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Daily union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1865-1866, 1866-10-05

FRIDAY EVENING. OCTOBER 5TH.
WIN be presented the admired playof
Daily union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1865-1866, 1866-10-05

ANDERSON, JOHNSON & SMITH.
J. J.. 4 r. W. BROWN.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

WHITE UPON WHITE, FALSE HEBALDRy
AND WORSE TAsrE.--ln Australia the natives
express mourning by painting themselves en-
tirely white, or by drawing line of this pig
ment across their foreheads This custom is
not so absurd after all as one might suppose,
for any painter will tell you that white is "a
"dead color" On the other hand civilized
people use this hue as expressive of gayety and
on "festive occasions" gentlemen get them
selves up in white chokers and gloves, while
DANES and maidens bloom out like lilies If
the white stopped here it would be adorable;
but the fact is that it is used just as the Aus
tralans and Omakas apply it; and the fash :
ion of "enameling" foreheads and necks and
arms, threatens to drive nature out of feminine
faces.
According to the Round Table" This abom-
Unable habit is rapidly communicating the
women of New York where it has been i'm
ported from dear, delightful Paris Nothing
coald be more detestable, and we trnst the
charming young people of our ancient bo-
rough will indulge in nothing more artificial
than the old fashioned powder bag Cos
metics destroy the growth of lilies on the
forehead and roses on the cheeks beyond re-
demption, and man of sense prefers country
freckles to town enamel
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

A QUARTER OF a MILLIoN.-The vast i'm
pogtance of the trade to Norfolk of the sur
rounding counties, may be inferred from one
single fact which we are about to state on the
very best authority; Accomac county con-
tains 81 stores, which, according to the Com
missoner's books, average gross sales of 5000
each, equal to $4,000. Now, making the
liberal allowance of so per cent profit, this
represents annual purchases to the amount of
$246, 900, all of which money goes to Balti-
more. We have other facts equally instruc-
tive, which We shall, from time to time, dis
play. Stump the district, gentlemen, and
speak at every cross road in favor Of the fall
trade. Get the custom at our doors, and that
abroad will soon follow.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

Music AND MooNLIaET-W have very
high authority for the belief that emusic has
charms to scoth the savage breast" and we
can declare, from our own experience, that it
has power to enrapture local editor. OF
our owa experience we can add the last
mentioned fact to the poets line; for we heard
a night age voice Of the most divine melody,
floating on the evening air.
There was power aud a compass in this
voice-a liquid sweetness and limpid aow
which would have provoked applause at the
San Carlos. Then, too, though the pieces the
fair musician sang were intricate, they were
not taken from the Operas Of Brassianna, or
Shecskindinnum, beth of which are of that
order of music which Gluck detested as sound
and fury signifying nothing. As this mar
velops young voice foated on the air, all
a-glimner with the moon. we did what any
other man would have done, stopped to listen,
and let our faithful pipe go out as we listened.
That was the highest complainant we could
pay the invisible singer. and she deserved it.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28


WHARF PRoPERTY-The wharf, or river
front property on the Portsmouth side of the
river, is generally in good condition. Com
nencing from the point of the old ferry con-
tiguous to R. J Nv. Neelys lumber yard,
we pass it and the large front of Peters &
The property owned by the county, por-
ton now used as the ferry dock, is no. sub
stantially wharfed.
We then come to Cookies wharf, the ferry
dock, the railroad property, and q. v. Me
ayers. From this point to the property in
dosport, owned by the Bank Of Virginia,
there are no wharyes, but only water front
where the water is deep and bold This en-
tire range of water front faces the Gospor,
Bridge. and, when wharf property comes in
demand, as it will in the course of time when
we connect with the West, these locations
would be very desirable, as, too, wharf pro-
perty is somewhat limited.
The present would, therefore, be gsod
time to invest, as such property can be bough;
cheaper now than at the future period Of in.
creased demand. 1t would be a public benefit
if some capitalist would invest and improve
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r. II. FERGUSON, AuctiOneer

5 TRUSTEES SALE
DY VIRTUE A DEED OF Trust
ID from Elisha r. johnson and wife, to secure
an advance from the Norfolk Building Fund As
sociaten, the undersigned will proceed to sell at
auction, in front of the premises, on TUESDAY
the 18th day of September. at IL o'clock, m,
ONE DOUBLE FRAME TEN EMENT,
~ Nos. "A and &c,
On East side of Brewer street, between Butte and
Charlotte, together with the LOT upon which it
is situated, Gu feet deep by 80 feet wide.
TERMS OF SALE.-One quarter cash; d, 8 and IL
months credit will be given for the balance, the
purchaser giving bonds, bearing interest, and
deed of trust to secure deferred payments.
FINLEY F. FERG USON,
LEWIS SALISBURY,
ri JOHN ?. LEIGH,
Trustees Norfolk Building Fund Association.
FL. F. F. FERGUSON,
au25tds Auctio neer,
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

'.FoR LETTER LIST see to-day's virginan
and to-morrow's Old Dominion" to which we
add, for the paper entitled TO ii, see Day Book,
as vouched for By The Board Of Referees, to
whom the question of circulation was refer
red We have no desire to renew the adver-
Using controversy with our friends, but just
regard for the interests we represent makes it
necessary for us to centrovert the statement
made by the Virginian of this naoraing, that
it publishes the letter list because it has the
"largest circulation within the delivery" of
this postoffice The question, however, has
been settled. Ifrevived, we can show an in
creased subscription since the date of the
award, which will settle this question second
time, if necessary
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

CAPTAIN KENNEDY, LATE @. S. N.--This
gallant gentleman leaves to-day for Faaquier
county, where he has secured farm We
but give voice to the wish of the entire COM
munity when we express the hope that his
crops may bear hundred fold and his cattle
multiply without number. We congratulate
Fauquier oil the accession to it's society which
it will receive in Captain K. and his family
and give him and his our hearty wishes for
prosperity, health, and happiness. Our friend
is about to let 60 his anchor on good holding
ground and we trust it will only be in the
pursuit of pleasure that he shall ever again
"trip" and let fall his topsails in search of a
harbor.
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New Advertisements.

The following new Advertisements appear in
this evenings paper, to which we invite the at
tention of our readers: 4T -lrF
Candidate. The friends of Griffin J. Edwards
announce him for the office of Clerk of the County
Court. ..s4aali
Public Schools dominance on the 18th Sept
See advertisement of Superintendent.
W. X. Hdd9ins announces important goods
just received.
@. A. Bavis has on hand elegant CATERS, &c.
Cai0erstfy Of Naryland, announcement of
Faculty, terms &C., see advertisement.
Mrs Henry Sin,ons. "A Select School for young
ladies Of the Hebrew Faith.
" B Seal offers fer sale, seeds, white lead,
and oil.
Capt J. F. Cooper is candidate for Clerkship
of Norfolk County.
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When Surgeon BARABINo was in charge
of this building. where he died some years
age he manifested great interest in beautify-
ing the grounds which are within the inclos-
nre. Handsome walks were laid out and
cleaned; the grass was swept and kept free
from extfaneous matter; the Hospital itself
was renovated 10 its interior The Doctor
was an affable and polite gentleman, and con-
suited the taste and enjoyment of the citizens
who visited the grounds at the afternoon pro-
menade; and if We are not mistaken he inter-
sstsd himself in the repairs of the bridges.
The promenade to the Hospital is delight
fnl one-the breeze is refreshing and visitors
have charming view of the harbor, and the
river beyond Craney Island, dotted with
coasters, sail and row boats, and with oyster
craft, returning laden with the captured she'll.
mOlluscs of the "fnndum" There are few
cities of their size which are favored with such
promenade and picturesque prospect as
those which form some of the natural attrac-
lions Of "our common harbor" And when
our yacht clubs become increased in number
and fully organized, the cheerful contests
upon the placid waters of the Elizabeth will
form an additional attraction, Of a more ex-
Ching character than the placid beauty Of
the customary scene Crowds of the CAV
and the young, mingled with those of grayer
years, will gather to witness these feats of
manly dexterity and skill, when the white
kerchiefs will be waved by fair hands as the
reward of beauty bestowed upon painting and
flushed victors. Surely such evidences of the
appreciation Of the fair will stimulate the Or
ganization OF several clubs of contestants.
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The stay Lar.

The exclusion Of the cities Of Norfolk and
Portsmouth from the benefits of the Stay Law
by the Legislature, against the policy Of
which we urge no objection, may be made to
bear with rigor and hardness upon some
debtors. There are men who are perfectly
solvent, but who are, now struggling for a
mere daily subsistence, and who will, in due
time, make arrangements to pay off all claims
against them. Eut, il creditors insist upon
payment, they will be forced to sell at auc-
ton their real estatela great sacrifice.
Creditors should remember this aud give the
utmost accommodation TO sucA dsbtors. If
the pound of flesh be taken, as nominated
in the bond, the debtor will, in many cases
die Of financial llernorihage
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AUCTION SALES.
by LEIGH. BROS. a PHELPS,
COMMISSIONERS SALE or REAL
No, s C0n,mercidl Rolo'.. .


COMMISSIONERS SALE or REAL
ESTATE. s,45'..5 ...+
ON MONDAY. THE I7th DAY OF
" September, 1866, the undersigned, as Special
Commissioner, under decree of the Circuit
Court of the City of Norfolk, pronounced in the
Chancery suit of sfRichard N. Jefferyvs. Mar
garet R. Jeffery and Others" will proceed to sell
at public auction, on the premises, the following
real estate belonging to the estate of Mrs. Anne
Jeffrey, deceased, viz - e. .-sln.t II .
55it A HOUSE AND LOT.
On the East Side Of Catherine street, in the City
of Norto k, No. 10, now occupied by j. r. Gil
lett, ESQ.
This is very desirable family residence and
has all the necessary out houses and conveniences
attached. '77' ~
The sale viii take place at IL o'clock the
premises. VS.
TEsus OF SAhF.-A sum sufficient in cash to
pay the costs of suit and expenses of sale, TIE
balance upon credit of six, twelve and eighteen
months, equal installments, the purchaser to give
bonds, with good security, for the deferred pay
ment5, and the title to be retained until the fur
Their order of the curt.
JOHN GOODE, Jr.. '
az f~-. Special Commissioner.
LEIGH BROS. a. PHELPS,
au2T ids AuctOneeIs.
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THE MONUMENTAL Ass ocIATIoN.-It has
occurred to us that the fund of this organiza-
tion can be materially increased before the
summer closes, by an excursion to Cobb's Is
land, for the benefit of the Society. A steam
er might be chartered for this purpose, we
presume, at little cost, and the Regents of the
Association, by appointing canvassers, could
secure patronage enough to realize hand
some SUN. The subcommittee could sell
tickets, and with reasonable amount of ener-
gy on their part, the whole thing might be
done
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TO THE VOTERS OF NORFOLK

The Norfolk County Court having ordered an
election to be held on, the 18th instant, Of
September next, to fill the vacancy in the of
fee of Clerk of said CountyaC6urt, occasiened by
the death of the late incumbent, Mr.. Leroy e.
Edwards, the friends of Mr.. Griffin j. Edwards
late Deputy Clerk, and of the late incum,
bent, hereby announce him as a Candidate for
the Office of Clerk of Norfolk County. Court.
auZ7it .+ NORFOLK COUNTY. B.
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"FRAHTY THY NAME Is'---PRETTY WAI-
TER GIRLs.--Last night police force pounced
upon the Varieties and took in custody the
short-frocked young women in attendance at
that place. %
This morning all the parties were before
the Mayor charged with breaking the City
ordinance and violating the peace and dignity
of the Commonwealth
Mr.. Chopper appeared for the Hall, Capt.
Tucker for the City, and Messrs Goodwin &
Holiday for the accused
The Court was densely thronged, and the
mass of the spectators had but one feeling,
that OF approval for the Judgment pronounced
which required Milward to give a bond in the
penalty Of $500 not to violate the peace and
dignity of the Commonwealth. and another
bond Of $500 to appear and answer.
The waiter girls were required to give
bonds conditioned as above, except in penalty,
which was 5000 in the first, and 500 for
the second.
The Mayor of Norfolk may rely upon the
hearty support Of press and people, in his
enforcement Of the laws to protect the public
morals. There is but one sentiment in the
community, and that is oery decided.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

HoNELEss--A man named Mccain was
provided with lodgings at the Station house,
and left his accommodations ON Saturday
Such facts as these now and then give us dark
glimpses into the life of Les Mserables, and
show us that it has been truly said some half
the world doesn't kaow how the other half
. lives"
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

A PRzE OAR.--Ths lnight be made by
any of our boat builders at small cost, and
as this is an age in which "muscle" is begin
ming to be fully appreciated, we trust soon to
be able to announce that an Oar has been
subscribed for aud the match made up We
have here noble river, to which the classic
Cam is mere ribbon, and we promise the
competitors special reporter, to record their
achievements ,-
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28
ATTENTION Facts from "Report OF
The Chatham, N. C., Coal Fields

The Pittsboro, N. G., Semi-Monthly Re-
cord contains an allusion to the ceal fields of
Chatham county, N. c., which will be of in
terest to our readers ia the Old North State,
as we'll as to all of US who wish prosperity to
our neighbours. We learn that the most i'm
portant point is the far famed Egypt. IL was
from this point that we received our coal by
way of Fayetteville, when stationed, during
the war, at Wilmington A shaft $50 feet
has been sunk, buildings have been erected,
machinery and workshops put up, and two
engines are at work, one of 40 horse power,
which, when in fall operation, fetches up a
ton Of coal every tive minutes We also learn
that there are 5000 tons of this valuable Bit
luminous coal lying at the base of the shaft
ready for transportation, but there has been
no demand from abroad Unless contract is
are entered into for supply of the material,
we regret to be informed that the works will
be stopped The difficulties seem to be a
want Of facilities Of transportation. There Is
but one short railroad reaching froEl Fayette-
vile, and very inadequate river transporta-
ton to the seaboard.
The intelligent correspondent of the Record
thinks that if the Chatham road could be
built from Raleigh by way of Haywood to
Egypt, and the Fayetteville road extended
from Egypt and connect with the North Car
olina railrsad at Greensboro, aad an extern
sion Of the Cheraw road down McLsndans
Creek to Egypt, outlets would be afforded for
coal. iron, copper, petroleum, and other VAL
Hable minerals found in abundance in the
valley of Deep River and approaching in
value and richness, any mineral region in the
South. The country, we are informed, is ca
pable OF supporting large population Of
miners, its wheat growing capacity being ann
pie, Within the range OF this mineral re-
gion are to be found superior wheat lands, ca
pablo of yielding an abundant supply of
wheat for the sustenance of the miners
The application of capital and increased
facilities Of transportation are thus seen to be
only desiderata to change the entire face of
this prolific region. Instead OF the present
comparative stasnation and gloom. if enter
prise and capital could be once attracted
there, prosperity, wealth, the development OF
its mineral and agricultural resources, would
crown the application of labor and capital,
and the land would laugh and sing.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

MEETING LAST NIGHT.-Mr Balsom made
his report to the Mechanics Association in
short address, after which his report was re-
ceived and accepted. We regret that no de-
sided action was taken on Resolution No. %
of the series promulgated by the Baltimore
Congress.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

The FERRY DoeK IN PORTSMOUTH. The
pile-driver has completed driving on the side
next to Cookies wharf, and is now busily oc-
cupied in driving home" those on the side
adjoining tho Seaboard wharf Woikmen are
now engaged in tearing the old planks from
the platform TO which the float is to be at
tached, and the repairs are driving ahead
vigorously under the supervision Of the, Ferry
Superintendent. Df
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WANTED.

WANTED. ....
A SITUATION AS T. A C III E r =
IA Private family preierred-by young lady
who has had three years experience in teaching
Latin, French, the English branches and Music
References given and required.
Address Stating terms) u B.,
au27-M-W&F-St Box ZIG, Norfolk Va.
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DUG BITE No. l0.-We regret to state that
Sun Of Mr., e. j. Griffith was bitten on the
face yesterday evening by dog. According
to the doctrine of retributive justice, the next
case for us to record mast be that Of Coun-
Gilman Ht ff1
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

TnANKs.-We are indebted to Mr.. NJ. j.
FoeARTy, bookseller and periodical dealer
tor copies of Northern papers in advance of
the mail. His establishment is No. 8 Main
street, opposite Bank street, and the latest
journals may be had at bis counter.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

CATTLE.-Fiiteen or twenty head of cattle
came in from North Carolina yesterday even
ing. We hope the butchers of this place will
not let them be sent to Baltimore, as they do
when they come via Petersburg railroad
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-08-28

THE FERRY Boat Union. left her wharf
and steamed up as far as the Navy Yard
She is in fine order, and will be quite an i'm
provement to the ferry We long to see 5
take her place ON the line.
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MAYORS CouRr.-P Portsmouth, August 26th,
His Honor Mayor White, presiding ~
George Scott, Louisa Haynes, aud Francis Fos-
ter, colored, arrested and charged with disorder
ly conduct in the street. Francis Foster feed S..
Scott and Haynes discharged
= Nancy White complained that Maria Wilkins,
coiored, abused her in the market, charging her
with defrauding her out of 10 cents; discharged.
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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS

SELECT SCHOOL FOR YOUNG LADIES
20 OF THE HEBREW FAITH,
173 and 175 West seth Street, between
Sth and 9th Avenues, New York,
TO THE ISRAELITES OF VIRGINIA.
MRS HENRY SIMONS, HAVING
Nl been requested by many Southern and
Western friends whose children have been edu-
Gated at the 1nstitute) to make known her school,
announces to them that she receives pupils from
theages Of T. to It. The pupils can acquire The
English French, German and Hebrew Ian
guages thoroughly; Music and Singing taught by
able Professors; Sewing and Embroidery made
an especial instruc tion-D Dancing and Gymnastic
exercises taught during the winter, season.
The pupils attending the Institute will find it
home in every respect, and every care will be
taken with their moral and religious training
Pupils can inter- the. Institute at any. time.
For Circulars apply as above. :, I.
au2s- Tia. Th&Sat 2mos
PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF TIE CITY OF
NORFOLK.
TFHE Elk Ere Uses OF THESE
Il Schools will be resumed on MONDAY, tn
18th of September next.
ALI applicants for admission, who are not en-
titled to the gratuitous benefits of the Schools,
will be required to pay Four Dollars on entering
the Pupil as heretofore.
The Superintendent may always be found at his
office on Commerce street, between 8 and 3
O'clock and he V i'll attend at the Sd Ward School
House on Catharine street, every afternoon until
the 18th OF September, Sundays excepted )from
until O'Clock, to issue tickets of admission to
applicants, '.tf
The Board of Commissioners will meet at the
Office of Charles Reid, ESQ.,, on Tuesday, the 4th
OF September next, to appoint Teachers for the
ensuing year.
t-..o7 ~ ~ VIM D. BAGNALL.
tau2S-Tu& Fri 1T a-t Superintendent
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MAYORS CoURr-Aug. %. His Honor John Il.
Ludlow, presiding:-, s... sl.e.5igss g.f,. 4
Thomas Campleton drunk and disorderly; fined
five dollars.
Joseph Savage, drunk and disorderly; fined five
dollars. --a
n George Collins drunk and disorderly; fined five
dollars. ~. ..- e. -
!, Mr.. Miward was bound over for the sum OF
two hundred dollars, to appear next Tuesday, to
answer the charge of violating city ordinance;
also bound over for the sum Of five hundred do +
lars to keep the peace. s. - T. 2 ~ S&
The girls in his employ we've bound over for
the sum Of one hundred dollars, to appear next
Tuesday, to answer the charge of violating city
ordinance; also bound over for the sum Of two
hundred dollars, to keep the peace
Several other cases before his Honor this morn
ing. = -.e-,
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MARRIED.

On the 25th instant. by Rev. Reuben Jones,
MR.. WILLIAM $. GRIMES, and Miss MARTHA
A. c. CARNEY, ,, all of Norfolk Co., Va.
This morning, by the Rev Thos. Hume, HOL-
COMB s. ACKERLY, Esq, of Savannah, Geor-
gia, to LUCY r. daughter of Mr. Levin Lane OF
Portsmouth, Va.
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MARINE INTELLIGENCE,

POM OF NORFOLK AND PORTSMOUTH, Aug 20.
ARRIVALS:
Str Adelaide, Cannon, Bait.
Str Eofus, McCarrick, Yorktown.
Str Fayorite, Rogers, Hampton. &a
Str. John Sylvester, Post, Richmond
Schr Maria Ann, Perquimons Co., n. c., corn
and wheat to Freer 4 Neal
Schr Guard, Smith, Indian Greek, n. c.; 500
bushels corn, to Nash & Cobb.
~.- DEPARTURES ~ @f"
Steamer Adelaide, Cannon, Bait
Str Eolus, McCarrick, Yorktown. 'a
Str Favorite, Rogers, Hampton. wa
Str Georgeanna, Hill, Richmond.
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GARDEN SEEDs-The present writer has
recently had occasion to SOW small crop of
turnips, and paid ior the seeds used ten cents
This was practicing horticulture On small
scale and at little cost, but the paper which
contained the seed suggested an idea which
our truckmen might apply with advantage.
The label informed us that the package was
put up in Philadelphia. Why not in Nor
folk? There isn't 4. a town in the country
which loes'n purchase for its country Gus
toners an enormous annual supply Of garden
seeds, purchased of Northern growers. II
any practical man will combine this business
with his farming, he will make q fortune
The labor is comparatively nothing and the
profits large.
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DIED,

In Louisville, Kentucky, on the >2Sd inst, Mr.
WILLIAM GODFREY, of Norfolk, aged &c
years. 49,.
st. Louis papers please copy. . IT,.