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Nashville union and dispatch. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1866-1868, 1867-12-11
House OF Representatives.

HOuse OF Representatives.
| WASHINGTON, December 10.-In the
vote on Saturday suspending the currency
contraction the following names of mems
bers were omitted from voting: Secretary
McCulloeh, Peters, of Philadelphia, Po-
| land, Price and Prnym.
Mr.. auckland introduced bill to amend
the amendment to the bounty act so AZ to
extend its benefit to soldiers who were dis
charged for the expiration of their term
Of service a short time prior to the actual
expiration Of their time. Referred to the
Committee on Military Affairs.
The Speaker announced the following
Committee on Reconstruction: Stevens,
of Pennsylvania, Boutwell, and Inghram,
Farnsworth and Hurburt, New York
Reaman, Paine, Brooks and Beck on the
revision laws of the United States Po-
land, Spalding, Jencks, Ferris and Wood
ward, ON Ordinance Logan, Butler and
Schenck to fill vacancies on Mines and
Mining; Knott, on Public Buildipgs,and
| Grounds; Jones, on expenditures in
public buildings; Grover, on the expendi-
lures of the War Department.
Mr.. Dodge offered resolution instruct
ing the Committee on Military Affairs to
inquire into the expedieney of establishing
a United States arsenal at Fit. David
Russell, Cheyanee, Dekotah territory
Adopted.
Mr.. Hooper introduced bill TO pro-
vide for the sealing of scales, weights and
balances used by the national banks, navy
yards and custom houses. Referred.
Mr.. Allison, as question of privilege,
presented letter from Mr.. Ordway, Scar
gesnt- alarms, referring TO certain news
paper paragraphs, particularly to one in
the New Hampshire Patriot, charging him
with having allowed large sums for liquors,
cigars, etc, was furnished to the Com
mittee of the House, denouncing such
charges as utterly false and base, and de-
nying that any liquots or cigars, or other
extravaganees, had been allowed since he
was Sergeant at Arma, and requesting an
examination of his accounts.
Mr.. Allison stated that he had no faith
in the honesty Of that officer, but thought
his request reasonable and proper, and he
therefore moved the subject be referred 10
the Committee on Accounts. Agreed to.
Mr.. briggs, from the Committee on
Public Lanis, reported joint resolution
extending for two years, time allowed to
railroad companies in Michigan and Vie
consin, so al 10 enfitle them to the land
granted under act of March 3rd, 1866, with
the priviso that the roads shall be COM
pleted before December 81, 1872.
Mr.. WaslIburn denounced the bill and
whole policy of land grants as being for
the benefit cf the railroad companies, and
in opposition TO the interests Of the people.
He moved No lay the joint resolution on
the table-yeas 35, nays Ill.
Mr.. Juliaa advocated the bill.
Mr.. Ross expressed surprise that after |
all the land granted in Michigan within |
the last four years that there was any more
public land in that State.
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THE GAZETTE.
EVENING, JUNE %.
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.

80 D.,
British Columbia is unfortunate. Her paper
has zone to protest The annual interest on
tho colonialdebt is past due, and there IS 10
money in the colonial exche1uer to pay It.
Other debts fall due this year. The expeudl-
lures Of the colony will not be less than S'oo'-
600; the receipts cannot, by any good fortune
exceed 100000. The outstanding 'lla6i'itles
are now ST 200, 900. The question is whether
Great Britain will put her hand IN IN her pocket
and pay over the deficiency.
Wells, Fargo & Co., send regularly through
three coaches every other day from Juesburs 60
Denver. distance of 1872 miles across the
Plains. These coaches have military prottec'
ton.
The papers in the upper part of New YORK Q
State note some recent successful experiments
designed to prove the practcablllty OF supsn
stuting steam for horse power on the canals. Nv
The steamship North American from Que,
bee for iLiyerpool went ashore on Sunday night
on Anticosti. The passengers were all saved
and the vessel will probably be got oft.
Grasshoprers are one of the greatest pests
with which Western farmers have to contend
Iu Kansas they have already commenced tn,
raid upon vegetation.
Seyenty-fve child murders have been le
ported in New York city during the last sla
months
The alleged new island in the Pacific Is salt
toshayeEbeen discovered years ago by Whaler
Afntal case of cholera was reported III LOUIS
vile, KY, on Tuesday night last.
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AUCTION SALES. -z~ ~ =
BY J. If. PARRoTT-AUcr1oSEER.

- ATHREE.S STORY
aEM BRICK WAREHOUSE, AT AUCTION.
On THURSDAY, the 1st day Of August, 1867,
at IL O. clock m. in front of the Mayors Office,
in the city of Alexandria, Va, the undersign,
ed, as Commissioners Of the Circuit Court of
Alexandria county, Va, under the authority Of
Il decree entered al the November term, 1866, OF
Wilson. ct al, will offer for sale, at public auc-
tion nat th re est BRICK WAREHOUSE and
LOT, No. Is, 80 feet front by 50 feet depth on
the north side Of King, between Union ana
Water streets :.
TERMS:-l0 per cent cash; tho residue IN
equal instalments, in six. twelve and eighteen
months, secured by the bonds Of the purchaser,
with approved security. Title to be withheld
until the last payment is made: ii
'''''' GEO. VIM BRENT
Law. B. TAYLOR
JOHN s. CHAPMAN,
f. l.. SMITH,
ie 2l-1aWts Commissioners.
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BYJH. T-AUcTIoNEER.

BYJ H. PARROTT-AUCTIoNEE
s..=A = VALUABLE CITY. PROPERTY
EHIH AT AUCTION.
No l. LOT OF GROUND on the corner OF
Prince and Water streets on Prince s.. st. about
81 feet inches, and running back on Water st.
about 1873 feet, with the Banking House thereon.
with stable, carriage house. sc. The house Is
supplied with gas and water, with water closet
and bath. The adjoining property on the south
has use Of tbs alley.
nor.hwest quarter of that square Of ground
which is bounded ON the north BY W'lkes st. IT,
on the east by Alfred street, ON the south By
Gibbon street, and on the west by Patrick ST.
No. 9. A SQUARES GRouND, bounded
by Fairfax, Water, Jefferson and Greene ssts.,
containing two acres, more or less, improved by
a two-story BRICK DWELLING.
TERMS One-fourth cash. remainder in
equal instalments, at !, e and months, with
interest from date Deferred payments to be
secured by deed Of trust
Sale at 10 O clock, TUESDAY, July 2, 1867,
at the auction house Of John II. Parrott
ie l9-eots GEO. W. CAMP, Trustee.
@The above is the property of tho Exchange
Bank of Virginia.
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NTILLIN cry!
MILI.IN ERY!i

$50 KING STREET. 1870
| would inform my customers and the ladies
generally, that 1 have this day opened 4 com
MILLINERY AND STRAW GOODS,
which will be offered at greatly reduced prices,
Having all the facilities for getting the latest
novelties in my line, shall Keep constantly an
assortment Of BONN ETS, in Grape. Illusion,
Silk and Straw, and of various shapes, such as
EMPRESS, VICTORIAS,
BLACK CROOKS MARGUEk1TAS,& &c,
And HATS in Croquets, Promenudes, Fleet
wings Henriettas, and Sontag:
SUNSnADES and INFANTS HATS; also
Pendants and Ornaments.
Bugle and Crysta! Trimmings, to which l
would call especial attention.
Bridal Wells and Wreaths made at short Eo-
tice. .r.sr.s .s-......s-
Gentleulen's Hats Bleached Pressed aud
Dyed. MRS. q. l.: SIMPSON.
No. $50, King, near Washington st.
P. S.-Orders promptly attended to. no
f. Oh bla to show goods nv 2-tf
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LEG Al NO T | { Z S
IN TIE CIRCUIT COURT OF FAlRFA>
i county, June 5th, 1867, ~
James Jones &c,
II chencery.
Y. z. Fow!e &c.

The Court doth adiud ge, order and decree
that one OF the Commissioners Of THIS court 90
ascertain what quantity of real estate has VeSteo
in the heirs Of Cntharinc Williams ard Ellen
NJ. Saunders, by the devise OF Maria W ard, and
the value OF said land, &c, ant W hat amount OF
personal property has been received, and by
whom, and that the eXecutoral account Of
BerNeIy Ward on the estate Of Z. Ware, dec d.,
and the administration account of Thos Dayy
on the estate of A. II. SAUNDERS dee d., be set
tied, before said Commissioner; that he publish
notice Of his action under this decree once g
week for four successive weeks. in some paper
published Ill Alexandria, Va winch notice
Shall be equivslent 10 personal! service on the
parlies interested, and that he report his action
under this decree to the next term OF this Court,
with any matter he may deom pertinent or
that any party interested may require nm to
". Z NOODING, C!erk.
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NJ ! d \ NJ +, ri 4 PEP RICO.


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you the name, likeness and chara cteristics of
the person. She reads your very thoughts, and
by her almost supernatural powers unveils the
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the stars we see i'll tho frInaTcnt-the mall tic
stars that overcome or predominant in the con-
fguration-trOrn the aspects and positions Ofthe
planets and the fixed stars in the heavens at the
time of birth, she deduces the future destiny Of
man Fail not to consult the greatest A strolo-
gist on earth. 1t costs you but tlihe, and you
may never again have SO favorable an oppnrtu-
nifty. Consultation fee, with likeness and all
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distance can consult tho Madame by mail with
equal safety and satisfaction to themselves, ~ II
in person. A full and explicit chart, written
out with all inquiries answered ard liEehes
enclosed, sent by mali on receipt Of pIrice aocve
mentioned. The strictest secrecy VIII 10 liail-
tanned, and all correspondence retufhuu ot ue-
stroyed. References of the h,gnes" Ti;ei lur
nished those desiring them WIZ rht plAlilly inc
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born enclosing u small lock OF mar. Address,
~ - N aDAME Ii. A. PERRIGO,
an lO-3m P. Q. Drawer 293, Buffalo, n. 7.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-06-29
eRocERIEsLsNp PROVISIONS

T CLINTON MILBURN,
FAMILY GROC
AND DEALER IN
FINE TEAS, WINES, L1QUORS& CIGARS,
Corner Cameron and Royal Streets,
ALEXANDRIA,, VA
Particular attention paid to the selection of
Choice Flour and Teas. my 2S--lf
JAS. F.. HENDERSON, RTcH'D W. AVERY
ENDERSON Il AVERY,
IL Successors to John r. Henderson,
AT THE OLD STAND
No. 22C King street, cornc, Of ALfed, -
Would respectfully cal the attention of their
friends and the public generally ~ tn cir large
and well selected stock OF
CHOICE FAMILY GROCERIES,,
consisting in part ~ follows: ..- ~E H..
TEAS. -.--
GunpowLer, Imperial Young Hyson, Pike
Japan, Oolong and English breakfast. .s...
..n SUGARS. .4 ..
Crushed, Granulated, Powdered, B. c., Porto
Rico, English Island, Muscovudo and Cuba.
COFFEES. IA. III
Old Government, Java, Laguyra, Marieaibo,
Rio and Fresh Toasted and Ground Co1fcoa.
FLOUR
80 bbls John Davlson's Extra; 10 bbls ditto
Family; 20 bbls Super and Fine Flour.
BACON
3 tierces Of George & Jenkins Hams and Break
fast Pieces; 3 hhds Shoulders and Sides.
LIQUORS.
II bbls Thompson and Common Whlsl1ey
Together with everything found in first
class Grocery tore which We oilcr cheap, Tor
cash. my D-lm
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IMPROVE YOUR EYESIGHT
DIR. WHITES EYE-WATER

'--"----- DIN. WHITES b 7 l. " 8IEK =
Takes at once the first rank among all optha-
mics yet known, and has proved to be the
greatest blessing to thousands OF sufferers III
Europe for over twenty years. 1t cannot be too
highly recommended to all men of business, =s-
pecialy TO bank and other officers book-keep,
ers, clerks artzans, and all such as are obliged
TO work much by artificial light, OF fire; and to
ladies much engaged in reading, or fine needle
work. 1t will not only strengthen and improve
weak eyes but speedily cure AL inflammation,
move the beginning cataract, and positively in
sure against blindness Price Is cents bottle
Mailed to any address upon receipt of one dol.
lar. For sale by JAHNEY & co,
TO- IDS, King st.
And by all Druggists Jan l4-tf
N
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+ . RIGA TING Oils.
WILLIAM II. IRWIN,
10. 5, SOUTH UNION STREET,
ALEX a NDRIA. VA.

7 n, .
AGENT FOR THE
VOLCANICO OIL AND COAL COMPANY
OF PHILADELPHIA, PA,
Is prepared to furnish railroad companies and
other with the Luhricating Oils of said com
pany These Oils are used ON all kinds Of ma
chinery such as railroad, mill, cotton factory,
&c They have been thoroughly tested and
highly approved, and will be sold al very low
rates All orders promptly attended to. Zap 5
BITTERS.-rhe Great
u Virginia Remedy for Chlls and Fevers--
and as q tonic and appetizer they have no SUI
perior. Price $l00 per bottle.
For sale, wholesale and retail. by
JANNEY s. CO.,
je15 l45, King street.
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BY j. II. PARROTT-AUcrIoH

BY j. H. PARROTT-AUcTIoNEE
0HESAPEA & OHIO CANAL BONDS
" FOR SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION.
On THURSDAY, the 2uth day of May, 1867,
at II 0 clock m in front of the Court House, in
the city of Alexandria, Va, the Undersigned
as Commissioners Of the Circuit Court of Alex
andria county, Va, under authority of decree
entered at the February Special Term, 1867, Of
said Court in the cause Of the Board OF Public
Works of Virginia, plaintiffs. W.. s3slden, With
ers Il Co., OF al, defendants, will oliar for sale
ut public auction,
A large amount of the BONDS OF THE
CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO CANAL co.
Terms OF Sale: = S5, 900 cash, residue on We'll
endorsed negotiable note at six months, bearing
interest. JAMES NELSON,
g FERGUSON BEACH,
NH 27-eots Commissioners
The above sale is postponed t" TIT RSDA
August lst, when it will take lace at II o cioc:
NJ, in front of the Mayors Office, Alexandria,
my 3l-eots
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W 4 II 7 8

WANTED-1OO0 cords of good ca ESTN y I
w OAK BARK, for which we will pay So
per cord delivered al Alexandria on the cars OF
the Orange & Alexa Or Manassas Gap r. r.. or
at the Tannery. Merchants or others wishing
to contract with us for 100 or 200 cords, can do
so by calling on lis at our store No. q, King
street. We have always on hand OAK and
HEMLOCK SOLE LEATHER, UPPER
LEATHER, Of ali kinds Harness. Bride and
Skirting Leather which we sell at the lowest
cash prices. We are paying the highest cash
prices for good BEEF HIDES, dry ana green.
ap Scott Q. Q. SMOOT Il son.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-06-29

L PA TOGll
VICTOR BECKER
no. 81, North WASHINGTON STREET,
CORNER OF QUEEE,}
viii constantly keep for sale and rent
PIANOS AID MELODEONS,
Enabe " Cos. Unsurpassed Pianos.
Vose' Celebrated
Second hand PianOs-rcTy low.
Reed Ol'gans for Parlors and Churches
Terms to- suit the times: and every instrument
warranted.
Piunos, 8lelodoons, Accordoons, &c. tuned
and repaired.
Orders for Tic will be received at Mr. d.
Entwisles Book Store no. King street; also,
Mr. Robert Belia Book Store, No 81, King 81
OCT .:ll-tf
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CtLOTHH, CA'&:;iMEKES;. &c. ..-@- -
We have Just received another addition 10
our stock Of Cloths and Cassimefe4, to which
We would call the attention Of those IN want.
nv Il WILMER 81 SLAT MAKER.
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EoMMGsaIoHEn's OFFICE,

ClECUTT COURT FAIRFAX COUNIf.J
rotice is hereby given that have fixed ny
Office, at Fairfax Court House n the place, and
the 25lh day Of July, 1867, n the time where
and when ! shall proceed to execute the decree
Of sntd CircuiL Court Of which the above Is an
office copy Given under my hand this 21th
day Of June, 1867. THOMAS MOOkE.
Commissioner IN Chancery,
;rD7-1aw4w Circuit Court Fairfax co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-06-29

~ ASK Elsa fine assortment Of Market bas
ID kets and Brooms, just received and for sale
by LOoMlS q tAChh'
les 2O}, hlng ST.
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MO MORE AGUE OR
Ih.iiNE Z II IuNIEI1 FL " + 4

MO MORE AGUE OR
~ INTERMITTENT FEY Elk:
MOOREoS RADICAL AGUE CURE,
The greatest medical discovery of the day IL
is nfallible, and is warranted to cure, radIcaily
and efectually, The most severe ana OBSTINATE
cases Of intermittent ani ohiis ana 'Gyer. 9oId
nTincinal denot. MOORE I: CO, y, CORTLAND
stront Hoo Y,rl, ie l9-3m
no TEE FOLDERS OF THE MORTGAGE
| R0ND4 or THE ORANGE AND AL.
EyANDRIA RAILROAD COMPANY
Notice is hereby given that the Company pro,
nose to fund the overdue interest coupons on
INV 1nV issue Of Der cent. bonds and to resum.
payment Of interest regularly on said mortgage
bonds on lst January, 1865. The per cent.
over due coupons ii Subsequent mortgage II Is
proposed to und on i2t November next, and
resume regular payment Of interest semi-annu-
ally thereafter. j. II. RElD, Treasurer.
lay 9-eOliyl a..
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Alcchan;cui Building lAs>o2intinn. and others.
The parties concerned III tue above named
cause bending in the Circuit Cont OF AlcXan-
aria county. and all others Interested, are mott
fed that shall close my report, in the case, on
MONDAY, the 9Th day Of July next; on or be-
fore which day they must appear before ne,
and represent their interests
". G.. NEATON, Commr,
ic IY--2nWtt Circuit TT. Alexandra 60.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-06-29

X, HHDS. MOLASSES:-
y hhls prime Muscovado Mola=ses, in
store and for sale low by
nv 20 No. g. King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-06-29

VALlIABLE POTOMAC LAND FOR
Y SALE.-By virtue Ola decree OF the Cir
cult Court Of Westmoreland county, Va, in the
suit Of Stuart, trustee, VS. klnZer and others, |,
as Commissioner, in said decree appointed, will
pfoceed to sell, on the 22d DAY OF JULY,
1867 nj the Court House. in Westmoreland
county, Va, at public auction, to the highest
bidder, that wellknown TRACT OF LAND
in the decree mentioned called
''l.ONG WOOD
This fine estate lies in the county Of West
moreland, Immediately on the Potomac, and IS
bounded on two sides by that river and Popo's
Greek. The tract contains upwards of sixteen
hundred acres Of land, q large portion of the
open land being fiat, and lying on he creek and
river The land is Of excellent quality nnd
adapted I" all the staple crops OF the country r
Navigation is ut the door, and Of easy access for
the shipment OF grain, timber, cord-wood and
other marketable eornmodities, and the waters
abound in crahe. fish e''a villa c'' - '''''''
spGgihs ere is growing upon the land stensive
body of pine. chestnut, oak and locust timber,
which, owing to the increased demand for tim :
Der and fuel, add greatly to the value Of the es-
tate. E. .: #...
The old mansion was burnt some years ago,
but there are comfortable dwelling houses assaAA
standing near the old site, in good repair. .as5l.
The prospect from this point is beautiful, com
manding a view Of the river above and below,
and looking out upon the shores Of Maryland
for many miles. ...., 90 .
"Longwood" is accessible by steamboat from
landings at Curioman and Muttox Greeks, on
the Potomac, or Leedstown, on tho Rappahan
mock river.
A further description Of this estate is deemed
unnecessary as any person wishing to purchase
will, no doubt, visit and examine the promises
The title to this estate is unquestionable. Pr--
vate offers will be received until the 10th dayof
July, and may be addressed to @. w. LEWIS
esq, at Oak Grove, Westmoreland county, Va,
or to VIM r. DOZIER, Alexandria; but il
not sold by that day, it will be sold at public
auction, at the time and place first mentioned
The terms will be liberal, AID made known
on the day Of SALE
r. A. STUART Trustee and Comm.
Near Edge Hill" King George CO., Va
King George CO, je l0.eots
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DINGS VEGETABLE AMBROSIA FOR
IA GRAY HAIR-By far the best prepara-
by JAN NE % W.,
iel-2w Druggists, l45, King street.
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IRISH POTATOES--5O bushels Irish Pota-
l toes, just received and for sale by
GWIN s. BECKHAM,
ND 60 No. 6, Union street.
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Granulated, Powdered,
y Coffee and Brown Sugars, for sale by,
is7.as s},3s@..aE a.} LOOMS s. FACER, )
q nv Is King street, corner Colu mbus.
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Onn TONS SOFT b LfUzE VIM SO H
GUU PLASTER; 800 bblss Rnckand Lime;
40 bbls prime Maine Potatoes, daily expected
per schr j. a. Smith, for sale by
tEie l3-lwF3 :HOOE & WEDDERBURN.i
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gar, Just received and for sale, ny
ie "a A. J. FLEMING, No. 9, King st.
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EiRESH GRAINS, ~
EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY
AT r. PORT n Err Is Il h w Il II Z,
80 Corner King and Fayette SIS
Price 10 cents per bushel 10 2O-lm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-06-29

Jra LEAN zAIACCAR0NL,s- Bordeau Oil,
4 French Mustard, English Pickles, Worces-
tershre Sauce, just received and for sale by
my - LOOMS IL EAGER, 204, King st.
The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1867-03-16

BOARD OF EDUCATIONAL meeting OF
the Board of Education was held on
Thursday evening.
Mr.. Bodley, from committee on Build
ing, &c, reported that the necessary
proceedings had been taken to condemn
the site selected for the Clinton School,
and that at the next term Of Court the
matter would be settled.
Bills to the amount of 1898 81 were
ordered to'be paid.
The Superintendent submitted his
monthly report, making various recon-
mendations and showing the number OF
pupils enrolled in all the schools, which
were as follows: White, POOL; colored,
6s-total 2159. Average attendance,
white, 1876; colored. 55-total 1881
Per centage Of attendance upon enrol,
ment, go. Amount paid for tuition,
s2,O6s.
On motion Of Mr.. Clohan, the COM
mittee on Building, &c, were author,
lied to finish and complete the Webster
Township school house, and all neces'
sary grading and Improvement to lots
The contract for furnishing books
stationery, ETC., for the Board of Edu-
cation, and INDECENT children attending
the Public Schools, was awarded to
Messrs. J. G.. Orr g. Co.
The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1867-03-16

2 REIuRNxp.-yice fesidant King and
the Directors Or the Baltimore aud Ohio
railroads who o few days since crossed
the Central Ohio railroad on an In
specting tour, returned to Baltimore
last night. The Central will be imme-
diately placed in perfect trim.
The inspecting party expressed them
selves highly pleased with the condi-
ton Of their road ara property in this
city and vicinity. How could they
have been otherwise impressed while
such an energetic gentleman as Capt.
3. T. Devries has charge Of their inter
estsf