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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

A bill approprating $4,000 to be used in
cleaning and improving the Washington Ca
nal, passed both braaches Of the Washington
City Councils last evening. It authorizes the
Mayor to anticipate the city revenue, and Dor
row the above named amount at six per cent.
interest. It also urges Congress to pass law
authorizing that a special lax be levied on the
property holders Of the District to make up
that amount
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

Why Nor EAT HORSES. This question is
presented and discussed by the Round Table
1t is urged that the ravages committed by the
rinder-pest in the cattle-pens Of Europe may
be only the precursor of like ravages here, and
that trichina may become as prevalent among
the swine as rinder-pest among the cattle. In
view of these two scourges it is suggested that
We may be compelled to make horse-fesh the
substitute for beef and pork: Says the Round
Table: 1t would be but step from the stable
TO the table Horses would have two markets
for their utility instead Of one. The result Of
the French experiments in horse-hesh proved
it to be equal, if not superior, as a Wand, to
the best OK beef As yet no epidemic has fall
len upon the horse, and we really think that in
view of the possible alienation of the OK, the
calf and the pig, the sooner we educate our
selves to eat him the better.
THERE'S more OF mirth than earnestness in
the suggestions Of the Round Table. But if it
should become necessary TO find a substitute
for beef and pork, what shall that substitute
be ?---12ich Wing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

Some curiosity is expressed to see the testi-
mony OF several individuals from this State,
taken before the Reconstruction Committee, y
as it is called-since different versions are given
by different persons, on hearsay reports, as to
the statements made by the persons referred
to- We presume we shall have it all, in the
book, or books, which this Committee is com
Milling.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

POSTPONED. The Washington Star says
that the celebration of the emancipation of
slaves in the District of Columbia, which was
to have taken place yesterday, has been post
poned to Thursday, on account of the rain =
Notwithstanding the condition Of the streets,
and the drizzling rain, quite number of per-
sons gathered about Franklin square. In
Georgetown, yesterday, a crowd Of negroes who
had been out in the city to join in the celebra
ton OF their emancipation, returned to town
and assembled at their hall on Beall, between
Montgomery and Monroe streets, where they
got into dispute, and one of them, named
Samuel Harrod, drew a razor and cut three
others badly. He was arrested and locked up
in the station, until the wounded ones can be
produced as witnesses against him. 1t is said
that whiskey was the moving principle in the
affair
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

g>To TIE VOTERS OF FAIRFAX COUNTY. -
Captain JOHN POWELL is respectfully announc-
cd candidate for the Office of Sheriff of Fair
fax county, at the election in May next Capt
Powell has faithfully served the people of said
county as public officer in various instances,
and from the satisfactory manner in which he
has invariably discharged his duties as al Off
Ger, and from the fact of his having had many
years experience as Sheriff. we feel perfectly
confident that he will make an efficient officer, if
it is the will of the people to elect him; The
voters of the county are respectfully solicited to
give the Captain favorable consideration on
the day OF election, the 4th Thursday in May
an 6-te# MANY FRIENDS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

In consequence OF reports of the hostility of
some persons aboutW arrentor, Va. to theFreed-
men, and the negro schools there, the Town
Council has passed an ordinance On the subject,
making it the duty Of the local police to protect
the schools, and have offered reward for the
perpetrators of any outrages.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
NO CONTRACTORS AND OTHERS.

Proposals are invited until April ssh, inst ,
for the leasing for termof wears OF the Alex
undra rannl, including all OF liz rral-and ":er
property. This canal extends from The a y { /!
Alexandria, Va, TO the city Of George'o3h -.
c., on the north bank of the Potomac, wheEe IL
connects With the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
The water Is from thence conveyed acres, 'th%
Potomac in Il wooden trough and supeEstrt't'
ture, which is built on granite rock pies ana
and then by land into the Potomac at = leA"n-
dri4. The following descrlpt ion of the per . 81
the aqueduct is from reporrt by the late NJ. e.
Ewing, esq., Civil Engineer = An abutment is
built against the Chesapeake: and Ohio Canal ut
Georgetown. The Alexandria Canal c0mnenc-
ing at this point is carried across the Pct mae
nqueduct l6OOf- long: This aqueduct
eight piers rs now built are in water from 70
to 40 feet deep. and founded % to IS teei below
the surface The abutments and piers Were all
built in Golfer dams pumped out and dredged By
steam machinery to the solid rock, on winch
they are erected in cement ana troWel WORK
from foundation. This laborlous constructor
was the work Of several years, with large
force engaged night and day except during part
Of The winter months. The piers are carried up
80 feet above the river surface, and are there
fore in height from 50 to 10 feet. They are
about 70 feet long at base, and II to 81 fee: thick
laid in GENE t, and having stood the floods and
drifts for several years, 1646) are believed to be
of imperishable material and Workmanship, -
The cost Of the aqueduct S3I3, 3ol. IS, lnclauIh&
about $50, 600 for the wooden trough and super
structure The other portion Of the canal en-
bankments, cu!verts, locks, wharyss ferry at
Georgetown, &C., cost over SoUO UO Inc
Alexandria Canal mey be properly called the
terminus Of the Chesapeake and ONO Cana 10
There was transported OF Goa alone, over thc
Alexandria Canal in 1860 about $1,000 tons,
and the coal trade has largely increased since,
but owing to the war no coal has come over the
Alexandria Canal, for the reason that the aque-
duct has been used by the Government as
wagon road from Georgetown to Arlington,
Parties contracting will be required to place and
keep the canal and aqucduct in order and repair,
and to use the canal and aqucduct for the ,pur;;
poses for whichit was orig inally constructed and
no other unless by consent Of all the contract
ing parties For further information, such as
obligations to be assumed, and conditions to be
complied WITH address. or apply in person to
HUGH LATHAM.
APP 9-3w Mayor Of Alexandria, 4.
National Intcligcnccr, Washington; Her
aid, New York and Telegraph Cumberland,
Md, 3taw3w, and send bill.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

S. S. Gaskins, the young man shot by B. F.
Hough, in Georgetown, D. c., recently, died
of his wounds yesterday
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
BY + G. STAFFORD, AUCTIONEER.

4 UCTION SALE OF THE ENTIRE
N STOCK, IN TRADE, OF \ CONFEC-
TIONER.-On TIL URSDAY MORNING, the
10Th instant at 10 clock, shall sell at store,
No. 10, King street, near Fairfax, the entire
stock contained in said store, together with a
good assortment of To VS. and FANCY GOODS.
Also, one superior MINERAL WATER Ma
CHINE, SODA FOUNTAIN, Marble Slabs,
Household and Kitchen Furniture, Counters,
Shelving and Gas Fixtures, Glass Cases Candy
Jars, and all the fixtures appertaining to a well
without reserve, as the proprietor is about de-
clining business Terms-Cash.
an 17-2t ]. G. STAFFORD. Auct,r
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
AUCTION SALES.
- 1,,Hs T. pARRorr, AUcT1oNEEa

.:ALCaBLE REAL AND PERSONAL
ETATE AT PUBLIC ACCTlON.-
ul1er authority Of the last will and testament
OF Pei Triser. decd, l Shall otter at puoIic
sale, on Tuesday, the 4th day Of APrit, 1900
at T. 0 ci' OK d, iulrort Of the Mayors Otfc":
ia The City, of alexandria Virginia the follow
ing valuable real AMI personal estate
The ''ElRGIN1A HOTEL" property IN
said city of Alexandria, at the corner of King
and Peyton street, containing Is bed rooms,
parlor, dining ROOM, bar. room, st:lbling FOR CO
horses and all necessary outbui!dngs in cy,
A LOT OF GROUND with a frame house
thereon, on Peyton street, adjoining the proper
ty Of Mrs Clark.
y a LOT or GROUND on Duke street near
" opposite the ''Soldcrs Rest
TRACT OF LAND, in the county Of Fair
fax. Va, called mount Polk miles from
\ lcxsndra adjoining the land Of Mrs. Virgin
ia colt, Dr. Johnson and Others containing
about 100 acres The land is in Il good state q!
cultivation and well enclosed. ...
j TRACT OF LAND in the said county Q;
Fairfax, about d miles from Alexandria, ad
Joining Mrs. Virginia Scott, james Talbot and
and others, and containing about 100 acres.
The specific quantity of ground, in the sa!Ii
lots, and farms, win be furnished on the day OF
sale.
Also 81, 300 Of the Capital Stocl; Of the BaaI;
Of the Old Dominion.
Terms Of safe; The real estate, will be sold
for one-third cash, and the residue in two equal
payments, of six and twelve months secured b.
The bonds Of the purchaser with good persona!
security bearing interest from the day OF sale:
the title to be retained until the purchase money
is fully paid Conycyancinga and stamps ut cost
Of the purchaser.
Tic Bank Stool; will be sold for cash
DAVID 6. WATKINS:
Executor of the last will and testament:
nll l3-ts Of the late Peter TriSer, dec d.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

The weather has been rainy and cool for
several days, with the wind from the. North
east-not favorable the fisheries
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

MODEL MARRIAGE n Office. The following
marriage notice appears ia a North Carolina
paper We publish itas model for all young
couples who get caught in the same trap, and
wish to let their friends know it through the
press: MARRIED. By DR.. j. A. Sheriff.. at
atwiHg hton Wednesday evening, February Is,
1866, in Catawba county, n. G., at the house
of the brides. widowed mother, Mr.. A. A.
.Gabrille TO bliss lizzie Milligan, after short
but most delicious courtship.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

Considerate and economical people are now
dispensing with the use Of butter, in their fam
lies, altogether. Many housekeepers will not
allow butter on their tables. They will wait
for the spring grass and fall in prices,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

Such scene as was witnessed yesterday,
in the Senate OF the U. S., has rarely been ex-
hlbited in any legislative body in the world.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
OF HEALTH NOTICE.

By authority of the Board Of Health Of this
city. the following is hereby published fer the
benefit of all concerned:
The Board of Health, of the City Of Alexan-
dria, respectfully request the prompt and serious
attention of the citizens to the following sanitary
regulations and considerations, ana as shelr CO.
operation in carrying them out, assuring them
that it is the determination of every member OF
the Board in his espectiye district, to do all IN
his power to keep the city in cleanly condition;
by enforcing all the laws in the case made ana
provided.
AN ACT TO PREVENT NUIssANCES.,
SEC. lst. Be it enacted by the City Councils
of Alexandria, That no person or persons shall
discharge, cast, or cause to flow upon any OF the
streets, lanes or alleys or any parts OF the city,
any kitchen oful liquid or solid, but shall de-
post the same in some suitable vessel. there to
be kept Until called for, and removed in the
manner herein provided.
SEC 2nd 1t shall be the duty of the Trus-
tees of the Poor, to cause all such otal to be
called for, collected and removed four times a
week in the months of May, June July, Au-
gust. and Septemb Der, and twice week during
the remainder of the year, for the use and ben
eft of the Aims House.
SEC 3D. Any person or persons, his 0" their
servants, who shall violate any OF the provisions
of this act shall forfeit and pay not less than
the sum Of one dollar, and not more than, tive
Dc GeCONelelt otilcl hioS Stii|t iOt
FIXTURES are recovered.
SEC. 4th. 1t shall be the duty Of the Board of
Health, Superintendent Of Police, and Police
Constables to cause the provisions of this act to
be strictly complied with and enforced.
SEC. 5th This act shall be in force from its
passage
Passed July 10th, 1855.
The citizens are requested in case of any neg
lect on the part of the drivers Of the Garbage
Carts. to call at their houses, to leave their
names and the number oftheir residences, with
any member of the Board of Trustees Of the
Poor; this will ensure prompt and certain
remedy for the inattcnton complained of.
The citizens are also requested to remove I'M
mediately from their respective premises all
otfal matter, manure or any other nuisance,
which may endangcr the health of the city, and
they are hereby notified that on or before the
first Of May, the members of the Board Will
visit their respective districts, to see whether
this regulation has been complied with.
The citizens are also respectfully requested to
keep this notice for future reference, go that
they may see who are the members of the Board
and the location of their respective districts:and
they are asked as Il favor, this: That whcnthey
are personally cognizant Of any nuisaEces to re-
port at once TO the proper authorties-yiz: the
member of the Board, in whose district the null
SAL &C exists assuring them that it Is the only
legitimate way to abatc any evil, existing near
their premises.
The citizens arc requested to keep their gut
ter: clean and brush the dirt from before their
promises to the centre Of the street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
BY GEORGE WASHINGTON, AUCTIONEER.
WILL BE SOLD ON
THURSDAY. APRIL 18th,

THURSDAY. APRIL 18th,
on the premises, at T. o clock.
TWO LOTS OF GROUND,
situated on the north side Of Prince between
Fayette and Payne sts. thirtyfve feet five inches
from Fayctte, running west forty eight feet, ana
north one hundred feet to IN alley ten feet wide
Can be sold together or separately. each lot being
twcnty-four feet wide Half the purchase mon
cy to be paid at time Of sale, the balance in SIX
months. APP l2-ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

The dwelling Of VIM. Gregory at the upper
end of Washington street, was entered last
night, by means Of a ladder placed up to the
side window OF the back building, and guam
tity Of clothing in q trunk, and other articles
stolen
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

AIBU Ms,
WATCHES,
SILVER PLATED WARE, Of all descriptions
and, also. large lot Of STATIONERY, EN-
numerous to mention.
e.s- This sale will continue until the above
Goods are sold j. \. STOUTENBlRG,
anlI-tf AuctOnccT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
BY GEORGE WASHINGTON. AUCTIoNEER

4 UCTION SAFE OF HOUSEHOLD AN
n KITCHEN FURNITURE.
al 10 o'clock a. M, at No. H. Duke street, q
large lot of very valuable HOUSEHOLD and
KITCHEN FURNITURE, consisting IN part,
OF BEDS, BEDSTEADS, WARDROBES,
WASHSTANDS, BUREAUS, with marble
toos) MAHOGANY SIDEBOARD: BATH
TUB CHAIRS, LOOKING GLASSES, GAS
FIXTURES, Sc. Terms Cash.
ap l3-ts GEO. WASHINGTON. Auct.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

The latest English papers announce the death
of Rev. John Keble, one Of the most accom-
plished clergymen of the Church of England,
and the we-known author of 1.-The Christian
Year"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
RARE CHANCE.
The subscriber offers to sell his entire stock Of
HARDWARE

HARDWARE,
STOVES & TIN WARE.
TOOLS, MACHINES, LEASE, &c.
at very low figure, Gas he wishes to leave the
city, to any ore who desires to go into business
This is rare chance.
lie will sell to reduce his stock, at wholesale,
or retail any portion Oft, low, until he can close
out the whole stock, {. \. GREGOR1,
NH 29-tf 147, King ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
MARINE LIST.
PORT OF ALEXANDRIA, APRIL II.

andria Christian Association, will be held in the
Ind Presbyterian Church this (Tuesday) even
ing at s o clock An address will be delivered.
The public are respectfully invited to attend.
anl7-lt ROBT. JAMESON. Secretary. 4.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

Ng- To THE VOTERS OF. FAIRFAX COUNTY
Iannounce myself candidate at the election to
be held on the oath May, for the Clerkship of
the County Court the office now held by me as
with the assurance that every efo 1T shall be
made to satisfactorily conduct the affairs Of the
office. lap 9-td@l VIM. M. FITzHUGH.
DOR BALTIMORE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
GOLD.
4 G.. STAFFORD,
J AUCTIONEER

NEW York, April 17.-Gold, 1858.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
TITO THE PUBLIC.

ITO THE PUBLIC.
The undersigned will continue to sci his stock
of goods, which have been lately purchased, at
the lowest cash prices; consisting OF well
selected assortment of staple and fancy
DRY GOODS.
also a large selection Of LOTIONS, of al which
we will sell at the lowest wholesale prices,
until the first of May, after which time we will
positively sell at AUCTION: from day to day
until disposed of.
Dealers from the adjoining Country may find
it to their interest to call and see us before pur
chasing elsewhere ,
No. III, King street.
on 12-tr Alexandria. Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
BYJ. a. sToUTENBURG, AUCTIoNEER.

e J. 4. ST0UTENBURG, AUCTIUEEHa
WILL be sold at Pu Pub Auc b : at the con-
SATURDAY, the 18th inst ut 10 clock, Il
large lot off URNISIINGGOODS, HOSIERY.
&c, consisting Of
CARPETS.
RUGS,
lIATTING.
OIL CLOTH,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

THE FISH MARKET.-Th arrivals have
fallen off considerably, and prices have advanc-
ed. Herring, $12@Sl3 per thousand; Shad
S19@S2O per hundred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17
MONE1,4RY G; g O1flfER CLAL

Money and stocks remain out chan ls1 ge:: -
There IS. q continued strin geney in the money
market and but little enquiry for securities, ~
Some transactions in Southern Bank Notes, es-
p,ecially the notes of the banks of this State,
.,b;n mo he quoted at the figures given below.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

DLUMBEK WANTED.-A No s. PLUM-
4 Der "a single man preferred sis wanted in
Lynchburg, For terms &C., inquire at this.
othce. apl7-33t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

Fowle g. Cos Soluble Phospha- -
ted Peruvian Guano.............82 90 @ 90 %
VIM H. Fowle, Bayne q Cos.
Manipulated Guano............. 81 :(9 w w
VIM a. Fowle, Bsyne & Cos.
Corn, Cotton and Tobacco Fer =
tlllZec. " W w w
VIM Fl. Fowle, Bayne ~ Co.'s.
Phosphate and Alkalies. .........47 SO @ 90 OO
VIM II. Fowle, Bayne u Co.'S.
Plaster md Potash intimate
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

NgARKING INK--For marking Boxes, Bar
lSA rels, Bales, Sc. Vastly superior to Lamp
Black and Turpentinc, or Benzene. in FOUR
PARTICULARS, viz:
lst 1t is no trouble to prepare, being always
rcndy for use
I'd. twill not evaporatc fromthepot or can in
which it is kept, thus saving much
3D. It will not rub off and become dishGared
rs the common ink often does.
4th. II flows beautifully from the brush, and
IS % per cent cheaper than the materials for the
ordinary marking ink can be bought;
\ trial by our merchants is earnestly request
cal. Price. 500 per Gallon. Sold wholesale
and retail by JANNGI q CO., Druggists.
an 12-tf 145 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-04-17

TOUND.- This morning in the vicinity of
been stolen, containing several articles of wear
ing apparel, which the owner can obtain by
proving property, paying for this advertisement,
and giving suitable reward to the finder.
FRENC H JACKSON.
an l7-3t& cor of Pitt and Princess sts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-03-28
ALEXANDRIA GAZETTE AND VIRGINIA ADVERTISER.
NEWS or THE DA 7.
10 sho,0 the ve,y age and body Of the Times.

Major Stanhope, commanding the district OF
Norforlk, Va, has directed all idle persons
found within the limits of his command, and
who are able to work, to be collected and made
to cleanse the streets of that city andto remove
the offal. The Norfolk Post says that the or
der will fall like bombshell In the camp OF the
freedmen.
The House Committee on Banking, unani-
mously agreed, on Monday last, to report a
bill to forbid the further issue of five cent notes
with S. Mr. Clark head upon them. The bill
also provides that all such notes shall be called
In and destroyed.
The Court,in Washington, has sustained the
demurrer to the second Indictment against Ba-
ker, the detective He can only, therefore, lie
sentenced under the verdict of guilty, found
against him, on the first indictment.
The banking house Of Culver, Penn, & Co.,
in New York, suspended payment, yesterday.
Liabilities large, but assets large too.
The Government buildings on the wharf at
City Point, Va, were destroyed by fire yester-
day. Loss $4,000.
It's said that the Civil Rights bill, just We
toed, will be passed in Congress by two thirds
vote.
A severe shock Of an earthquake was expert
enced in California on the Goth inst.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-03-28
VIRGINIA NEWS.

Under the law, accepting the lands donated
by Congress for the purposes of Education,
passed at the session of the General Assembly
of Virginia, we learn that the Governor has
secured the services of Messrs. William B.
Isaacs & Co., Bankers, of Richmond, as Agents
to receive from the General Government, and
to sell and transfer the same when so received.
The Fredericksburg Herald says: 'The Cir
cult Court of King George, Judge Critcher
presiding, adjourned late Saturday. The con-
struction of the will Of the late John Arnold
occupied good deal Of the Court, the will
having been made before the estate was de-
pleted by the results Of the late war.
The Fredericksburg New Era says The
German and English laborers who were employ
ed in King George county, all ran off the other
night. They made no complaint, except that
the country was lonesome. The next set
should be guaranteed to stick, and not scut
stick
Up to the beginning Of this week, the fisher
les on the Rappahannock had been doing well.