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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24
Cholera Reports.

New YORK, August 23.-Only five cases Of
cholera have been reported to-day, some of
which were fatal Ten cases, three of them
fatal were reported in Brook yn.
PHILADELPHIA, August %. -Eght thew cases
Of cholera, onefatal, have been reported to. day;
also three deaths among the cases reported yes
terday.
CINCINNATI, August 23.-Only thirty three
deaths from cholera were reported yesterday.
ST.. LOUIS, August 23.-Eieht cemeteries
report lI9 deaths from cholera in the twenty
four hours ending at ten o'clock last night.
The opening of the public schools has been
postponed until September 18th, in consequence
Of the prevalence of the epidemic.
CHICAGO, August 23.-Eighteen cases OF
cholera and six deaths were reported here yes
terday.
New ORLEANS, August 23.-Twcnty-seven
deaths from cholera were reported yesterday in
this city.
A letter from Newport says 1.-THE avenue
presented a very gay appearance, reminding
one pleasantly and forcibly Of olden times 1t
was amusing and interesting to observe the
various eouipages and their occupants as they
whirled past. Ladies as general thing held
the ribbons while the lords of creation lolled
back at their ease There are the usual NUM-
Der of splendid turnouts. Nh. j. +. Cole drives
four in hand, two blacks and two grays:--
Mr.. Vyse, of the corner of Broadway and Wal
ker street, has a fine turn out Of four in hand.
The horses are dapple gray. Mrs. Ex-Presl-
dent Tyler, accompanied by several ladies, takes
an airing on horseback frequently Of an after
noon Mrs. Hicks, from New York, and we'll
known in the Central Park, is without doubt
the best equestrienne on the avenue. She is
to be seen every day. She is never accompanied
by gentleman. Her groom follows behind at
| a respectful distance 1t is said that she thus
rides unattended out of respect for her hus-
| band, who is an invalid Mrs. George F.
Train. beautiful blonde, drives her own car
riagc
| Speaking Of the immense Water Power for
manufacturing purposes in Virginia, the Nor
folk Day Book says:--"There is hardly a
neigh borhood in any of the upper counties that
does not contain one or more streams that seem
to have been put into the exact place where
they may manufacture the minerals, the cereals
and the wool of the neighborhood But what
| shall we say of the incalculable water power,
| Of the great rivers? Where upon earth is
! there such immense capacity for furnishing
power as OF the Falls of the Potomac, Kappa
hammock, James and AppomattoX o.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

The important order directing the stoppage
Of Ratons from the Freedmen's Bureau, will
attract attention. The colored people who have
focked into the towns and cities from the coun.
try, and have been relying upon government
aid, had better at once return to their old
homes, and work for their living. They will,
doubtless be kindly received, and paid fair
WAGES.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

One of the shining lights under whose au-
sniccs the Convention Of Southern Loyalists'
is to be held is known TO the Northern press
as Governor, Hamilton of Texas, who, previ-
Gus to the war was violent scccSsionlst and
advocate Of the rc-opening Of the slave trade.
When the tide turned he turned too-
The instigators Of the late mischievous move
:ncnt in New Orleans, Messrs. Hahn, and
Oostie, two of the most Insignificant men in
hat city, after doing all they could to attract
favorable attention by melting the Confederate
people and troops TO action, went over to the
Federal side the instant they could make any
ching by so doing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

The Fredericksburg Herald says well: Il: is
neither necessary nor incumbent to point ont
7here We agree or where we disagree with the
Philadelphia Convention. 1t will require the
energy and goodwill Of one aud all to accom-
plish mighty work. Criticism can only dis
tract the patriotic men at the head of the
movement. 1t weakens the situation. 1t
gives joy to the Radical camp. They shall get
none from this quarter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

The Chicago Tribune says that Gen. Grant
Yas present at the interview between the Pres
;dent and the Delegations to the Philadelphia
Convention, Sin his capacity Of commander OF
:he armies of the United States to watch the
:2ovcments Of the rebels, who constituted Il
large part OF the delegation; )" and the Wash
;ngton Chronicle adds-"this explanation is
correct" IfGcn. Grant has any sense Of the
judicrous he must enjoy a good, hearty laugh,
t this "explaination.'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

MI Speaker Colfax in one Of his late ha-
s.ngues in Indiana, to fire the hearts Of the
Northern Radicals ''took OCCASION to say that
ne had lately visited Arlington and heard that
t1irs Lee had been there, and had said that
,:7hen she got possession Of the place, not a
Yankee bone should stay in the ground" We
aimply take occasion to say" that Mrs. Lee
aas not been at Arlington, since the war.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

TCHE ENSUING SESSION OF MISS F
V. GWIN'S SCHOOL will commence
September 10th, 1865. Thankful for past pa.
tinuation of the same. A comfortable room
having been secured, no pains will oe spared to
promote the comfort and advancement Of her
pupils. Music, French and Latin, taught at
Professors charges. Apply at No. 49, south
Fairfax street aug 30-1m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

SUMAC.-As will be seen ty reference to our
market report, the price of this article has ad-
vanced from one dollar to one dollar and twelve
and a-haIf cts, per hundred weight. This ad-
vance is on account of it's scarcity. It should
be gathered between the first of June and the
middle of September. All OF the leaves and
twigs of this years growth should be saved.
The woody-stalk and berries are worthless,
and should be thrown away. 1t should be cut
and withered in the shade, and 10 be mer-
charitable should be perfectly dry and OF a
bright green color, entirely clear of berries and
woody stalks. -Rich Times.
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FAIRFAX c.. H.. Va.

FAIRFAX c. H., Va.
MRS. II. " BAKER. @
This school will be re-opened on the drst
Monday in September. The Boarding aud
Home Department will be entirely under me
charge Of Mr.. and Mrs HERBERT G. FAIR
FAX.
Board, including washing fuel and lights, >,
Tuition in English and French, each. s CO
Music on Piano ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 10 %
Use Of Piano.. co
Payable in advance.
Lessons will be given in Embroideries and
Fancy Work, if desired. Boarders will furnish
their own sheets, pillow cases, towels and table
napkins and have all clothing marked in full
aug 4-tsepl .
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EDUCATIONAL.


MRS. WRITINGS SCHOOL
Nl FOR YOUNG CHILDREN.
The duties of this school will be resumed on
Tuesday, the 18th September.
The school room is elgibly situated on Wash
ington street, adjoining Christ Church ground.
aug l8-dtd -----
Mrs. LYDIA HURDLE WILL OPEN
IHl A SCHOOL for the instruction OF enid
rem. on Monday, the 10th of September. For
terms of tuition apply at 1872, King st. aul1-lw
LEXANDRIA ACADEMY,
n ALEXANDER Y A.
The Ninth Annual Session Of this School will
commence on Monday, September Cd, and con-
The course of study will embrace the usual
branches of good English Education Mathe-
mates and the Latin language. 49,
Charges by the quarter session OF - months
payable in advance.
Senior Glass pow
Intermediate Glass a 100
Junior Class bW
Applications for admission or further intor-
nation, may be made at the school room, NO.
43, N orth Royal street.
au l5-tse9 JOHN S. BEACH, Principal.
THE S SUBSCRIBER WILL RESUMETHE
i duties Of his SCHOOL FOR BOYS, on
fore the number Of pupils will be limited.
The following are the terms Of tuition per
scholastic quarter, in advance:
For Orthography, Reading, Writing, Rudl-
ments of Geography, Arithmetic, English Gram
mar and Composition, So.
History, Advanced Geography Arithmetic,
English Grammar and Composition, $40.
Mathematics and the Natural Sciences, ST.
aug l3-eotf II. F. HENRY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

The New York Tribune arouses the Radical
:orces and calls them to action. eve shall, /"
1t says, ''havc desperate struggle this fall. !"
The most honest of the Radicals, admit that
hey are 10 danger of defeat.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

The most laughable political farce Of the
times is the proposed Convention Of Radicals
from the South These Radicals have almost
literally, no constituency. The whole people
of the South, including many of the best and
strongest Union men, utterly repudiate them.
"lhey will be in truth, NOW, the DiSunionlsts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

lhe tobacco crop in Virginia and throughout
ac Southwest, including an important strip of
100 State Of Indiana bordering on the Ohio
liver, will probably turn out the most impcr-
ant in its results known for the last six or
2iGht years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

Several of the Radical newspapers are aor
.ulnipg upon Mr. Stanton, the Secretary of
War, lately the object of their adu|ation, with
Inc utmost venom. The n Y. Tribune and
.ne n. Y. Independent, denounce him in the
JttcrcSt terms. They abuse him without limit.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24
CHARLES l.. POWELLS
u SCHOOL FOR BOYS.

= SCHOOL FOR BOYS.
The subscriber will reopen his school for boys
on Wednesday, the 18th Of September next
ut his residence on the corner Of Washington
and Duke streets, Alexandria, Virginia.
Having had more than ten years experience, ne
is PREPARED to give to those entrusted to his care
a thorough course of instruction in the English
branches, Greek, Latin and Mathematics For
those who desire to study French, competent
teacher viii be provided.
Terms, per quarter Of 10 weeks-payabIe IN
advance.
For tuition Of advanced classes .Sl2 50 to SIS
For tuition of Elementary Glasses. 10 w to II
French and Drawing (each) ........ 3 GU
CHAS. L. POWELL, A: NJ,
on 70tf Principal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

We arc now concluding the publication of
he Testimony" laid before the notorious
Reconstruction Committee, Of Congress, by
persons from this city and neighborhood. The
public have heard the "Voices from Alexan-
dria, and they have formed their opinions
without note or comment from us. What We
ere now giving, contrasts admirably with what
Aas gone before. Strange, strange, that men
living in community like this should ever
seek to induce Others to Cypress and injure the
natives and old residents Of the place!
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

DAVIS' & MILLER'S FLAVOURING
~ EXTRACTS, for sale by
j. C. MILBURN,
je 30-tf Opposite the Market
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

}Till net, (says the Norfolk Day Book, rep
esentation in Congress, in one respect, at least,
DC Of great service to US? Suppose Mr. John
son had been reinforced by the Sothcrn delega-
ions, his vetoes of the Freclmen's Bureau and
Civil Rights Bills would have been upheld,
and to-day we should have been free from those
Internal machines of Radical manufacture. Ia
future emergencies the same value would at
ZACH to a consolidated minority acting with a
Unit power on constitutional questions
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24
NTASHINGTON FREE SCHOOL.

This school will be reopened on Monday,
September 3rd, but no boy will be received
without permit from the guardians for WHICH
charge of 81, 81 or 81 quarter vii! be
made, according to the class in which he is to
enter; orphans and sons of widows only will
be admitted free, unless by special order of the
Board.
Applications for permits must be made to the
guardian assigned to the ward in which the ap
plicant resides, as follows:
lst Ward-Edgar Snowden, jr, Alexandria
Gazette Office.
I'd Ward-John S. Beach, Hydraulion En-
CINE House.
Sd Ward~Richard L. Carne jr., No. 7, n.
Columbus st.
4th Ward-Rev J. T. Leftwich, 81, South
Washington st.
If any of the above should be absent from
the city application can be made to the Pres-
dent, ut the Eclectic Academy Building, 7: n.
Columbus st. EDGAR SNOWDEN, JR.,
aug 8-tf Secretary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24
ALEXANDRIA, GAZETTE AND VIRGINIA ADVERTISER

The WAR IN PARAGUAY.-Advices are to
the 10th of July. There had resulted a
general failure Of the allied forces 10 their OPP
erations against the Paraguayans, and the lat
ter had surrounded their army in swamp near
Hunaita, on the Paraguay River. The stock
of the allied army was dying off rapidly, and
Lopez, the commander Of the Paraguayan ar
INV. was confident and energetic in his efforts
to deal final blow to the war. 1t is stat: d
also that the Argentines are getting tired of it,
and even in Brazi! discomfort prevails. I'll e
Brazilian ministry have been Dictated on a vote
Of the Legislature, and in Buenos Ayres tinar-
ciol panic, caused by the prolo1ngation of the
war, is reported to exist BY distributing the
Plata river the Paraguayans continue to pre-
vent the ascent of the Brazilian feet to their
positions, thus rendering it comparatlVe y use
less. It is intimated, also, that Napooleon, Is
not 50 much occupied with European AFFAIRS out ~
that he is giving attention also to the interests
of Paraguay, as something may come out OF
them to the advantage OF Frenchmen.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

Tie PLATFoRM-There are expressions and
statements in the Resolutions of the late Ma
tional Union Convention which CRATE harshly
upon the Southern ear.
Some of our contemporaries have taken excep-
ton to one or more Of these resolutions some
have objected to other expressions in the Reso,,
lutions or the Address, We, in our issue OF
Saturday last spoke with much warmth on
the ninth resolution, and characterized 1t as
"an insult to the Southern people. .
Reflection has satisfied US that we spoke IN;
considerably, and as we wish to leave on record
no unjust imputations of ours on the Conven-
ton, or the Southern gentlemen who acqulesc;,,
ed in this resolution, we take occasion to recall
our language. Charlottesville Chronicle
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EDUCATIONAL.
GTANMORE SCHOOL,
SANDY SPKING,
MONTGOMERY COHNIi

- SANDY SPRING,
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD
The Exercises Of this Institution will he =,
sumed on the FIRST OF THE TENT:
MONTH, (October.)
1t is designed to be a select BOARDING Scboo,
for Young Men and BOYS The Course ~ ~
struction embraces the various branches of
thorough English education, the higher Matho
MATES, and the Latin and Greek Languages
BY the especial request of the Princina)
full Course of Lectures on Natural Science n i
be delivered by his father in.law Beniammi,n,
Hallowell ''1'
For circulars. containing full particulars o,
ply to Js# FRANCIS MILLER
Proprietor and PRINCIPAL
- REFERENCES: -
BENJAMIN Hallowell, Sandy Spring Nh
Phillip r. Fendall, Washington; Gerard "a
Reese, Baltimore, Md John Janncy. Leo.
burg, Va; Samuel L.. Brook, Upper Mar.
boro', Md. au 9-eosS, .'"
A LEXANDRIA FEMALE SEMINARY
n NO. g. WASHINGTON STREET
Session opens September 18th, 1866, and coser
last week in June, 1867.
Course of instruction, thorough-scboo,
buildings commodious and eligibiy located
Philosophical Apparatus, ample, INCLUDING
fine Telescope-Assistant Teachers, comDeteot
and experienced.
The Especial Department. offers unusual al.
vantages to young ladies wishing to become
teachers or such rs desire to pursue any pa rite.
uiar study beyond the usual limits
For catalogue containing all necessary infor.
nation, apply to K. KEMPER,
au 2l-tf -- OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Principal
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

CT MARY'S ACADEMY,
y No. az, south Washington street.
The duties Of this institution will be resumed
on Monday, the 10th of September. For circu-
lars, containing terms, &C., apply to
uu 10-1ml MISS NJ. A. ROACH, Principal.
LTD LII ~
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M loft
MISS MARKS SEMINARY.

The next session of this long established insti-
tuition will commence on Tuesday, the 18th of
September SI and continue through q term of for
ty weeks Every proper effort will be made to
promote the physical moral, and intellectual
improvement of the pupils Parents are re-
spectfully reminded of the great benefit accru-
ing from regular attendance, and the compar-
atiycly few advantages of q contrary course -
The School Room is eligbly situated at 2l4,
King street, the residence of the Principal,
where terms and particulars will be given upon
application. aug l0-eo2m
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Mrs. LYDIA HURDLE WILL OXEN ~ -
Nl A SCHOOL for the instruction Of Child
rem, on Monday, the 10th of September. For
terms of tuition apply at 1872 King st. aulI-lW
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-08-24

n BENDHE1M HAS OPENED THE
~. store No. 200, King St, where he will
keep, always, good supply Of CHEAP DR.?
friends to give him call. au 23.2w
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1866-08-14
OFFICIAL.

LETTERS REMAINING UNCLAIMED in the
Post Office at Evansville, State of Indiana,
on the 14th day of August, 1866.
DS- To obtain any of these letters the
applicant must call for advertised let
tiers" give the date of the list, and pay one
cent for advertising. .s-s.s... -rt
BB- If not called for within one month,
they will be sent to the Dead-Letter Office.
Free Delivery of letters by carriers, at the
residence of owners, in cities of $1,000 in
habitants or over, may be secured by OBJ
serving the following Rules:
/. Direct letters to the street and number,
as well as the post-office and State.
2. Head letters with the writer's post
Office and State, street and number, sign
them plainly with full name, ana request
that answers be directed accordingly.
3. Letters to strangers and transient visit
orS in town or city, whose Speclal ADDRESS
may be unknown, should be marked, IN
the lower left-hand corner, with the word
" Transient"
4. Place the postage-stamp on the upper
right-hand conner. and leave space be-
tween the stamps and direction for post
marking without interfering with the
writing.
to the writer, if unclaimed within thirty
days or less, written or printed with the
writer's name, poSt-ofhce, and State across
the left hand end of the envelope, ON the
face side, will be complied with at the
usual rate of prepaid postage, payable
when the letter is delivered to the writer.
-[Sec. q, Law of 1858.
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1866-08-14
Annexation of Territory to the City
of Evansville.

NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN, that
VN the Common Council of the city of
Evansville, in pursuance of the provisions
of an Act of the General Assembly of the
State of Indiana, approved March d, 1865,
entitled AN Act to amend the seventy
granting to the citizens of the town of
Evansville, in tie county or Vanderburgh,
a City Charter approved January r. 1877,
and TO add supplemental sections to said
Act, will, on the 10th day or Septem Der, 1856,
present to the Board of County Commls-
sioners of Vanderburgh County petition
praying for the annexation to said city of
ting forth the reasons for such annexation,
viz: All that part of the northwest quarter
of Section %, Township south, Range 10
west, in Vanderburgh County, described
as follows: Beginning at the northeast
corner of Out-Lot number five 10y, as
laid out by r. NJ. Evans 1.-THE said
point bejsg also the northwest cor
ner of t. northeastern Enlargement of
the city of Evansville), and running
thence south by said Northeastern En-
largement six hundred and sixty (660) feet
to the middle of William street, extended
westwardly from said Northeastern En-
largement; thence west by the middle of
dred and thirty $500 feet, to the eastern
boundary line of DixOn's Addition; thence
north by said DiXon's Addition six hum
bred and sixty $500 feet to the north line OF
said Outlet s.; and thence east by said
north line three hundred and thirty $500
feet to the place of beginning-being the
east half of said Outlet number 5; said
territory being contiguous to the city of
Evansville, and not plated or laid of.
w. BAKER, Mayor.
Attest: A. NJ. McGRIFF, Clerk.
aug9 till sepl0
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1866-08-14
Annexation of Territory to the City
Of EvansVi]15.

RTOTICE rs HEREBY GIVEN, that
IN the Common Council of the city of
Evansville, in pursuance of the provisions
of an Act of the General Assembly of the
State of Indiana, approved March 6, 1865,
entitled " An act to amend the seventy
first section of an Act entitled, AN act
granting to the citizens of the town of Ev
ansville, in the county of Vanderburgh, a
City Charter approved January q, 1917,
and to add supplemental sections to said
Act" WILL on the 10th day of September,
missioners of Vanderburgh County a petit
ton praying for the annexation to said
city of the following described territory,
and setting forth the reasons for such an
neXation, viz: All that part ofthe south
west quarterof Section No. %, Township
6, south of Range 10, west, in VanderbuTgh
County, described as follows, viz: Begin
ming at the Southwe corner Ofsaid Section
%, and running thence north four hundred
and thirty-five (435) feet, more or less, to the
middle of the alley separating the South
ern Enlargement of the city of Evansville
from the territory hereby described; thence
east along the middle of said alley two
thousand six hundred and forty (2,640) feet,
more or less, to the half mile line running
north and south through the middle of
said section; thence south by said half
mile line four hundred and thirty (435)
feet, more or less, to the south line of said
section, and thence west two thousand six
hundred and thirty-seven q $50 feet, more
or less, to the place of beginning said ter
ritory being contiguous to the city of Ey-
anSville, and not plated or laid of.
i...s-... w. BAKER, Mayor.
Attest: A. NJ. MCGRIFF, Clerk.
aug9 I'LL Sepl0 -...e
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1866-08-14
MT. Auburn Young Ladies' Instit ute
vw~ETES S6EFOOL HAS HIST CON.
aug2 d6w.w3t

4 eluded its tenth year. Its history has
been one of prosperity and growth from
the commencement. The last two years
the daily average attendance has been
more than two hundred, and many have
been refused admittance for want of ac-
commodation.
A NEW BUILDING
is now under contract, to be ready for oc-
cupancy at the opening of the Fall Session
in September, and it is hoped that here
after all can be received as pupils who may
apply. ftE
The Library, apparatus, and Cabinet are
receiving, yearly, valuable additions; and
the purpose is kept steadily in view to fur
nish every facility for a thorough course of
instruction.
The Faculty consists of four male and
eleven female teachers all experienced
instructors in their several departments.
The School is fully graded, from the Pre-
paratory Department through the entire
course of Academical and Classical Studies.
For particulars and catalogues, address
l. H. WHITE,
% West Fourth Street, Cincinnati.
aug9 dow
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1866-08-14

DH We are informed that the SOL
diers, who are entitled to a Bounty
under the late law, are pouring into
the Office of their old friend, VIM.
REAvIs, to have their claims made
out. That is right Come on, boys,
with your discharges, and file your
claims, and be among the first. He
has plenty of blanks now, and will
wait on you as fast as you come in.
August 8, 1866. IF