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The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03
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The Lcvant Herald states that difficulty
has arisen between the Porte and the Ameri-
can Legation on matter of some interest to
our consular readers Some time ago the
American C,nsul--a Mr. Luigi Palma de Ces-
noa--at I.arnaca. Cypress, took into his SER
vice as cavas a Mussulmau native named Mus
tapha. Shortly after the mudir of the town
claimed the man as drawn conscript seeking
to evade military service, and on the Consul
refusing to give him mp ordered a party of
zaptehs to enter the house Of the American
CONSULAR dragoulan--a certain Costand Bebess
and carry Of the man. Thereupon the Con-
sui addressed a formal mplaint to the Gov
ernor Of the island, demanding the punish
ment of the mudr, aud an ample apology for
the alleged outrage on his own consular dig
nifty. On inquiry into the facts, however, the
Pacha considered the mudir to be in the right,
and therefore refused the consular demand.
Mr. Palma de Cesnola accordingly Suspended
relations, and referred the matter to the Hon.
Z. JOY Morris, the American Minister in the
capital. The latter gentleman, accepting bis
subordlnate's version of the facts has adj
dressed an energetic and categorical nots to
the Porte. demanding:
l. The dismissal of the rnudir .s-t.
z. A personal apology from the Pacha TO
the Consul at the house of tho latter, with
simultaneous salute of 81 guns to the Ameri-
can flag. ..s..
8. That done, the dismissal of the Pacha
himself and
4. The liberation and payment of SUBJ
stsntial compensation to the eavas Mustapha.
Ia the event of the Porte's unwilIingness to
concede these four points, Mr.. Morris has, it
is said, requested Admiral Goldsboro', COM
handing the American squadron in the
Mediterranean, to send one of his iron-cads
to Larnaca ,~.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

SHOT AT ON THE Public ROAD y esterday
evening, three young men were on their way
from Providence, Norfolk county, they were
met by a party of three or fout negroes, one
of whom rushed against one Of the young
men, nearly upsetting HIM He turned and
remarked to the negro upon his rudeness,
when one of them drew pistol and threatened
to fire. Several other gentlemen were APP
preaching at the time Of the occurrence, when
the negroes walked off. one of them, however,
discharging shot, but without effect. They
were pursued for soma distance, but finally
took to the woods aud made their escape.
It is to be hoped that they may be hereafter
recognized by the police.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

BAwDY HoUsEs.--We notice that the City
Council Of Norfolk, has recently passed all
ordinance suppressing houses of ill-fame, and
'other houses Of questionable character. =
The example is good one for our City
Fathers to follow and as they ara now en-
gagged in revising the city ordinances, we
would suggest to them the very great pro-
pristy in their taking some action on these
nuisances, which are to be found in every
quarter of the town. By Kidding the city Of
these pestilential places. many promising
youth would be saved from irretrevable ruin
[Lynchburg News,
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

HIRING SERvANTs.-We again caution
our readers against hiring servants who may
apply to them, unless they bring a recon-
msndation from their former employer. Free
qnent instances are occurring in this commu-
nifty, in which servants engage homes just for
The purpose of accommodating the premises for
the purpose of stealing, which they practice
very extensively sometimes. This can easily
be- prevented by persons not hiring appli-
'ants unless they can bring letters Of coed
character from their last home, and from
those known in the community.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

The YELLOW WASH Buildings III the
Navy Yard are to have coatings Of yellow
wash, The receiving ship New Hampshire,
and avessel lying at the wharf, have already
received this color--and when the buildings
are painted the entire establishment will pre-
sent that uniformity Of appearance which is
attractive in the eyes of military and naval
men, and is, perhaps an evidence of that ap
probation Of order which is characteristic Of
these professions. As measure Of economy
also, the light color is preferable, because it is
less powerful absorbent of heat, and better
preservative Of timber.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

PRESIDENT DAyIs.-A recent visitor to
Fortress Monroe. states through the Enquirer,
that Nh, Davis inquired eagerly after many
personal friends to whom he sent kindly mes
sages, His health had improved, but he was
still feeble. He spoke Of the disagreeabe
manacling affair, but did not attach blame to
General Miles, who had simply obeyed orders
Orders had been frequently forwarded to the
Fort to shackle him, but the officers had
either evaded or postponed their execution
In reference to DR.. Cravens book, words had
been uttered az coming from the mouth of
Mr.. Davis which had never issued from him.
lt's added that the Doctors timidity pre-
vented him from writing truthful account
Of many conversations.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

ONCE FOR ALL.--Controversie are net to
our taste, even when conducted with the most
graceful amenities Of polernic warfare; but
when they are upon Insignificant topics, and
disfgured by bad taste, we retire from them
in disgust We have shown, however, that
on proper occasions we know how to inset
continued illusions to the local management
of this paper; and having given this evidence
in conclusive manner, we turn from so paltry
task to our more legitimate duties, which if
not philosophical" are at least more sgrea-
BILE to ourselves and our readers.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

DeowNED William Jakeman, lad was
drowned yesterday evening, in Commerce
street dock 1t seems that he was with two
other boys in boat, which they were in the
act of pushing of Young Jakeman and
Stone were thrown overheard by losing their
balance Stone chung to the boat. and was
saved, but the poor little boy Willie sank to
the bottom, Mr., N Chestnut and w. E.
hinchman, of the United" promptly en-
deavored to save him by plunging in. but
they were too late to save bis life. After
diving Mr.. Chestnut came up with the lifeess
body Of young Jakeman, who was taken to
the home Of his mother the widow OF the
late Chas. Jakeman. We are told that this
Commerce street dock is in very filthy con-
dition-that the little boy was tangled in
among sunken poles, and that when Mr.. Ches-
nut came up-with ths body, he was covered
with the filth Of the dock.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

NUISANCE ON BANK STaEET.-We have
on several occasions testified to the ntolera-
bic scents which have assailed our nostrils on
this street; and we have been specially called
upon by those most interested in the abate-
ment Of these nuisances to request the au-
thorities to take cognizance of these ofenses
against the city ordinances aud the public
health A brief inquiry will detect the
source, or sources from which offensive mat
ter is elected into the public highway, and
we trust this inquiry will! at once be set on
foot
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

DEEP CaEEK.-There is considerable sick
ness prevailing in this village and vicinity in
Norfolk county. The cases are of bilious
character AS the Canal is now dry at the
village, the water having been let off for the
purpose of removing the bar at the North
West Lock, and for other repairs it is thought
the sickness will be increased by the pouring
down Of the rays Of the SUI upon the vegeta-
bic matter, exposed to their influence. To-
day the rays are intense, with little or no
breeze stirring, sultry and enervating
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

TuAHKs.-One Of the attaches Of the Day
Book office, returns thanks to Mr. w. H.
Henderson, the gcntlemaply superintendent
Of Maunns's Good Idea Saloon fer pitcher
of water donated last evening 1t was brought
from Baltimore, and although
+" Tia little thing to give cup Of water,'
the favor was more highly appreciated FROM
the fact that on account Of the sparsity of
rain during the summer. the cisterns are
nearly all dry, and water tit to drink is very
hard to get. Billy is clever lad and it is
good idea of Bucks to "haye him in the
house /"
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

Prospective EMIanATIoN OF FREEpaEN
We learn by passengers from Hampton, by
the Jenny Lind, that General Armstrong has
recently made speech to the Freedmen, in
forming them that on the lst of January they
must leave the lands they now occupy and
emigrate to Florida, Some forty families, we
hear, have enrolled their names. This is the
only mode by which they can escape great
suffering from want during the coming
winter
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

FLUTTERiNa.-There is said to be consid-
cradle auttering in the..Gosport Navy Yard
among the Southern Radicals--the party
which refused some time ago to indorse Presi-
dent johnson, when Radicalisn was 80 ram
pant and apparently powerful. The letter of
Secretary Welles,it is said, stating why Wood,
the master boat-builder in the Philadelphia
yard, was removed, looks rather threatening,
like the little cloud in the horix9n about the
size of mans hand
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

IKE FIRE IN THE DIsMAL.-The fire in the
T.! Dismal Swamp is not yet thoroughly out
Inc smell of cypress smoke was very percep-
aols in Portsmouth this morning. TIE main
sSauseway or road made of sappIngs which
leads into the swamp, has been undermined
ny the fire, which has burnt for several feet
through the swamp beneath it, Much vail
liable property has been destroyed, and the
undermining OF the main swamp road will
subject the lumber getters to considerable in
convenience. until the necessary repairs are
completed 2s
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

The GosPoRT NAVY YARD.-Since the
sale of large quantities of old scrap iron, BOZ
lers. condemned lumber, and trash generally,
the appearance as we'll as the sanitary con-
dition Of the yard are said to have much inn
proved Commander Rogers is said to be uu-
firing in his efforts and vigilance, to which are
due ths improved appearance and condition Of
this important Naval depot.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

The SUNKEN VESSELS The old sunken
hulks aud other useless vessels which are at
the upper or southern end of the Yard, pre-
sent an unseemly appearance. The view is
literally "a wr-ck of matter" Messrs Maltby
& Brown are still busily engaged on the
sunken craft. which they will ultimately
bring upon the surface BY their submarine
and other appliances.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

The WEATHER. Although this is the Sd
day of the fall season, the weather is excess
sively hot, much more SO than on many days
during the month Of August. We shall yet
experience many warm days, some in Octo-
Der, perhaps like that of which Daniel Web
ster spoke when addressing the people from
the river front of the Capitol, in Rich mond,
he alluded to that October sun"
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

AUCTION SALE.-W. R. Roberts, Auction
s s' Will sell on tomorrow at the Tobacco
y. mmafenouse. on approved paper at 90 days.
1o cargo OF the Lady Antrim, consisting of
NO puneheons, rs hogsheads, and 30 barrels
O'clock.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03
MARINE INTELLIGENCE,
PoAr or NORFOLK AND PoRrsaourH. Sep. 8.

Poar OF NORFOLK AND PORTSMOUTH, Sep. 8.
ARRIVALS.
Steamer Niagara, Couch, New York, wa
Steamer Hatteras, Parrish, New ork,
Str Thos. Kelso, Russell, Baltimore
Str Eolus, McCarriek, Yorktown
Str Favorite, Rogers, Hampton.
Str Georgeanna, Hill, Richmond. f.
DEPARTURES.
Str Hatteras, Parrish, Richmond.
Str. Niagara, Couch, Richmond
Str. Thos keso. Russell, Baltm
Str Eolus, McCarrick, Yorktown.
Str Favorite, Rogers, Hampton.
Str John Sylvester, Post. Richmond.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03
LARGE TaaouaH FREIsHrs The n

LARGE TAaoUaH FREIsHTs The Norfolk
aud Petersburg Railroad is doing very large
through freight business at piesent Great
quantities of goods are arriving from the
North for merchants in the South, iu addition
to shipments by our own Norfolk merchants
We are glad to see this, for we believe it will
eventually open the eyes of capitalists to the
Importance OF Norfolk az q commercial CEN
ire and point of distribution.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

The STEAMER GEORGE LEAsY.-We un-
derstand that this steamer has been released
from the duress in which she has been held
for some days, To-day she has hoisted her
colors AID we are informed, was getting up
steam, preparatory, perhaps to her depa-
ture. g z nav --- -
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

The REVIVAL AT PROVIDENCE We learn
that the revival which has been going on for
the past week at Providence church in Nor
folk county, has resulted in the conversion of
forty odd persons to the doctrines of chris
tianity. The Rev. W. B. Wellons has con-
Quoted the religious exercises here, and worked
with untiring zeal 10 behalf of the good
cause.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

OVERHEARD "A horse attached to cart,
the property of A A, Mccullough, Esq,
backed overheard on Saturday evening, in
Roanoke dock The animal would have been
drowned had it not been for the prompt ac-
ton of q gentleman present, who jumped into
boat and cut the fastenings. The horse
was then released and swan to the foot Of
Church stree. where he was led ashore
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

RAiS.-While we are writing, one o'clock
P. NJ, the heavens are overcast and the
clouds are dropping fairness" in the form Of
light showers. Rain is much needed in this
section. The lands are parched and the cis-
terms in the cities are pretty nearly dry, The
showers are accompanied with lightning and
thunder, cooling the heat which during the
morning has been excessively oppressive
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

BROKE DowN.-The only matter of ex-
element on the other side Of tho river seemed
to be truck which was loaded with wood
and broke down near the market house this
morning-gathering crowd Of toys to wit
ness the catastrophe.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

MAYORS ceuRT, Norfols--His Honor, JOIN R.
4, LUDLOW, presiding:-
Jno. N. Cavilcan, fighting; fined $50 and bound
over for 500 to keep the peace.
John E. Ferby, lighting; discharged.
VIM. Barton, lighting; fined S.. 1855
James McAmesly, drunk discharged
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

Hon STREET, PORTSMOUTH The work
in which the hands have been engaged on
the railroad track, was move in the right
direction A considerable quantity Of dirt
and grass was carted out OF the city, and the
appearance Of things much improved
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

RELIeIoUs,-The Holy Eucharist was ad-
ministered at Trinity church yesterday, and
appropriate remarks by the Rector. The
Rev. Mr.. McKim ofSciated morning and eve
ming at St. Johns. And services az usual in
all the churches in the cities. t-.l
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

Now Is THE ACCEPTED TINE. The at
tention ofthe advertising public is attracted to
the fact that the daily and weekly circulation of
this paper is rapidly increasing-ths first by
scores and the last by hundreds while
we shall endesvor to be like an omnibus, al
ways ready to hold one more advertis er, still
there is reason to fear a Jam
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

IuE Iron AND FURNITURE SToRE-HoUsEs
The contract for the iron and furniture
stores at the Navy Yard. has been recently
awarded to Mr.. Temeyer, who we UNDER
stand, has vigorously commenced work on
the buildings, with view to their early COM
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

VIOLATION OF THE PEAcE. Two freed
men, near the Drawbridge. engaged in
fight Several blows were given and received,
when the combatants separated before the ar
rival Of the police.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03
RARE CHANCE FOR INVEST
~ MENT IN CITY LOTS

RARE CHANCE FOX IN ESI'-
"A MENT IN CITY LOTS!
THE BEST HOTEL SITE LN-THE c FY
ELEVEN VALUABLEB BUILDING LOTS FOR
SALE.
Owing TO thu great and increasing demand for
stores, Offices, and Dwelling Houses,
In the central part Of tbs city, the owner has
been induced to offer for sale
THAT VALUABLE UNIMPROVED PIECE OF:
PROPERTY AT THE CORNER OF MAIN
AND NEBRASKA STREETS,
On which ths old City Hall and Jail ieI uezly
stood. .. ,,... 40. y.
This property stands next to the centre of busi-
uess in the city, and is so located as of necessity
Il must immediately be brought into requisition
or business purposes, in view of the rapidly i'm
proving condition of the city, and consequent ex-
tension of st res for the accommodation of trade.
The location of this property Is
Midway between the Market House and
the Depot OF the Norfolk and
Petersburg Railroad;
Which wilt be in operation now in fe~ months
EQUALLY CLOSE TO MOST or THE
STEAMBOAT LANDINGS
And the entire site presents an
UNSURPASSED LOCATION For A NEW
HOTEL,
Which the increasing business of the city already
calls loudly Tor. a dOtel Quit On thtS Snlire
property could be arranged to have
TWO FINE STORES ON MAIN STREET
AND TRE HOTEL ENTRANCE,
Resides Eight or Ten stores On Ne
braska street,
All Of which could be rented at once, So great
the demand for business locations.
If not sold entire, the property will es divided
of into eleven Building Lots of rs fest front each,
and sold on terms to suit purchasers. The Lots
fronting IN Main street viii extend back 100 feet,
and those on Nebraska street extend back from
rs to so or 80, feet.
The owner deems It unnecessary TO say anything
here in regard to the rapidly increasing value OF
this property Every ono fsEiiar to the urgent
demand which already exists for Stores, offices,
and Dwellings must at once ace it's Instability.
Apply at tOA1 sooA ofF1CE'
dec2S-tf s-s.s-
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

HOME MANuFAcTuRxs.-We have repeat
eddy urged the establishment of factories in
our midst, which besides yielding handsome
profit would give employment to many fe,
males and children who are in need Of work,
and tnd it difficult to earn a subsistence.
Further South. in Georgia, there are in pro-
cess OF erection, as we learn from our ex-
changes seventy mills for the manufacture of
cotton and wooden goods and calicoes.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

THE JEAN SASDs--This tug, used as der
rick-boat by the authorities at the Navy
Yard. will soon be supplied with new der
rick much more substantial than the present
one, and which will render ths ting much
more efficient for the purpose for which she
is EN- ploved
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

APPOINTMENT OF CoNsUL,-Chas. scwaft2-
kept, Esq, has received the appointment of
Consul, for the port of Norfolk. fer the United
Kingdoms of Sweden and Norway, Duncan
Robertson, Esq, having resigned
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

FIaHTs. Several fights or quarrels occur
red in Portsmouth of political and personal
character. the particulars Of which our re-
porter did not ascertain, and which would not
be of much interest to the public
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

RuN 0vER.-A negro child was run over
by negro man driving wagon, at the cor
ner of Court and King streets, Portsmouth
The child received some internal injury but
no bones were broken. The accident han.
pened Saturday afternoon.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

SMALL Pox.-It is reported that there are
several cases of small pox in Portsmouth
We reported the prevalence of this disease
some time ago, and had been under the i'm
preston that It had disappeared.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

FIRE ~ THE WOODS The woods of Mr.
Hunter. in Princess Anne County, took FIRE,
and 800 cords of wood vera destroyed. We
understand tbs fire has been extinguished
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

The THOMAS KELso This steamer did not
reach her wharf, in Portsmouth, yesterday
morning, until after ten o'clock She was
detained considerable time in discharging
cargo at Old Point She brought heavy
freight aud large number of passengers,
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

Observation-Disclosures are engaged in re-
pairing the branch railroad leading from Wide
Water street to the wharf of the old line Bay
steamers.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

The FERRY-The steamer Portsmouth has
taken the place of the Norfolk, on the route
across the river, the latter steamer having
been withdrawn, for the purpose of having
repairs done to her boiler.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

A PRoTnAorED MEETING AT BEREA We
learn that protracted meeting CONF
menced at Berea Church, near Hargroyess, in
Nansemond County, yesterday (Sunds y y
Brother Welions conducted the religious SER
vices on the occasion
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

THE NEW DERRICK A derrick is to be
placed upon the wharf at the Gospcrt Navy
Yard, which, when in position, viii be capa-
BILE of raising weight of forty tons
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

ROBBERY AT HAMPTON The jewelry store
Of Mr.. Cavalier, at Hampton, was entered
and robbed on Thursday night, of the entire
stock of jewelry and watches. No clue has
yet been had to the uarauders
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03
Facts from "RepOrt of
~ % nd nf II fo pPRSO

Day Books city circulation over Vir-
ginian's city circulation Il
Day Books combined country circula-
ton over Virginian's daily ooun-
try circulation. STA
Day Books combined circulation over
Virginan' S combined circulation. 1856
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The VIRGINIA
OY sTER LAW.
Copies for sale Mt the Day Book once.
ARRIVALS
ARRIVALS.

ATLANTIC HOTEL.-A. G.. NEWTON, Prop'r.
FalpAY, September 3, 1866.
Robert Feed, Virginia; J. W. Floyd, Louisa
c. ii J. c. Rodgers, Va; T. II. Marrow, Jas.
c. Lanser, D. G. Marrow, Hampton; Richard II.
Riddick, Chuckstuck; ]. d. Bennett, Peters
burg; Ihos. V. Gregory; s. c.. ". F. Falls,
Str Eolus; w. A. Swsnk, Virginia; Thomas
Nary Maryland; A: McCathune, J. q. Powell,
j. E. Jackson, W. F. Sorsy, J. N. Nichols, Thos.
Wyche, j. NJ. West, Samuel White, NJ. N. John.
son, Virginia; T. J. Flint, Macon, Ca; o. NJ.
Sadler, Charlottesville, W. Hinton, Bait.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

MAJORS CoURT.-Portsmouth- September Sd,
His Honor Mayor White, presiding,
Several cases before his Honor this morning
for drunkenness; one fined $40, others discharged.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-09-03

THANKs.-W We are indebted to the accom-
modating agent Of the Southern Express for
late papers.
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NEW ADVERTISE NJ ENTS.
WHARF FOR RENT.

- W tlAA2sA Wv RVA-"N
THE WHARF AT THE EAST END
| of Woodside's Lane; also the large Lot on
Broad Water street and oodsids's lane, Rdjoin-
ing the United Engine House, which can be used
In conjunction with the wharf for gar bage pur-
poses Possession given on the 18th inst. In
quire at No. 26 Commerce street