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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11
GOLD
New York, September 1l.-Gold, l465.

Judge Bullock, presiding Judge of the
County Court of Natchcz, Miss, has decided
the State law denying colored persons the
right to carry arms, to be violation OF the
provisions Of the State Constitution requiring
the Legislature to pass laws for the protection
of the persons and property of freedmen, and
therefore void.
\ duel was fought carly on the morning of
the 9th instant, between Walter Coggswell,
postmaster at Wayne, Ark, and J. I. Wright,
editor of the Wayne Gazette. Their weapons
were swords-the cause, jealousy. Both
were frighttully mangled, having fought until
the loss of blood caused them to faint. Both
will die.
An interesting trotting match for purse Of
81, 800, mile heats, three in five, in harness,
took place at Fashion Course, Long Island, on
Friday, between the celebrated horses George
Wilkes and Lady Thorne. The match was won
in three straight heats by Lady Thornc, in
2273, 227, and ?. 1853.
Mr.. Ben Wood who has been proprietor OF
the New York Daily News, announces by a
card in its issue of yesterday, his withdrawal
from all connection with that paper, and the
sale of the proprietorship to Messr VIM. Cauld-
well and Horace P Whitney, by whom it will
be conducted in future.
4. T. Stewards (of New York; income is lar
ger than the annual salaries combined Of the
President of the United States, the Governors
of all the States, Senators and Congressman,
State officers, and members of the Legislatures
of the different States?
General Richard i. Page, of Notolk, Va,
has been pardoned by the President. He was
formerly in the Unitad States navy, but joined
the Confderates, His pardon was granted at
the request of an admiral in the United States
navy.
A bureau circular has been issued in New
Orleans announcing Gen. Sheridan as Temporal
ry Commissioner Of the Freedmen S Bureau for
the State General Baird having been relieved
from that position at his own request.
The Boston papers announce the death of
Thos. Harrington, the oldest of the Boston
apothecaries He died en- Saturday, at the
age of eighty five.
Signor Romero, the Mexican Minister, who
was one of the Presidents party on the visit to
Chicago, returned to Washington on Monday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The Fenian Congress which has been in SEES
sion in New York, adjourned on Sunday, hay
ing been in session all Saturday night. Roberts
was reelected President Meehan President Of
the Senate, and FITZGERALD Speaker Of the
House. S"ccny was deposod as Secretary Of
War, but no successor has been named. O'Neil
has been appointed Inspector General of the
Irish Republican Army, AMI Bailey Chief Mil
itary Organizer. The hope is expressed that
Gen. Sheridan will be prevailed upon to accept
the command Of the forces. Another move
ment on Canada it is said, will undoubtedly be
made during the fall if the contributions are
plentiful
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11
EUROPEAN NEWS.

The news from Europe yesterday IS not OF
any special Importance. In England Lord Stan
ley the present Secretary for Foreign Affairs, IS
said to be spoken Of as the probable British
Ambassador TO France, in place Of Earl Cowley.
The negotiations between Austria and Italy
are said to be progressing slowly. A part OF
the Italian army is to be dsbanded immediately.
The Upper House Of Prussian Diet has unanl-
mousy passed bill OF indemnity for acts done
by the King in violation of the Constitution
The Lower House has rejected the Government
proposition for an issue of sixty millions of
Treasury notes, but has authorized the issue OF
notes for one half that sum, payable in one year
from their date 1t is reported that the King
of Saxony has decided to alb dictate his throne.
1t is reported from St. Petersburg, Russia, that
all the tribes in Daghestan have revolted
against the authority Of the Gar. The Gre
tans have rejected the terms offered them by
the Porte and continue their revolt. The Epl-
notes, inhabiting Epirus, also claim their free
dom of the Turkish Government, and have
abandoned their habitations and taken to the
hills
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

IuATGAVEL.-A good deal of fuss was made
at the Philadelphia Radical Convention over
the presentation 10 Hamilton 81 q gavc!, which
it was said was the Identical one used by the
Presiding Officer of the South Carolina Con
vcntion, that passed the ordinance Of secession.
But the Charleston Courier kocks ''thc fat
III the fire. thus:
'Thc statement about the identity Of the
gavol is u sheer fabrication. The Philistines
did not possess themselves Of this souvenir -
The gavel used by that Convention, as we'll as
the Presidents chair and table, are now in this
city. At the adjournment of that assembIage
those relics were presented by the Convention
to the St. Andrews Society, who had rendered
the free use OF their building, and are now in
the possession Of the Secretary. The gavel,
which has an wary head and ebony handle, we
saw yesterday 1t has the word secession
carved thereon, aud was in the possession OF
the Secretary during his thanking peregrinations.
The other articles OF furniture never came
within the scope of those who made it a part
Of their programme while here, not to take
anything beyond their reach. y
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

THE PRESIDENTS T0UR-THE PRESIDENT
GROSSLY INsULTED-THE MoB REFUSE TO
LET HIM SPEAK-RIOT END CUTRAGE-ONE
MAN SHOT AND OTHERS WOUNDED.
INDIANAPOLIS, September lO-Tbe Presl-
dent arrived at rs P. NJ All along the route
from St. Louis he was received with great en-
thusiasm. Thousands gathered around the
hotel here, and cheers given were for the Pres
ident and General Grant The President was
introduced by General Meredith and Was re-
ceived with few groans, huzzas for johnson,
and cries for General Grant, and some rude rc-
marks were said The President said
FELLOW CITIZENS: [Cries for Gen. Grant
1t is not my intention Lcries OF Stop. 'Go
on to make long speech. If you give me
your attention for five minutes, lCrles OF 'Gc
on, Stop, No, no; we want nothing to DC
with traitors, Grant !" Grant john
son !" and groans. I would like to say to this
crowd here Tonight Shut up; We d9n
want to hear from you, ~ johnson John
son - ''Grant - Grant y
The President paused L few moments and re
turned to the balcony.
The Hon. David Kiigore went to the portlco
to try his powers OF persuasion AMI keep order.
He said:
One moment more ';No !" cries for Graut,
groans. Let HE appeal to you, citizens OF
Indianapolis and Of Indiana. Tie confusion
still continued Let me appeal to you again.
THE crowd wa; unre!enting and would not be
quiet. @..' -.-'
The gentleman then retired from the portico,
and the excursionists went to dinner.
The crowd continued to groan and make
other disturbing noises Several disturbances
occurred. Pistol shots were fired, by which
one man was wounded in the eyes and another
in the knee.
One Of the transparencies bore the lnscrlp-
tion johnson Welcome the President! -
The holder of this transparency was thrown
down and shot fired at him. A friend came
to his relief, and fired at his assaant. At
least dozen or more shots were fired in quick
succession, and the result is that one man was
shot in the heart and several wounded.
The President received Il few friends and re-
tired at an early hour.
LOUISVILLE, September 9.-Great prepare
tons are being made to receive the President
and suite on Tuesday next.
The party sill leave here on Tuesday night
for Cincinnati Oh the steamer. They will stop
at Madison, and make a torchllght visit to the
Mammoth Cave.
New ORLEANS, September S.-A large pub
lie meeting was held to-day at the st. Charles
Hotel to invite President johnson to visit this
State and city The letter of invitation is a
most cordial one and signed BY many leading
citizens. ....
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

An ACT, to organize Paid Fire Depart
n que1at-1 Be it enacted by the City Council
of Alexandria, That there shall be elected from
time to time, by the City Council, four persons,
one from each ward, to be called Principal
Fire Wardens," who shall, IN conjunction with
the Chief Engineer and the Presidents Of the
several fire companies Of the city, BE- ana con
stitule, the Board Of Directors OF the flre Dc-
partment of Alexandria.
2. The said .''Principal Fire Warders," or q
majority of them shall have power TO employ
such persons as may be necessary tor inc sue,
cessful operation Of all steam fire engines ana
,pparatus belonging to the Corporation, and TO
graduate the pay of the said employees upon
each steam fire engine that the aggregate amount
thereof shall not exceed twelve hundred ana
sixty dollars for any one year
B. The said principal Fire Wariens' shall
have the direction Of all purchases ana eXpend-
lures on account OF the hre coIhPIniesI or tmo
Fire Department, including the hand-'ngine
companies and may direct the manner OF Ger
tifyns the same for payment
i. That the said Board Of Directors OF the
Fire Department Of Alexandria, or majority
OF them, shall have power to prescrlDe Iu'cs
and regulations for the government or the sleaiii
and hand engine fire companies, at hres anu
elsewhere, in al matters not provided Tor IN eH-
listing laws.
5. The said Board of Directors Of the Fire
Department Of Alexandria, and the said Frinci-
pal Fire Wardens, shall keep books, IN Wnlcn
LllelF D1 OCe6uluRS SlIdll NC iSSotuNNI e|A'N
make annual reports Of their doings to the City
Council ut their first meeting IN the month OF
March. Said books shall always be open Tor
inspection by the Mayor or City Council orany
committee appointed by the Council for the
purpose. The said Board of Directors OF the
Fire Department Of Alexandria shall also re-
commend to the City Council, from time to
time, such measures as they may deem promo
tive of the differing and good order Of the Fire
Department. generally:
6 The said Principal Fire Wardens shall be
numbered by the City Council one, two, three
and four and shall not be members OF any IRE
I. The act passed by the City Council, Feby;
18th 1866 entitled ''an act to organize fald
Fire Department." and all other acts, or parts
of acts. of the City Council, conflicting with
this, shall be, and they are, hereby repealed
Passed the Board of Aldermen July TO- lo61
GEORGE BRYAN, PRESIDENT.
Passed the Common Council July IT, lo66.
JNO. B. SM LOOT, President.
#. NJ. WHITE, Clerk G. c. A.
Returned by the Mayor, with objections ,
Passed the Board of Aldermen, Aug. -, 1856.
GEORGE BRYAN, President.
Passed by Common Council August "a 1851.
JOHN B. SMOOT, President
HUGH LATHAM, Mayor.
nv VI WuITE Clerk c. &. a.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11
DIED.

This morning at A: NJ, Mrs. JOANNA
MARCkLEY, consort OF the late Capt. William
Marckley, in the S3rd year of her age. Eas- The
funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon at
.! o'clock, from the residence of her son-in-law
Geo. W. Dearborn, 50 Water street.
On Sunday evening. the 9th instant at his
fathers residence in Prince Georges county,
Maryland, AUGUSTUS HILL son of Charles
Hill, in the oath year Of his age.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

Thad. Stevens has made another campaign
speech in Pennsylvania, and seems to be as
savage, as rcmorseless and Unsuitable in his re.
vengcs as ever He howls over what he de-
nouuccs as the usurpations Of Andrew John,
son, the cleaning out of radical Office holders,
the insolence of Southern white rebels and the
rights and wrongs of Southern black loyalists,
and be threatens to try again in Congress his
tayorite reconstruction policy Of Southern con-
fScation and subjugation by determination.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11
The Cholera.

AUGUSTA, September l0-Fifty recruits ar
rived here yesterday from Nashville with TWEEN.
ty cases Of cholera, four Of which died last
night. Three new cases were sent to the hos
pltal this morning. No cases among the citi
zens. The disease is confined exclusively to
the military.
RICHMOND, September 10.-The Board of
Health report four new cases of cholera within
the last tWenty-four hours.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

III. John Haughawout and several young
men Of Lexington have just returned from a
successful deer-hunt in the mountains. They
2illed nine deer, caught innumerable fish, and
aa0 magnificent time generally, and represent
mat the deer are more abundant than they
1svc eyer known them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

A valuable vein Of bitumnous coal has been
discovered in Suyth county, on the lands of
Maj. r. J. Halter The vein is reported TO be
fourteen feet wide and five feet thick, and the
coal Of the finest quality.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

a negro named Alexander Dunlop was ar
rested in Richmond, on Friday, charged with
stealing $500 in currency and draft for 1913
from DR.. 3. NJ. Powell, of North Carolina, a
guest at the Exchange Hotel.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

It is understood that Mrs. Lincoln, wife Of
the late President, has secured rooms at the
Metropolitan Hotel New York, and will spend
the winter in that city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The State Department has received official
advices from Havana, notifying merchants and
Others that the customary duties on exports
from the Island of Cuba have been suspended
for period Of six months.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

BY War Department General Orders, No.
81, the Office of the Provost Marshal, District
d Columbia, is abolished, and all papers now
ca ile in the office are to be turned over to the
cGfce OF the Assistant Adjutant General, De
:5axtment Of Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The Washington correspondent of the New
York World says that seven hundred emigsants
are now on their way to Virginia, having re-
Gently landed at New York.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The village Sing Sing, N.Y.,was on Sunday
morning visited BY very destructive confa.
grafton. Twenty dwelling houses were burned
to the ground, and their occupants, numbering
about fifty families, made houseess Many Of
the persons burned out were laboring people,
who lost all Or nearly all Of their furuiture-
The total loss by this fire will not fall far shor:
of 5000, 900. The buildings were frame struc.
lures, with but one exception.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

lhe booksellers of Atlanta, Ca, have refu-
SEQ 20 lay Harpers Weekly on their counters
20; sale, on account of its bitterness towards
iht, South.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

In Charles CO. Md, Mr. Barnes Compton has
been announced as a candidate for the State
Senate, and DR.. George D. Mudd fur the House
Of Delegates.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The white man, named Ferguson, not Ma
berry as reported, who WAS supposed to be IA
tally injured by a blow from negro, Friday
evening, near Lynchburg is in fair way to
recover. He was restored to consciousness
about 10 clock Friday night, and was doing
Wcll on SATURDAY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The election which took place in Maine yes
terday, resulted as was anticipated, in the
choice, by large majorities, of the Republican
Governor, six Republican Congressman, and a
Republican Legislature. New England is join
ed to her idols-let her alone.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The amount Of National Bank circulation
issued during the present week was 81, 1884, ops.
The total amount issued up to date is $29l,-
TO Sd5 s... -....
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

A despatch from San Francisco says :-"Out
of niue counties heard from in the recent local
elections, seven have gone Administration.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

Count Bismarck delivered most significant
speech in the Prussian Legislature, on the Goth
vltiEao, in defence Of his German annexation
colicy Tie declares that Prussia must clay
lolG' on and keep what is ''offered' to her ;
that z European Congress would produce war,
aoG that the Crown is determined and able to
defend" the new territorial acquisitions. The
leader OF the opposition denied that the con
5olidation of the power Of the Prussiap Crown
Strengthened German unity
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

There was grand conservative dcmonstra
:on at Cumberland, Nd, on the 5th instant,
2a7ing for its object to ratify the proceedings
:? he National Union Convention held at
Philadelphia on the J4th Of August, and 10
e::7e assurance to the President Of the United
Jtstes that Allegany county appreciated his
jatIioGc efforts to restore union to the country.
k,ble and eloquent addresses were delivered by
Jol Edwin Il. Webster, VIM. Walsh, esq,
.jol Fellows, Col. Lane General Sullivan, and
o>haYs The number of persons present is
represented at from 5000 to 10000. There
as 1 very imposing procession on the occasion,
e,n51eced in which were two different collections
:: young ladies' representing the whole thirty
IL. States, they having made their appearance
ON different localities. a series Of clear, d.
2ot anc comprehensive resolutions were adopt
&, among which were the following:
That the General Government is the creature
o: the States, and possesses no powers but what
na States delegate to it, and those that are ne
-9ssary for the execution of the delegated pow
rs, and that the States met and formed the
Constitution as equals; and that no State or
.ey o. States, has light to dictate to, or force
apcr, any other State, or States any principle
,. policy not within the scope Of the powers
9onGded to the General Government by the in
;trument that creates it.
.rhet the General Government has no power
&C suhjugate State or subvcrt its institutions.
o. cripple or impair its free and untrammccd
light OF legislating upon and regulating accord
::ng to It's own wisdom and policy, all matters of
domestic internal concern, not granted to Fede-
,al jurisdiction by the Constitution; and that,
Is no State can withdraw from the Union, or
change its relations to the Federal Government,
ernment acquired no new rights OF powers over
be States in rebellion
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

\ civil rights case occurred in Louisville
Ky, on Wednesday last. Three white men,
who had been arrested by the military authori-
ties, were tried before the United States Com
missioner, and two of them committed to JAIL
the oaly witnesses against them being negroes
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The United States gunboat Marblehead,
Lieutenant Commander R. W. Meade, arrived
at Fortress Monroe Monday afternoon, and re-
ported the arrival off the Capes Of Virginia Of
me remainder of the naval vessels Of the prac-
Using feet Of the Annapolis Naval Academy,
81 heir return from Newport, r. [. They
aaye just finished the usual summer cruise Of
no 1loaths duration, and after cruise around
The Chesapeake, will return to Annapolis On
ne 18th instant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

Georgetown College has opened with nearly
two hundred students
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11
DRY GOODS, FANCY GOODS. Be-

NIEW GOODS.-Wc have this dav rccn;,.oS
in alarge supply of FALL GOODS. Our go
sortment is now very complete; We name in
of Alpaeas, Mouslins (some s.4 vide Bornnas
zines, French Merinos, and Plain Gre. De Graz
silks, sc. Our Fancy Dress Goods departrnaa,,'u!
will be well supplied ina few days In BleacbaaSs
and Brown Cottons we have nearly all or ,ba
desirable and substantial brands, from to lG's
wide. A large assortment of Mournine and
and Drawers, Hosiery and Gloves.
For Gentlemen-Plain and Fancy Cloths and
Cassimeres; Satinetts; Virginia Cassemerr:e
Shirts, all sizes; Collars; a splendid line ~
Cravats and Bows; Hosiery, Kid Gloves
Walking Gloves, &C., SC.
Our assortment OF Carpeting is now very good
in Brussels Three-ply, lngrair, Supers Star
and Hemp. Oil Cloths, to suit rooms, passsoes
stairs and tables. o.
Thankful for the very liberal patronage eri,y-
cd during the past season. we now Invite DIR
friends in town and country, and the public GEN..
best to keep the trade at Home.
Orders promptly and carefully attended e. -
We will be in the receipt Of new goods u.arl
every day during the season
WITMER & SLAYMAKER
sep 1T Corner King and Royal street:
CHARLES W. GREEN.
DEALER IN
FOREIGN & DOMESTIC FANCY Goods
NOTIONS, DRY GOODS,
DRESS TRIMMINGS. LADIES'
FURNISHING GOODS,
WHITE GOODS,
CENTS FURNISHING GOODS,
OIL CLOTHS, SC, sc.
AGENT FOR
WHEELER & WILSON'S
s WIN G. IA CUJNE
Would respectfully solicit ar, srans'untion Of
stock.
NO. 10, NORTH FAIRFAX STREET,
IN MANSION HOUSE BUILDING,
marc If
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The Legislature of New Jersey met in spc
cisl session yesterday, and a message from
Governor Ward was read recommending the
ratification of the Constitutional amendment
and the election of United States Senator -
Bills were introduced relative to the Consti-
;ional amendment, and for the election CO a
J. S. Senator. Resolutions were introduced
condemning in strong terms the language of
President johnson on receiving the proceedings
G: 5ne Philadelphia (August) Convention.--
The election of Senator will probably take place
1e.:5 week.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

Hereafter the internal revenue tax on cotton
-7!li be included in the price when sold. For
Instance, good middling, which was quoted last
;;eel, at IS cents, will henceforth be quoted,
nth the tax of cents per pound added, viz {:
81 cents, if the price should not vary. OF
course the producer, or owner Of the cotton
M;ll pay the tax, &c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

The Washington correspondent Of the Phila-
delphia Ledger says Il hear that General
Hancock has received Instructions TO see that
&he conservative voters in Missouri have full
protection in the exercise Of their rights Of
franchise. and any interference Herewith,
from whatever quarter, will be apt to meet a
summary check In addition to the above in
formation las been received going to show
that the conservatives are taking their protcc-
lion into their own hands, and as their oppo-
aents are acting in like manner, the fear is
almost general that conflict will be the result +"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

THOR SALE-I have JACK and two J EN-
4 NETS, which l will sell low or exchange
for other stoci They are young, Of fine size,
and Of the best Missouri stock.
WIN. G. STRIBLING,
sell .eolm1 Markham Station, Fauquier CO., Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11

2aT, Henry Ward Beechcr1as written an
other letter, this time to member of his con-
,Ztegation and explanatory Of his previous let
e- Upon the Cleveland Convention, and
announcing himself as opposed to the details
Il the Presidents policy of reconstruction
Re does not modify his Cleveland epistle or
lisown it, but on the contrary, he justi6es and
defends it. His new communication was read
Of Sunday to the officers of his church, and
las received with loud and continued cheers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-11
ALEXANDRIA.
There was a grand conservative dcmonstra

TUESDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER II.