 70 sell of lior
~ CASH only) my entire stock of DRY, FANCY,
and MILLINERY GOODS, at CosT.-DcBagcs,
DeLaines, Prints, French and English Merinocs
Flannels, Cassinets, Black and Grey Cloths for
Cloaks; also, Shawls, Cloaks, Blankets, Bleached
and Brown Cottons, &c. LEWIS BAAR,
ian 10 100 King-street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

TRENCH MERINoES, CASHAIERES, and
l. M0USLINES, Valencia Plaids, Travelling
Dress Goods, Printed Delaines, Ginghams, Sack
Flannels, Ladies Cloaks, Lace Sets. Collar and
Sleeyes,) Embroidered Muslin and Cambria Col
lars. The above, with many other very desirable
GOODS, we are now Offering, greatly below this
seasons prices. ASHBY WOOD,
ian % 17O King ST., under 0. d a. R. r. office
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

~ AT VERY Low PRICES. .
We ardShow receiving a large and we'll selected
stock Of HOUSEKEEPING GOODS, such AS
Bleached and Brown Shirtings, Cotton and Linen
Sheetings, Damask Table Linens and Cloths, Nap
kins Doles Towelings, in great variety; Pillow
Case Cottons and Linens, "a Undressed Cam6rIcs,
plain and Jaconett Cambrics, Cambria and SWISS
Bands. Rdgings in every variety, Hosiery, Jou-
wins Kid Gloves. &C., &c. We shall also con-
time to sell all our Fancy silks, silk Robes, Fou-
lard Silks Merinoes and most WINTER GOODS
At prime cost. TAYLOR Il HUTCHINSON,
No. ~, Louisiana avenue,
opposite Centre Market Space.
Wacb;n oton Feh IA
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

10 whom Assessed,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

HMBROIDERIES-L THAN COST
IL We are selling of our entire stock Of Embro-
deres Collars, Sleeves, Sets, handkerchief
Swiss and Cambria Braids, Edgings and Insert
ings, without regard to cost Among them are
some Of the best bargains ever offered in this
ket ffeb II s. 4 ". MEYENBERG.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20
James Clagett's heirs,
Lot 80, P. b. 7. 4 D's.
= u q
SHERIFFs SALE.

SHERIFF'S SALE.
DY virtue of warrant OF distress issued IN ia
ID vor of the Alexandria Canal Company, against
James X. Wilson, viii offer for sale, by auction,
ON TUESDAY, the TWENTY FIRST DAY OF
FEBRUARY, 1860, at noon, the following pro-
asss- -sr1Tr777,S perty, viz: SIX CANAL BoAIs,
NOW lying in and near the dock OF
the said Wilson, on the Alexandria Canal, near
the Potomac Aqueduct, with their furniture and
equipment, the same having been seized and taken
under the said warrant, to satisfy rent due the
said company. Terms cash.
Sale to take place at the said dock.
ian 3O-dts c. NJ. CASTLEMAN, D. 5.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

I1ULLED CLOTHS AND LINSEYS.-We have
Il just received another supply of Millers sup.
Pulled CLOTHS, to which We invite attention.
dec GEO. h. WILMER 4 BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1860-02-20

lust RECEIvBD-3O pieces fancy Mouslines
q at I6S to 25c., very cheap
10 pieces DeBage and Lavila Cloth, al l24c.
Another lot Of these beautiful and cheap Reversal
bic Shawls
100 pieces Fancy Prints, from g TO l2ic
10 Cassnetts
Beaver Cloths and Fancy Cassimeres
50 pieces "A and "a Pulled Cloths, extra quality
80 {" S-4to "a Plaid and striped Linseys
10 pairs sup. Bed Blankets
100 Negro do
10 pieces White and colored Flannels
Brown and Bleached Sheeting and Shirtings, with
many other GOODS, to which we invite attention.
nov II G. X. WILMER Il BROS.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1860-10-27
Stnte Fnrm Bows.

The boys from the Ohio State Farm, com
manded by Capt. Irving Linn, and under the
supervision of Mr.. Howe, the acting commits
siOner, and the elder brothers, made visit to
Lancaster on the second day OF the Fair
The boys were in handsome uniform, and
the larger class of them appeared under
United States muskets. They moved in pro-
cession through the principal streets of the
city, and thence to the Fair Grounds, where
they acquitted themselves handsomely, and
reflected much credit upon the officers of the
Reform Farm, by their gentlemanly deport-
ment and military drill. The smaller class
in the meanwhile amusing themselves and
the citizens, by varied athletic exercises and
sports, in the circle. 1t is matter of great
qualification to witness the finely improved
condition of the boys, both in appearance
and depOrtment.-LancGster Gdz.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1860-10-27
Tho Starving Prisoner.

William Blue, the self-starved counterfeit
er, confined in the county jail of Lafayette,
Ind, has so far yielded to the fearful and
agOnizing opportunities of his young wife, as
to partake of a little nourishment, but he is
so much prostrated that it does him no good.
He denies that he abstains from food for the
purpose of fseltdestruction, but it is quite evil
dent that he has deliberately made up his
mind to die rather than suffer the inevitable
penalty of his crime. 1t is his first offense.
He had been repeatedly solicited to engage in
the purchase and circulation of bogus coin
and had as often refused, until, in an evil
hour, the scarcity of work, and the necessity
of providing for the wants of his family du-
ring the coming winter, conspired to weaken
his resolution, and yielding to temptation he
purchased the counterfeit coin. In twenty
four hours afterwards he was in Jail. The
devotion of his young wife, and the mute ell
oquence of her great sorrow, excites univer-
sal sympathy.-Lqtayette Ind Courier.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1860-10-27
Carl schurz on Americnnlsm.


In his recent speech at Buffalo, Carl Schurz
expressed his views of the i'American" move
ment according to the Commercial Adver-
tiser, in the following terms:
The American party-said Carl Schurz-
has now no vitality as an organization, aud
no further fear need be entertained of pro-
scriptive attempts on its part. As German,
be had, in common with his fellow Germans,
strongly opposed the "Know NOthings,' He
could not do otherwise. Yet he would not
say that party like the American was use
less or uncalled for. To understand it one
should occupy the American standpoint
How would it be in Germany, suppoSing that
the tide were turned the other way; that an
overwhelming American emigration should
pour into Germany, having the right to vote
after a short probation, exercising that right
in ignorance of the institutions Of the cOun-
try, and voting all one way, en- n'asse, with
out study Of politics and under ecclesias-
teal control, or caught by some prettily
sounding party name? Would there not then
be a pretty large party of German Know
Nothings2
Mr.. Schurz then explained that it was un-
der such provocation as this that the Ameri-
can party came into being. But, he added,
the necessity or excuse for it exists no longer.
The foreign vote is divided. 1t thinks, reads,
discusses, and the children of Germany vote
governed by their individual convictions, and
under no control whatever. He then appeal
ed to his fellow Germans to Americanize
themselves, to study the language, literature
and political institutions of this country
When they had done that, and came to know
and be known by Americans, they would
find themselves taken at once into fellow
ship, and welcomed to the warm American
heart
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1860-10-27

Who WILL TAKE OFFICE AT THE SOUTH,
UNDER LINCOLN l-One Ben Lane, of Mobile;
remarks that there are four kinds of federal
office holders in Alabama, viz Officers of the
Federal Courts, Lands Officers, Postmasters,
and Collectors of Customs. He then asks, If
the Courts are shut up, who will be injured,
and how will that interfere with Lincoln's
Administration If the Land Offices were
closed; who would he harmed, but our peo-
pie who want land and could not get it?-
And if tie mails were stopped, who would
be injured-Lincoln or our people? And if
nobody could be found to accept the Custom
House offices, they could be found in the
North, and could, if not suffered to land, col
lect the duties on board ship; and Congress
could abolish Mobile, as port OF entry. In
our opinion, that Ben Lane is sensible man.
We should not wonder if he could be per-
sLaded to take Office himself-K. Y. COur. &
ERq.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1860-10-27

PLANK ROAD RAD.-An unfortunate strife
has sprung up between the brothers Culver,
of this place, mail contractors, and the Plank
road company, which has led to the institu-
ton of a suit before a U. S. Commissioner,
and the arrest, so we understand it, under
criminal process. of o. H. Fitch, J. D. Hull
bert, citizens of this place, and Frederick
Udell, of Jefferson, charging them with the
stoppage of the U. S. Mail These gentle
men are the directors of the plank road
company, and in that capacity directed
the closing of the toll gates against the
mail coach for non-payment Of tolls
The refusal to pay is based upon the alleged
unlawful condition of the road. The process
being criminal, was forthwith, but the res
pondents were allowed to make their own
appearance at Cleveland, 10 a. NJ. on Friday,
26th inst.-AshtabEla Telegraph.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1860-10-27
The LirtIe Ginnt.

How Douglas got the title of "Little
Giant" is thus explained by a correspondent
of the Chicago Tribune:
Many years ago, when the MormOns were
in the height of their glory at the city of
NauyOo, in this State, Stephen A. Douglas
visited the city of the Saints, and spent con-
siderable time in cOquetting among the pop
ulace, eloquently cOngratulating them on the
beauties Of their peculiar institution; This s2
and saints, that Joe Smith said: Truly, this
Douglas is a EuIe giant" Soon the illinois
Democracy caught the sound and passed it
around, and away it few with lighting
speed to the uttermost bounds of the Democ-
racy, and still they are ringing in our ears
the words of the Mormon Prophet "Great is
the Little GianuV
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1860-10-27

That old Clay Wing organ, The Common
wealth, Frankfort KY, after avowing its
editors individual belief that any State that
will has a right to secede from the Union,
goes on to say that
"If the people Of South Carolina, Ala
bama, or Georgia, desire TO secede from the
Union, in the name of the Constitution let
them do so. Let them form Republic, an
Empire, or anything else they may fancy
Let them inclose themselves within Chinese
wall if they want to, and here is one who
viii contribute his mite toward furnishing
the necessary rocks. Let them do what they
please. Let them do it as they please, and
when they please, with one solitary condo
ton, viz; that their separation shall be final.
Their absence would be an inealculable and
invaluable relief to the balance of the people
Of these United States. We should escape
large quantities Of quadrennill gas, aud noise,
and confusion and stuff.
"At every Presidential election, these po-
litical tilibusters remind us of the poor
Frenchman who locked himself in a room
with rich ditto, and threatened to blow his
own brains out and charge the rich one with
the murder, unless the latter gave him then
and there five hundred dollars. Every four
years these Southern Qui&ottes swell up,with
bad whisky and worse logic, and tell the
balance of the people if they don't do so and
so, that they-the Quixotes-will secede. Let
them secede and be-bleSscd. We are tired
Of their gasconade, their terrific threats and
Of their bloody prophecies. They were never
calculated for any higher destiny than that
of frightening old wOmen and young child
ren. They have been revived and repeated
until-to use an expressive vnlgarism-they
are played out. Their bombast is absolutely
sickening."
Mind that this is no Republican, no North
ern hater OF the South or of Slavery, but a
lifelong Kentucky Whig now doing his
best for Bell and Everett
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1860-10-27

How To GET REPosEIN OLD AGE-I strong
ly recommend to you to follow the analogy
of the body in seeking the refreshment Of
the mind. Everybody knows that both man
and horse are very much relieved and rested,
II, instead of lying down and falling asleep
or endeavoring to fall asleep, he changes the
muscles be puts in operation; if instead of
level ground he goes up and down hill, it is
rest both to the man and to the horse
which he rldes-a different set of muscles
are called into action. So, say, call into
action a different class of faculties, apply
your minds to other objects of wholesome
good to yourselves as well as Of good to
Others, and depend upon it, that it is the true
mode Of getting repose in old age. Do not
over-work yourselves; do everything in
moderatiOn.-LOrd BrOugham.
Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1860-10-27

MEcCA On WELLs.-Mr. ]. W. Abel, o.
Mecca, informs US that the number of Off
wells which have been sunk in the townshipo
Mecca, is about five hundred, at an expense of
seventy dollars each, total amount, thirty five
thousand dollars. There are at presantf
thirty-twO engines at work, yielding about
one hundred and fifty barrels per day. The
HoIie well yields fifty barrels per day Var
TeR Chronicle.