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Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
The Surrender orCambcrinnd Gap

The LynchbuTg Nirginian says:
An officer who was at the Cumberland
zap in the capacity of Lieut. Colonel, was
this city yesterday, and reports the fol-
owing. l!eis well known to MS, is a Viz.
ginian, and his statement may be relied
lpon. He SAYS that We had 1900 men, were
very strongly intrenched, and had plenty OF
guns and ammunition. When the enemy,
numbering about six regiments us is belieV'
cd. commanded our forces to surrender Gen,
Frazier held council of officers, and II was
unanimously determined tnat the place
should he held to the last extremity. The
officers then took their positions, but II Mas
soon rumorcd that Kentucky regiment bad
lhruwn doNn 'hcir arms. The ohieer ~
question going lo make some inquiry upon
the subject, observed a white Tag lying
and interrogating Gen Frazier as 10 What II
meant tic latter replied, "tell Gen. Jone'
that have gone up the spout The Col
viii three hundred OF bis men, then r,iireo
urmalrsted.
Hr considers the surrender Of tnmher
land Gnp the most disgragciul event OF ih'
war and 10 Il j., FTil.er Ne believe, is
Tcnn,sstean, AMI betrayed h.s trust, ol suel
a position would neyer have been ,islde,
y ilynui % much as fnng a gun, II u higs
,imt 'Lai saris GsLsfals wffs SHOT
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
From Japan.

SAN Francisco, Sept 21.--Arrived, ship
Herald 9t'thc Morning, from Boston.
A private letter from American Minister
Pruyn, dated Kanagawa, Japan, Aug. 10th,
says THE prompt resentment of the
outrage upon our flag has resulted most
tavorably.
The Wyoming, with six guns, destroyed
japanese steamer barquc and brig mount
ing twenty-five guns, besides engaging six
batteries. The accomplishment of so much
with SO little means, astonisded the Co
vcrnmcnt and people; and what is strange,
1.-THE Government is obliged to U.S."
Other advices nf the same date say that
the British fleet has gone to the Santimus
Dominions to demand e25,000 indemnity
and the surrender of. the murderers of
Richardson. If the money is not paid a
consideri rI, campaign will be inaugurated
against the Damios.
Dates from Shanghai to July 2lst state
that the cholera is raging there with unaba-
ted fury, and the mortality is fearful.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
sON BETTING -

CUMBERLAND COUNTY, BY ORDER
ioUNTY STANDING COMMITTEE.
rrton, Zcrbe township, Saturday
ct. Sd.
getown, Lower Mahanoy, Monday
Oct. 9th.
lsta School House, Upper Angus.
p, Pole Raising, Tuesday after.
9Th.
asky School House, Point town
nesday evening, Oct. 18th.
nokin, Coal township, Thursday,
bet. Sth.
'mcnts for meetings in the upper
of the county will he made by
n men in that section. Good
ave been engaged for the meet
intcd above.
= II. Purdy, or any of the so-called
ic speakers. who have been de
@ people, and slandering the Gov
for the past two years, are chal-
) appear at the above times and
d, in presence of the people, sus.
charges they are making against
rnment, the Administration, and
, if they have the heart so to ap-
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
w WATCHES,
y e eIry ~ ID ~ ma IA IL = I.
LEWIS LADOMUs & co.
500 Chcsnut Street, Philadelpnia


IJAVE always on hand large stock of Gold and
Silver Watches, suitable for Ladies' Gentleman
or Boys Wear. Some of our own importation, ex-
ira fine quality
Our assortment of Jewelry consists of the most
fashionable and rich designs as also the palmer and
less expensive.
Silver Spoons Forks, Pie, Cake and Fruit Knives ;
also u large variety of Fancy Silver Ware suitable
for Bridal Presents.
We have also ON hand most splendid assortment
of Diamond Jewery, of all kinds TO which we invite
especial attention Our prices will be found conside-
raby less than the articles usually sold for
All kinds of Watches repaired in the very best
manner, and warranted to give satisfaction.
WEDDING RINGS on hand and made TO order.
Call or address
LEWIS LADOMUS 4 co,
SOP Chestnut Street, Philadelphia.
p. S.-Thc highest cash prices paid for old Gold
and Silver.
Allorders from the country will receive especial
attention.
May 2, ls63.-3mo
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

ioBTAILs.-The Petersburg Express, of
21st inst, has the following The last
ch of Confederate prisoners who rcacLed
re came with the tails of their coats all
n of. They had been Furnished with
cd cloth frock coats during their impri-
lment at the North, but before they were
owed to use them they had to Lo sub
tted to the curtaiing process, which not
ly injured the good looks of the coats, but
,sitiycly injured their value. The object
the prison officials in performing this
Dcration was evidently to make some capi-
out Of the severed cloth, by making it
to military caps, hats, &c, or selling it
II some other equally profitable purpose
Ie are in SAVIOR OF strict retaliation, and
opc that every Yankee officer who is here
rtcr to he sent North may De allowed to
o with bobtailed coat"
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80 . 90

SOUTHERN REBEL DErT. Should
>ppcrhcads succeed in Pennsylvania
hio, they will propose to make Peace
he South Ivy assuming The Rebel Debt
will he trumped up at least THREE
SAND MILLIONS DOLLARS. This
be an immense burthcn on the labor
,dustry Of the country, which it could
get rid of. Elcc; the Union candi-
and the rebellion will he crushed out
; Christmas, the property of the rebels
Gated. and appropriated to pay our
Debt. and the country will become
prosperous hereafter than it ever was
p, and free from all burthcns. This is
md equitable. Voters, it depends upon
o decide these questions at the ballot
~ the second Tuesday of October.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

sNEXT MovE.-A letter from Il well
d correspondent in the Army of the
&C. states that tlc rebels relingujshed
per SO quietly for Il reason readily
oud in the army. lie SAYS:
; known to be but an effort to induce
to there locate the larger part of his
order that they may more easily
nut the movement they have now
to occnpy Pennsylvania. or part of
ny your election week. This is their
owe as sure as ;hc sun rises and sets,
me go so far as to say, that they have
ncouragcd to make this movement by
wn rebel sympathiZcrs.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

INFUL Sraur.-It is nothing unusual to
stout negro going through the streets
MS city with load OF Confederate
my notes fresh from the stamping press.
: accompanied 10y clerk, who supcrin-
the transfer of the stamping Office to
rcasury. However painful this sight
a politico-cconomical point Of view, ii
not equal the narrowing feeling pro
td hy the ncyer-cnding sound of the
lping presses at the old Richmond
sc. When these sights and sound,
cease, VIC will begin TO look for that
d time coming in cur fEaIcia! affair,
n We all hope to see.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
ISAAC K. STAUFFER.
NYafci, Walker and .se>,cIer,

MANUFACTURER or
SILVER WARE Importer Of WATCHES
No liS North Second St. Corner Quarry, PIlILA-
DELPHlA.
II f has constantly on hand an assortment Of Gold
i i and Silver Patent Lever, Lepinc and Plain
Watches Fine Gold Chains Seals and Keys. Breas;
Pins. Ear Rings, Finger Rings. Bracelets, Miniature
Cases. Medallions. Lockets, Pcncils 1himbles Spec
tnclcs. Silver Table, Desert Tea. Salt and Mustard
Spoons Sugar Spoons. Cups. Napkin Rings, Fruit
and Butter Knives Shields Combs, Diamond Point
ed Pens ec..-all of which will be sold low for Cash
NJ. |. TOBIAS cos best quality full jeweled
Patent Lever Movement. constantly on hand alsl
other Makers of superior quality.
\. B.-old Gold and Silver bought for cash
Sent D. ls43.-lYw
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

iy SHocKISG OccURRrScE.--0n last Tuesday
morning, Mrs. Mary Reed, widow woman living
by the railroad near the crossing at Shamokin street
rushed from her house in state of arrangement
upon the track in front of an approaching train and
was instantly killed by passing her neck
aud arns The inquest decided it case Of suicide
entirely eXoncrating the railroad company from
blame. Deceased has been subject 10 spells of in
sanity for some time past owing to trouble caused
by the loss Of husband and SON. and was aged about
fifty years.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

~ The filling up and making solid roadway o.
the trestle work on the Erie road, above town is
nearly completed. This is a great improvement
Workmcn are also engaged in making new main
track to run cast of the Round House and Machine
Shops, now in progress Of construction. The shoIs
and round. house will be located between the old and
new track.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

II GRATEs-Wo are indebted to Mrs. Charles
Peasants, for some fine white grapes. One specimen
is a native tender and delicate, and in appearance
and quality very much resembles the Rcbccca. The
vine from the garden Of jesse c. Horton, Esq,
The other is, we think White Sweet Water" and
not quite as highly favored, defect, We think, Pc
culiar to most four white grapes.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
t:n-NEw Fnklonr prror ANp wAnE. .norsn :

l:G-NEw FRKiGHr DEror AND WAnE-lIorsg. -
The Northern Central rail road company are
pleased to sec, erecting new Freight depot and
Ware house, at the junction of their rond with the
Shamokin Valley rail road, in this place. The
building will be, in SIZE 30 10y 80 feet with two plat
form fronts, for loading and unloading from both
roads This is a much wanted and desirable inn
proyomcnt
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

a Joint Resolution proposing Ger
tain Amendments to the COnstitu-
ton.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE AND
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, OF THE COM
MoNwEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA IN GENERAL
ASSEMBLY NET, That the following amend
mcnts be proposed to the Constitution Of
the Commonwealth, in accordance with the
provisions of the tenth article thereof:
There shall be an additional section to
the third article of the Constitution, to be
designated as section four, rs follows!
SECTION t. Whenever any of the quail
fed electors of this Commonwealth shall be
in any actual military service, under requi-
sition from the President of the United
States, or by the authority Of this Common
wealth, such electors may exercise the right
of suffrage in all elections by the citizens,
under such regulations as are, or shall be
prescribed by law, as fully as if they were
present at their usual place of election.
There shall be two additional sections to
the eleventh article of the Constitution, to
be designated as sections eight, and nine, as
follows:
SECTION S. No bill shall be passed by the
| Legislature, containing more than one sub
,iect, which shall be clearly expressed in ;hc
title, except appropriation bills
8. No bill shall be passed by the Legisla-
ture granting any powers, or privileges, in
any case, where the authority to grant such
powers, or privileges, has been, or may here
after be, conferred upon the courts of this
! Commonwealth.
JOHN CESSNA,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
JOHN p. PENNY,
Speaker of the Senate.
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF TIE Com
MoNwEATH,
HARRIsBURG, July /, 1868.
PENNSYLVANIA IS:
do hereby certify that the fore.
l.. S. going and annexed is a full, true
~~1 and correct copy of the original
Joint Resolution of the General Assembly,
entitled "A Joint Resolution proposing GER
tain Amendments to the Constitution" as
the same remains on file in this office.
In Testimony whereof, have hereunto set
my hand and caused the seal of the Secre-
tary's office to be affixed, the day and year
above written.
ELI SLIFER,
Secretary of the Commonwealth.
,Julv A. 1861
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--------------< ~ -
People Of Northumberland
county.

Mr.. CARMEL, Sept. 2Sth, 1868.
q that my being a Candidate for
'lature intcrtcres with my private
requiring more time than | can
IN earnest and faithful canvass of
ty, and believing that my personal
at home demand that should dis
the canvass, | therefore Withdraw
as a candidate for the Assembly.
me time returning my thanks to the
onvention for the compliment they
| upon me by nomination.
JONAS STEINE.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

q Messrs. Ballet & Follmcr Of this borough
have received the contract for furnishing the blinds
sash window frames doors &C. for the Carlisle Bar
racks which are being built since the destruc-
ton Of the old buildings by the rebels This speak
entcrprsingls of the above .-Miifoni1R.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
Voters Of NOrtfiUansberTaE 4
County.

TrEBrTvliLE, Sept. 29th, 1868.
Steinc the Union Nominee for the
urc in Northumberland County,
withdrawn his name as a Candidate,
solicitation of many of my Union
! offer myself rs an Independent
'andidatc for the Assembly. Should
ted | will Ito my utmost to advance
81 of the Government.
AMos +. BIsEL.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

~ When you hear Copperhead talking about
President Lineoins constitutional acts, just ask him
to point out n single instance where United States
Court, or any judge authorized to give an opinion,
has decided such an act to be unconstitutional.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

t-y RoHRBAcB's FoUSDRY-We call attention to
the advertisement of j. Rohrbach & Co The new
firm have extended the operations of this well
known establishment They have repaired and en-
arsed their Foundry, and have styles Of stoves
ploughs, &C., which purchasers would do well to ex
nnhnn
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

EACTiES or BLOCKADE RrNNERs.---A \
'eler tells Us there are thirteen blockade
ming vessels in Wilmington, all laden
h whisky. while the town stsclf is clean
of provisions, eaten out hy the runners
| Shy locks who 90 !herc 10 buy and sell
pds.--N0coH ltiegWgh.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

~ Godcy's Lady Book for October, lies before us.
1t is an excellent number, the ladies sHy and is
more generally peruscd than any lady's publication
in the country. Published by l.. A. Cooley, Phila-
dclphia nj So per year
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

{ y The Northern Central and Philadelphia 4
Erie roads, are doing heavy business in freight and
passenger trains. -Four daily trains, north and south,
pass the road, with seldom less than from four
to six ears.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
loraI affairs.

lY-The Mill oman says the fine residence of the
late T. $. Mackcy, Esq on the outskirts of this bor-
ough. was purchased on Wednesday last by our
townsman W. A. Schreycr.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

ly CATrLE.-Drovcso of cattle are passing through
this place daily. The number is much greater than
of any previous year We trust this is an indication
of cLcap beef
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
A TRApE-Who wou,Gbe with

A TEApE.-WisO w0nJT"be with
~ orr oSE? lF YoU HAVE TRADE, HAVE
Coon OSE There can be no better than the manu-
taeture Of Soaps. We have succeeded in reducing
the science of Soap making to mechanical certain
ty; that any unskled in the business can
with our Formula, prosecute the manufacture sue.
cessfully. Our Formula contains directions for pro-
ducing kinds Of Soap,
LIZ As aTrade-a Business-thcre is no be,ic-.
IyAs connected with country store, large in
creases the profits. The product sure sale-no rem
nants-vcry little room requred-small outlay for
fxurcs-no offensive odor omitted in the process Of
manufacture.
I-s Every family should possess the Formula, as
the Soap produced by it washes equally well in hard
in soft water.
TERMS FOR THE FORMULA,
For Family use, $500
For Store use, 25,OO
Exclusive manufacturing right in a town Of
10000 population, or less, 5000
DO. over 10. 900 and less thnn 25 600 1900
Eo over $1,000 and less hnn 10000, 10000
City of over $4,000 special terms will be agreed
upon
Upon receipt Of tho money we>asall send the For
mula, containg full and complete directions, which
prepared expressly for those unaequainted with
the process Of Soap-mnkng.
| [ o Inquiries will be eheerfully answered-proyi-
ded astamp is enclosed for return postage
Address DEARDSLEY A &C,
SSS Broadway, New-YoFk.
Sept. l2, ls63.-2m mr.
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MANHOOD,
How Lost, How Restored.

MA N E1oSD,
How Lost, How Restored.
inst Published, IN a Seated ERtciope. Price
SiT Cents.
A LECTURE on the Nature Treatment and Ra-
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Emissions inducing Impotency, Consumption, and
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BY ROB'T J. CULNERWELL NJ d.
The important fact that the awful consequences of
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ternal medicines the dangerous application of
caustics instruments, mcdcatod boges, and other
empirical devices, is here clearly demonstrated and
the entirely new and highly successful treatment as
adopted by the celebrated author fully explained,
by means of which every one is enabled to cure him
self perfectly and at the least possible cost thereby
avoiding all the advertised nosrums of the day This
lecture will prove u boon to thousands and thou
sannds.
Sent undcrscal in plain envelope, to any address
postpaid on receipt of two postage stamps, by ad
dressing the publishers.
CllAS J. C. KLINE 4 CO.,
127 Bowery, New York Post Office Box, 1886
Aug. Ij 1S63.-Feb. 2S,-ly &c
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MATTHEW'S 4 CON.

ttOrHcys :it Law. No. 100 Cor. Fulton
"A and Broadway, New York Will carefully al
tend to collections and all other matters iutrusted TO
their care.
Sept. TO- 1888
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THE PARIS MANTILLA, CLOAK AND
FUR EyIP0RlqrM.

No. 920 CHEssuT SrRERr. Formerly No. 70S)
PHILADELPHIA.
J. W. PROCTOR & co. invite the attention of
their Friends to their large and Superb Stock of
Fine CLOAKS and FURS
unparalleled in any former season.
The increased accommodation afforded incur new
location, enables to devote the fullest attention
to our
Fur Department
which will he found well furnished with every de.
scripton of First Class FJRS. which will be guaran-
teed as represented, or the money paid will be re.
funded.
ORDERS per mail will be carefully attended to
and delivered Express charges paid, and distance
inside of 100 miles
J. W. PROCTOR 4 CO.
No. 92O Chestnut Street, Philadelphia
Sept 5, 1S63.-Iy
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03

GENTLENES-lt gives me much satisfaction to
inform you that in the severe fire which, the
morning of the 4th inst entirely destroyed all my
stock and materials, | had one of your Salamander
Fire Proof Safes. After enduring intense red
heat for seven hours the Safe was opened and the
Books and Papers were preserved in an umbemishcd
condition. l shall need another Safe as get
in order Yours. most respectfully,
W p. DICKINSON, Reading, Pa.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1863-10-03
FANCY FURs /!

during the last few years, and would say TO them
that l now have in store of my own Importation
and manufacture a very extensive assortment of all
the different kinds and qualities Of Fancy Furs, for
Ladies and Children, that will be worn during the
Fall and Winter seasons.
Being the direct Importer of all my Furs from
Europe and having them all Manufactured under
my own up6rvison-enables to offer my 0.
mcrs the public much handsomer Set of Furs for
the same money Ladies please give me call be-
fore purchasing Please remember the name, num-
Der and street.
JOHN FAREIRA.
us Arch Street, Philadelphia.
September Q. lS6S.-5m
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ORNAMENTAL TRON NyOKsnAS.

WOOD S PERoT,
1886 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa.
OFFER for sale upon the most favorable terms,
~ New and Beautiful Designs in great variety of
Iron Rangs for Cemeteries, Residences &c. of
Wrought and cast Iron and Galvanized Iron and
Brass Tubing Iron Nerandahs. Balconies. Stairs,
Counters. Fountains. Gates. Columns. liitchng Posts,
Lamp Stands, Vases. Tables. Flower Stands. Sofas,
Chairs Statuary. Animals, and all other Iron Works
of Decorative character. Designs forwarded for
selection. Persons applying for fame, will please
state the kind Of work needed
Sept. 13, lS63,-3mjc
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A VALUABLE FARM FOR

SALE
VNiIE undersigned offers to sell at private sale, his
valuable iarln; situate in Zerbe township North
umberland county Pa, about one mile west of the
town of Treyorton, containing TWO HUNDRED
ACRES, more or less about sixty acres of which
are cleared and in good state Of cultivation, and
the balance well timbered with pine and oak The
improvements are a Log House, Barn and other out
buildings
Terms Easy. For particulars inquire Of
IRA T. CLEMENT
Sunbury, May 23 1858.
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a STRAY Ess'I.H.
HOUSE q LOT FOR SALE.

r'tlE undersigned offers for sale the house and lot
| now occupied by himself, situated in Deer street
the first dwelling north of the Lutheran Church.
The improvements are II good TWO STORY FRAME
BUILDING, "a feet square in front with two story
back building a by "a, with double porch, con-
tanning in all eight and "A large hall Also II
good summer kitchen and other outbuildings, to-
gether with good garden.
For terms and conditions apply to
MICHAEL llAlINE,
The Shasta courier., 1863-01-10

wounded at the bat;e Of Nurfreesboro is es-
timated at 2.500 The rebel loss exceeds
ours. Gen. Cheatham was not killed, but
wounded and taken prisoner. We captured
500 prisoners The fight was renewed at 3
O'Clock on the morning of the lst.
Cannonading was heard at Nashville, and at
10 A. NJ, Woods and Van Clave's divisions
were in motion for Murfreesboro. driving the
enemy before them. who were in full retreat.
Louisville. Jan. 2d.-John Morgan cross
ed Cumberland Cut off to the Nashville rail-
road at Goldsboro. and appeared in front of
Mumforasville. KY, on the 9th December.
lie was there attacked By Col. Hobson's 18th
Kentucky regiment, and 9 rebels were killed
and I6 captured Morgan then crossed
Green river, moved TO Ellzabethto|n. hy..
DESTROYED the bridge at Beav Creek, and
trestle work at Muldrough's Hi. lie moved
thence for Rolling Fork. Col. Harlan, with
the 10th Kentucky regiment, overlook him
at Saltwater bridge over Rolling Fork, at
tackled him, killing and wounding several of
his force. The rebel General Duke was
either killed or wounded. Morgan fed pre-
cipitately before Harlan to Bardstown, thence
attempted to escape between Lebanon and
BelleYilIe Col. Hobsou, Of the 18th Ken
tuckv regiment, followed and attacked him
south of the Cumberland railroad yesterday.
killed and wounded several and captured 60
guns, together with their caissons, ammuni-
ton, wagons and provisions.
Fortress Monroe, Jan. l.-Considerable
excitement was created at Norfolk to-day by
a negro celebration. 4 procession at least
1000 strong, headed by band of music, la
raded the principal streets Of the city.