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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

VALUABLE LAND FOR SALE.I Of
Y fer for sale a tract of land in Fairfax coun-
ty. near Clouds Mill, containing 234 acres, Of
which Is are in wood. It lies on the Seminary
road, about miles from Alexandria. The soil
is good and well adapted to the raising of fruits
and vegetables. There are upon it comforta-
bic DWELLING HOUSE, stable and corn 1Es
house. It will be sold in small tracts to suit hl
purchasers. One fourth Of the purchase money,
only will be required in hand, on the residue
five years time will be allowed, the interest pay
able annually. If not sold before it will be sold
by auction on saturday, the goth instant, at y
o'clock ~, in front of the MAYORS Office in
Alexandria de 8-eotd&l r. JOHNSTON.
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r AND AGENCY.

The undersigned having beer solicited by a
large number of Land Owners Of this County,
to send them purchasers for their farms, and
from my long experience as Surveyor, and as
Sheriff [ am well informed as to the quality and
condition Of most of tht farms in this county
I have concluded to solicit the patronage of
the public as LAND AGENT. Persons,
those who wish to. sell, will find it to their
interest to give me call at my office at Bruin' S
Jail, West End, near Alexandria, Va, or by
mail, Box 314, Alexandria P. o. Va.
JONATHAN ROBERTS,
de 2l-2m Sheriff of Fairfax county, Va
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

A grand masque ball is to take place in
Warrenton tonight. Alex. E. Hunter, of
this city, and Willie Spilman, OF Warrenton,
both members Of the former 18th Va Inf try,
are ON the committee Of invitation !!
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

VICTOR BECKER.
PIANO TUNER AND REGULATOR.
pairing Of Pianos, Melodeons, Accordeons, &C.,
&c. Orders will be received at NJ r. Robert
Bells Book Store, No. 81, King street.; with
Mr.. John II. ParrotJ, and at Y. BIS residence,
241, King street.
w. Becker also offers his services and long
new Pianos, and wishing the advice Of an able
and dsinterested judge. ap 4-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05
MARRIED.

On the Ath inst, by the Rev. G. G. Biting in
and Miss MARY VIRGINIA KIDWELL,
both Of Fairfax county, Va
On the same day, by the same Mr.: THOS. 4.
AUNCEY and Miss EMELINE POL
LARD, both Of Alexandra.
yao- RELIGIOUS. -Approprate religious ser
vices, in celebration Of the Centenary in Meth
odsm in America, will be held in the Wash
ington street NJ e. Church, on Sabbath as
follows: Preaching at II O'Clock, experience
meeting at 5 ?. M, and preaching at O. clock at
night.
Christians Of other denominations and espe-
cially all Methodsts, are cordially invited to be
present. Jan 5-2t
VALUABLE WEST END PROPERTY
Y FOR SALE.-We have for sale number
of lots on the north side Of Duke ST., SO feet
front and $50 deep; also, several truck lots of
various sizes, from one tofour acres, binding on
the Shutters Hill road and on the road from
King street to Dukeby Betzold's. Terms accom-
modating.
dec 22-tf JOHNSTON & CARNE
DOOM FOR RENT.-The STORE ROOM
IL on Cameron street next to the Old Theatre
Building Agood business stand for either
grocery or dry goods store, or as a professional
Office. Enquire of JAMES CHATHAM
dec 19-eotf
II P. CLARKE can be found at his old stand
y. No. 1853, King street, up stairs. BE i
prepared to do all kinds, of PAPER and CUR.
DAIN HANGING aid UPHOLSTERING, 81,
the shortest notice. sep l5-eotf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05
INSTRUCTION ON THE
PIANO, GUITAR, HARP; AND IN VO-
CAL MUSIC

The undersigned after an absence of six
years, again presents himself to his friends and
the public generally, for giving instruction on
the above named Instruments and in vocal
music.
Those desiring to secure his services will
please apply at either Mr.. French's or MIR. En-
twisle's Book Store, on King Street, and at the
Journal and Gazette Offices.
sep lift JOHN r. BRANI.
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7 T. EVANS would respectfully call the
O . attention Of the Ladies to his large stock
of FURS, consisting Of Mink, Siberian SPUR
rel and Sable also, a large stock Of Misses and
Children's FURS. of every description, which
will be sold cheap. Also, a fine stock of Mems
and Boys Felt HATS. Furs repaired at short
notice Call at No. SO, King St. no 2l-tf
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ALEXANDRIA GAZETTE AND VIRGINIA ADVERTISER
COUNTY COURT. John a. Dixon and John

COUNTY COURT. John A. Dixon and John
G. Graham, executors of Henry Chatham,
deceased, qualified, and gave bonds.
George =. Green vs.. J. NJ. Coughlin-in case
verdict for plaintiff for $l02.50, with interest
bill Of exceptions fled
Elizabeth j. Jameson qualified as executrix
of Robert Jameson, deceased
Lewis Mckenzie renowned the executorship
of the estate of ". P. Quisenberry
An account Of S. n. Chipley, for $3.50,
against the county, was allowed.
F..M. Mcdowell s. Co., VS.. George Seaton,
psit-motion for rule against G.. S. Minor
for the return of certain papers in evidence
motion sustained, and papers returned.
Com. VS.. George Siggers-- an Indictment
verdict Of guilty, and damages assessed at $780,
and judgment for line and costs-bill Of excep-
tons fled
Com. VS.. v m. Jackgon-on an indictm ent for
petit larceny-verdict Of guilty, and sentenced
to the county jail for thirty days.
Anthony Blount, sentenced yesterday to the
penitentiary, was ordered to be discharged,
having been tried and imprisoned heretofore for
the same offence.
Conway & Son vs.. J. N. E arper s. Co.-in
case-ofice judgment set aside by consent, and
cause remanded to rules for further proceedings
L. N. Lown VS.. Henry's executr ix-in case
continued till Friday.
Com vs.. John Miner, and same VS.. John
Cunnin ghanl-awaiting indictments for petit
larcery-nolle prosiquis entered in each case.
VIM NJ. johnson VS.. A. Brandy consen t
judgm ent against defendant for costs.
John 81 Brent VS.. Samuel Hefebower-in
case-continued.
Thomas Smith was e1onerated from the pay
ment Of So. 10-erroneous taxes.
The attendance at the Court House this
| morning was larger than usual. The case Of
Samuel Beach, Justice CT the Peace Of this
county, against whom the grand jury, at its
late session, found four bills of Indictment !;
first for not returning proceedings to the court
when fines were imposed, I'd for malfeasence in
Office Sd for collecting fines without authority,
| and 4th for not paying in fines when collected,
| came up, and the Indictments were Immediate
| " souasbed, upon the ground that three JUS
tees only we're on the bench at the time the
| Grand Jury made its preseltments-the law
requiring four Upon motion, however, Of the
| Commonwealth Attorney, the Court reversed
its decision, and the case will be re argued
| We understand that suit for libel will arise
out Ct this case.
{ The atm osphere this morning was exceeding
! ~ arctic in its ten perature, and the cheeks Of
the ladies, whom We met on King street,
4 had received from the North winds brush a
! tlnge fresh and delicate5 as that painted upon
| the peach. We venture TO counsel an abandon
ment of red flannel and carnatlon by the dears
who have hitherto used them, and to COM
mend, in their stead, a resort to the kiss Of the
North wind, whose touch is sure to leave a
hue unriyalied fer its delicacy, and pure and
innocent as the blush that rushes to the
maiden's check .Ahem!,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

VALUABLE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE.
LLANGOLLEN, the residence Of Cuth-
bert Powell, Decd, is offered at Private Sale
until the 9Th DAY OF JANUARY, 1866,
(Court-day) when ifunsold, it will be exposed
for sale at Public Auction to the highest bidder,
in front of the Court House. in Leesburg Lou
doun county, Va, at y o'clock N. This we'll
known and desirable trsct Of land, containing
1861 ACRES, is situated on the eastern slope Of
the Blue Ridge, in said county, miles north Of
Ashby's Gap, and 7 miles south of Smokers
Gap, with large and elegant NJ NSION 9 Gs=zl
HOUSE, upon it, overlooking the village = 2=fa,
of Upperville, and commanding one Of the
finest prospects in one of'the most agreeable
neignborhoods in tn State.
It has on it all the necessary outbuildings,
and every variety Of well selected Summer and
Winter Fruit it is we'll wate1ed, with album
dance Of TIMBER, and under good stone
fencing.
The soil is of the best quality we'll setin in blue
grass and in splendid condition Tor farming or
grazing.
Only $500 will be required in cash the pay
ment of the remainder can be arranged to suit
the purchaser.
For more particular information apply to the
undersigned. HENRY HEATON,
Attorney at Law, Leesburg, Va, Agent
for VIM. A. Stewart, Trustee for
nov 9-3tawts Mrs. ii. V. Maddox.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

ia FOR SALE-HOUSE AND LOT,
Ezk=l No. 1885, south Fairfax street, lot 100 feet
front, running half way through the square
The house is double with hall through the CEN
tire, two stories, has seven chambers in the main
building and three in the back. Apply to
JOHN PERRY,
no loft No. H. south Union st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

POLICE REPORT. -MAYoR's OFFICE. The
time Of the Mayor this morning was occupied
lin granting orders for wood and provisions to
the deserving poor CT the city, and, we are sorry
Ito add, that the late inelement and severe
weather has greatly increased the number Of
applicants for the corporations aid.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

She was valued at SIS, o0o"- Wash STAR
--e-~-3s--
Yesterday the three fishing shores above
Georgetown, we'll known as Clouds landings,
were rented at auction. Landing No. l nearest
Georgetown, was let to Robert Simmons, for
1,O25; No. 2, to Vim. Mankins, for $3.50;
No. 3, to VIM Simmons, for $3.50. English
Harbor landing, Or the Virginia shore, near the
Aqueduct bridge, was afterwards let to Joseph
Harper, for $780, The term only includesthe
approaching season. The rents are considera-
bly, in advance Of those Of the last season.
We have received the prospectus Of the
Home Gazette, weekly family literary paper,
which is soon to make its appearance In Wash
lngton city It will be free from all political or
sectarian bias and its Editor, gentleman of
acknowledged literary ability, pledges himself
to spare no labor or expense to make it one OF
the best papers of it's kind in the world. Inits
first number an intensely interesting story, the
scene of which is laid in this city, will be COM
menced.
It is stated that Major Gaines, judge advo.
4 cate, Of the Department of Washington, has re-
ceived orders from tie War De- partment to pro-
coed to this city and investigate thoroughly the
{ circumstances attending the disturbances here
q on Christmas day, and report to the Depart
ment Of Washington the names Of all partici
! pants liable to trial before military commits
sion, and of all paroled officers or enlisted men Of
4 the Confederate army concerned in the breach
Il of peace.
. The Postmaster General yesterday issued the
i following order; reopen the post Offices at
& Neabsco Mills, Prince William county; s. B.
81 June postmaster, vice 81. Radcliffe.
3 Mount Olive, Shenandoah county; Levi
]. Pitman postmaster, vice j. II. Sibert.
g Falmouth, Stafford county; J. 3. fickIln
B postmaster, vice NJ. Forbes.
So At Dumfries, Prince William county, APP
point Mrs Martha Long postmlstress, vice
81 Mrs. Mary b. Clarke, moved away.
.@ ------s->-e-<--o----
a POLICE REPORT OFFICE The
81 time Of the Mayor this morning was occupied
. in granting orders for wood and provisions to
the deserving poor CT the city, and, we are sorry
ii to add, that the late inelement and severe
;. weather has greatly increased the number OF
. APP lcants for the corporations aid.
81 GEORGETOWN COLLEGE. -Rey. Father Ma
81 So gure, formerly the popular president Of this
venerable institution, has been again appointed
Ito the charge thereof, the term Of ths Rev.
q Father Early having expired. Father Early,
s will take Father Maguire's place as pastor Of
Il St. Aloysus in Washington.
8 The steamer Diamond State, advertised to
8 leave Baltimore on Wednesday evening last
81 for this port, had not arrived at II o'clock to-
d day. The gale, which prevailed last night,
may have retarded her progress.
IS We are indebted to our young friend, Mr..
B Henry B. Wright, now in Mexico: for late cop
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

FDGAR r. NcVEIGH,
~ Formerly off, =: McVeigh Son,
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
J. G. BAUGHER & CO.,
LOU OR N E r G e A n rs,
No. 90, south Charles St.,
BALTIMORE.
Importers Of WINES, BRANDIES and
LIQUORS generally, dealers in WHISTLES
of all grades.
Particular attention paid to old Whistles, Of
which they have always q large stock on hand,
varying from four to ten years old.
Orders for stock on hand or for direct jmpor-
tation will have prompt attention.
J. c. BAUGHER 6 CO.,
No. 80, South Charles ST.,
&C 18-tf Baltimore Md.
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GUILD.
New, York; January 5. Gold, l42a8 #
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The steamer Diamond State, advertised to
leave Baltimore on Wednesday evening last
for this port, had not arrived at IL o'clock to-
day. The gale, which prevailed last night,
may have retarded her progress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

We are indebted to our young friend, Mr..
Henry B. Wright, now in Mexico: for late cop
les Of the Mexican Times, printed in English,
m the city of Mexico.
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GEORGETOWN CoILEGE.-Rey. Rather Ma
] guire, formerly the popular president of this
SSvenerable institution, has been again appointed
IIto the charge thereof, the term OF the Rev.
Father Early having expired. Father Early,
will take Father Maguire's place as pastor Of
ISt. Aloysiusi in Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-01-05

~ MARTHA WASHINGTON" HAIR
RESTORER. best thing for the hair in
the market. Two articles combined in one. A.
perfect Hair Restorer and Hair Dresser Sold
by all Druggists. The trade supplied by HEN
RY COOK, No. 49, King ST., Alexandria, Va
Warranted to do all we clainl-or money re-
funded after using two bottles. Ladies try it.
nov 6-3m
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THE CIRCULATION
IN TELLTGENCER
The Tri-Weekly

e published every other day-Tuesdays,
ThursdayH and SaturlRys-an Is Oiled, Ia
me man, with the contents Of the two pre-
eeq1ne issues OF the Daily, giving all the news
by telegraph and otherwise. =
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TheIunsIWiII-C CO.

NEW YORK., Nov. 1.-THE Junel will
case ga winch has occupied so much pub
lie attention for the past few months.
was fairly started on fits legal road t1is
morning, before Judge Barnard. in the
supreme Court This case Is bronfSht
to set aside will made by the lste
Madame Junel, who bequeathed the
bulk of her property to various chsrits
able societies, and made the defendant
one of her reSiduary legatees, Besides
richly endowtng his church and max.
ing him hansome legacy. The plain-
tiff is heir-at-law of the deceased, and
claims that she was induced to make
this will through fraud and by the un-
due influence of defendant. 1t is also
claimed that the lady, owing to imbe-
cility and dotage, was incapable of
making valid legal instrument. The
array of counsel is one of the most
powerful ever engaged in this city. The
hetr-at-laW Is represented by counsels
Chtlds, O'Conner, ex-Judge Pierepont,
A. j. Vanderpool, Chas. Z, Whitehead,
James @. Carter, and Attorney B. F..
Dunning. The validity of the will is
maintained by counsel ex.Surrogate
Bradford, =. w. Stoughton, II. T. Gin
ton, Geo. buckingham, and Attorneys
Martin and Smith. The Court being
occupied in hearing cases and arrang-
ing the jury panel, the case went over
III tomorrow morning.
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ELECTION RETURNS.
New York Election.

NEW YoRK, November Twenty
Republicans and eleven Democrats will
comprise the delegation in Congress as
at present. The House of Assembly
will have a large Republican majority,
as the Senate elected last year already
The World admits the election OF
Fenton by 4 600 majority, the Times by
10000, the Herald by from 5000 to {, 700,
and the Tribune by at least the MAORI
ty given in 1864. II
BUFFALO, Nov. 1.-THE entire Demo-
cratic ticket was elected here yester-
NKw YoRK, November Zone OF
the mostag astonishing results OF
the election in this city Is the choice OF
Charles g. Halpine alias Miles O'Reilly,
register, by over 19, 900 majority.
: ALBANY, Nov. 1.-The Republican
Uniongeneral committees are firing 100
guns in honor of their victories in this
county, and the reelection of Governor
Fenton.
The POSTS 4th edition, from a care
full collection of the returns from all
parts of this State, estimates Fenton's
majority at nearly 5000.
The returns we have this p. m. con-
tfnue to indicate the election of Fenton
by 10000 majority. The Tribune's
reckoning this p. m. is 1922.
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NeWtYofIE maraeF.i

NEW YORK, Nov. Z.
Cotton dull and scarcely SO firm at
3Sl4aS9c for middling uplands. Flour
dnll; common grades -10a20c lower;,
81 25a12 90 for sound common extra.
Sl2 GOALS 90 for extra round hoop Ohio
and $l3 1Oa14 IS for trade brands, the
market closing heavy for common
grades. Whisky in moderate demand:
bond, at 40. Wheat dull and la2c low
er; 81 S9a2 4S for No. 2 Chicago aud Mil
YANKEE; Barley in fair request for ex-
port ana home use, but without decided
change In price; 81 O6a1 10 for Canada
West in bond, 81 25 for do free, 81 pa
Id Tor roWed state and 81 30 for BaV
Quinte. Receipts of corn 1851 BUSH:
market Irregular and unsettled; spring
3a4c higher, closing with an advance on
last sales7 81 2Sa1 80 for spring mixed
western afoat and In store, closing at
81 2Sal % and 81 3OaI 80 for western Vel
low. Oats opened 1a2c better, but
closed with The advance partly lost al,
1la14c Tor Chicago and Milwaukee,.
WOOL DUH and heavy at 45a45c for do.
nestle fleece, S9c for spring pulled, Aba
40 ZOE extra pulled, 25a33c for Texas,
and 90 bales Mesteza at 81 10 currency.
Coal quiet at about previous prices.
Leather-Hemlock sold at 33a34c, Bue-
nos Ayres Hight weight 34a351fc middle
DO 5laSSz9c, heavy do 32a33c, California
light weights 34a35c, middle do 35a37c.
rice uulL Coffee dull. Sugar quiet;
Cuba 101za11c. Molasses quiet. Fetro.
leQm easier at 221<a23c for crude and
70 zaS6c for refined in bond; also 500
6bls refined for December at buyers OBJ
ton at 361Sa37c. Pork dull and heavy
at $2S O0a28 % regular, and, cash for
new mess, closing at S38125 cash and
70 25a3 IS for prime. Beef quiet at
81 ~ 5OaIS 80 for new plain mess and
ylo UOa23 90 for new extra mess. Beef
0AFuA lAAvV at SsRT aA1 Al
and heavy. Cntlmeats unchanged at I4a
l4Hctor shoulders and I6alsc! Tor haIi1s.
Dressed hogs quiet at 11Na1lX for
western. Lard quiet but firm; for prime
I4alo<c. Butter steady at 25a33c for
Ohio and 35a44c for State.
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AIIehiEan Election.

elects the entire Republican CongFes-
sional delegation. Beanan' Is mai. in the
1st district is A, sol; Rep. gain on the
vote of 1854 of 24O; ID district, Upson's
maj. is 6,s5O, gain of $50; Sd district,
Blain's maj. is 1921, gain of COZ; 4th
district, SO far as heard from Ferry has
2, l04 mai; 9th district, Trowbridge has
give Dreggs 1000 maj. The Republi-
cans gain largely throughout the State.
In Wayne county, which includes De-
troit, they elect Sheriff, Prosecuting At
torney. and Recorder; gain two State
Senators and three Representatives
The Common Council stands 10 Repub-
licahs, 8 Democrats and Workinginan:
Rep. gain of members.
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By THE GABLE.
AdviCes to the 9TH Of November
speelal o a. 11atsmpsnoer.

9pSesuS 70 ne 1tWethgGllcefs
QuEENsTowN, Nov. 7-Noon.-The
steamship City of Washington, from
New York touched here to-day ON her
way to Liverpool.
LONDON, Nov. 7.-Great Britain has
Withdrawn her legation from saxony,
thereby recognizing the Incorporation
OF saxony with the Kingdom of Prus-
sia.
1t is said that preparations are quiet
y in progress in ireland to meet pos
sible rising.
ST. PRrERsBuRo, Nov. 5.-The Gar
Of Russia has formerly recognized the
Hospodar.
VIENNA, Nov.7.-It is reported that
the Emperor of Austria has resolved to
appoint Hungarian Ministry.
LONDON, Nov. Tit is stated that the
instruction in Gambia is ended,
LIVERPOOL, Nov. Moon. The
market for cotton is not SO firm, and
prices here declined I'D; the sales to-
day are but 10000 bales middling up
lands at 15d. The tallow market is
firm. Petroleum heavy.
LONDON, Observation-Disclosures, for
money, opens at se9I; Illinois Central,
q; Erie, 81; q. 8. 6-2O's, es1{; consols, for
money, s91zs. t
CoNsTANTINoPLE, Nov. IAN insur-
rection has commenced in Gambia and
it is officially stated that three fights
had occurred at Gileade, in which the
insurgents lost 112 killed. All the
sphakeat chiefs, 80 in number, had sub
mitted. A Keef Pasha will be Governor
of the Island. Afurther concession fol-
the Christians from the Sultan is ex-
pected. G.
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Government securities were quiet and
steady this afternoon at our quotations
registered 'Sl, ll4X9ll4sS; coupons ISL.
ll4Iz91l4sI; BIOS registered as. i07SiG6
lO1lSi do; coupons '02, llOx@liOss; do.
coupons '64, lOl5s@lOl5<; do. coupons
10, l0I74glO7%; lO..IOs registered, iOO9S
CglOO2s; 1910 coupons, 1OOI1(91OOSS;A n-
gust 4.SOs, 101A9lOS1s;SsJ une 1905, IO8I q;
July do, ll8%(gl169s; August do, ll55S
!lO1t; october do, 1l45S115I6; December
uo., 1lS]5C9l141S; May do, 112L(0II2I5;
August do, 11OA@111; September do,
llOM91lO15; October do, IO971@llO. In
the coal shares there has been active
business In Cumberland at 7O97l. and
In Wtlkesbarre at 72H@74; the upward
movements in Wilkesbarre and the in
creased demand for the stock, is due to
the very general report that the comp0-
ny has concluded positive arrange
ment with the Erie road, which gives
" facilities for transportation equal to
the most favored companies. There
was pressure to sea stock at last open
at the board and general decline took
place, after call there was firmer ieeIs
ing and rally from the lowest point.
AT the O'Clock open board the follow
ing were the principal sales: Cumber-
land coal, 701S; quicksilver, 90; Western
Union telegraph, 6lN; Mariposa pre-
ierred, 30; New York Central, 1l0; Erie,
"; do. preferred, SO; Michigan Southern.
VA Illinois Central, PAX; Pittsburgh
9922l1G; Toledo, 1191f; Rock Island, no:
GorthWesterns 677S; ddO. preferred, 40;
Fort Wayne, 100; Milwaukee and st.
Paul preferred, 81
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Is. Fire..

oswEeo. N. Y, Nov. 1.-THE North
western Elevator, which was built on
the west side of the river In 1865, by
Irwin d Sloan, and the largest in the
@ oHSS Pggsh sSFs %Ss SdSPfS 9f bT
last night There was stored in &c $780,
QUO bushels of grain, on which there is
an insurance. OF $220, 900. The elevator
was valued at $3.50, 600, and insured for
$50, 900. The loss falls principally upon
eastern companies. The fire was first
discovered In the cupalo, and Is sup
posed to have tRken,fire rom n spark
of a passing propeller. This FIRE will
not interfere with the handling of grain
at this port, as the storage capacity at
present is about two million bushels.