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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25
Da ED.

Suddenly, in this city this morning, Mrs.
PHOEBE {. SMOOT wife Of the late James
e. Smoot, esq. Is'' Her funeral will take
place tomorrow morning, 1T II o'clock, FROM
her late residence, No. 2377, King ST.
On July 25th, 1867, SUE SELMAN, infant
daughter Of Mrs. Sarah E. Smoot. Iti5- Funer.
al ut s o. H., July Goth, from tho residence Of
+. Grimes ESQ.,. No. 15 King ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

ORANGE AND ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD d.
KECToRY The directory Of the Orange and
Alexandria Railroad Company are still IN The
city. \ session Of the board was held this
morning
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

THE WEATHER. heated term continues.
The mercury in the thermometer at noon to-
day, at this office, in the shade, stood at S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25
IsE Il IT f. III = .

CLOSING OUT SToCK.--I have now determined
to close out my stock Of Linen and Summer
Clothing, at cost, in order to make room Tor Gn
extensive stock Of Fall and Winter Clothing.
jy 25-2awtf S. DEALuAM, 1GG King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25
COTTAGE SEMINARY
~ FOR YOU e LA ID | Is,
INSURANCE AGENCIES.

INCORPORATED 1852. CHARTER PEEr f:ru NJ.
ASSURANCE COMPANY
OF THE
VALLEY OF VIRGINIA,
Winchester, Va
jos. 5. Carson, Prcst. VIM. l.. Bent Sect -
J;ISi Capita! ......9l io,Vtb
Aggregate Losses paid in Is years, ending Julr
l, 1868, $500, 874.20
Losses equtably adjusted and promptly paid.
9. ". WATTLES, Agent Alexandria,
At Office Of Brent 81 Wattlcs, Attorneys at Lac"
GS!. Prince street.
This old company insurcs Buildings, Mcr-
chandise, Household Furniture and Personal
Property generally, in city, town or country,
against loss o. damage by fire, on us favorable
terms as other responsible companies. Ije!"-Gm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

BALL-That popular summers evening re-
sort. the Potomac Garden, is to be the scene
tonight OF grand ball.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

JUST RECEIVED, 81 fine assortment Of Trunks,
Falises and Cabbas, at s. DEALuAM,S, 106,
King street. jy25-9awtf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25
BY j. II. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
&:sssssssts COMMISSIONERS SALE OF

sss=esss COMMISSIONERS SALE OF
-Eys.a DWELLING on PRINCE STREET
By virtue Of the decree Of tie Circuit Court
Of Alexandria county, Va, in the suit Of ia
cobs ". Taylor, ct al, and by consent OF par
ties Interested, the subscribers, as Commission
crS Of said Court, will sell, i! public auction IN
front OF the Mayors Office, AlexandriN, Va, ~
Y M, on THU RSDAI, the IS. day OF August,
1867 the three-story BRICK DWELLING
HOUSE, No. lG4, Prince street, on the SoW!A
side, between Columbus and Alfred streets, for
mell, owned and occupied by Lawrence B.
Taylor. esq The lot has 4 front Of about Il IT,
inches. and runs back 100 feet to an alley, eH-
tending through the square.
TERMS Ten per cent of the purchase mon
cy t. be pad in cash, and the residue in three
equal instruments. ut g. - and IS months, from
sale, with Interest. the purchaser to Civ" hi
bonds for the deferred Payments and title /" h'
rrla ..I auth their payment.
W. AETHUk II TA, A. or J Comm. r..
-,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

SuIcIDE.-A young woman, between sixteen
and seventeen years Of age, named Ellen Bea-
vers, the daughter of William Beavers for
merly of this city, but now resident OF Prince
Georges county, Maryland, threw herself lnto
the Potomac yesterday evening, about half-pas
two o'clock, from the Thomas ColIyer, when
that steamer, IN her way to this city, had reach
ed a point in the river between the coal
wharves and Mr. Slater's garden. The unior-
tuuate young woman had, it is stated received
chastisemeut from her father one week ago,
had left her home in consequence, and gone to
her sisters, 10 Washington, but, having APP
parently made up her mind to return TO Prince
Georges, and to leave there with her brother
in-law, Mr. James r. Spencer, was on her
way back, accompanied by him, when she de-
hberately took her own life. She had repeat
edly said that before she would 60 home again
she would drown herself. Mr.. Spencer was
conyersing with her when the steamer was OBJ
posite Mr. Skaters garden, but leaving her Tor
a moment, to go forward, she seized the op-
portuni,y thus afforded and, leaving the sa-
loon, went Immediately out on the guards,
walked to the stern, and was last seen there by
a colored man. The friends of her family were
dragging The river for her body this morning,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

SUFFERING SOUTH.-The following Is L copy
of letter addressed TO Lewis Mckenzie, esq,
of this city, with reference to the distribution
Of the material aid furnished by the farmers OF
Loudoun and Fauduier counties, and forwarded
by that gentleman to the destitute people in
the suffering South
New YORK, July %, 1867
My DEAR SIR: I am happy to inform you
that the corn and bacon from the farmers OF
Virginia, sent by you, per schooner lapor,
reached Charleston in good condition. | have
detailed accounts Of its careful distribution in
ten districts (or counties) Of South Carolina.
[ personally know most Of the distributors !;
and certainly know that they are all of very
high character. The report adds: These pro-
visions gladdened the hearts of many" In
the name of great sufferers of all ages, and OF
various complexions, | thank you and your
generous friends in Loudoun and Fauquler, Tor
this timely aid Very truly, yours,
WM. S. PLUMER.
The following shipment has since been made
by Mr. Mckenzie, from the farmers ofLoudoun
and Fauquier by schr. Wenonah, for Charles
ton: Sc bags corn for distribution, to by VIM.
Roach, esq, of Charleston, and DR.. W. S.
Plummer, of Columbia. The freight on this
was paid by g. Y. Worthington, esq, Of this
city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25
COMMISSIONERS SALE.

BY virtue of II decree OF the Circuit Court OF
Alexandria county, we will expose for sale, n
public auction nj the Tavern House Of Mr.
Samuel Cats, West End, on SATURDAY. th':
Cameron Run, mostly white oak logs.
Terms Of sale cash.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25
NHOUNT SHARON SELECT SCHOOL
Iva FOR YOUNG LADIES'.

ORANGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA.
The 81 session Of this School will open on the
first Of September next. Parents wishing /"
send their daughters will please make imme
date application to Mrs. l.. G. TALIAFEkEO,
who has secured the services of Miss MARY
l.. BALCH to conduct the Literary, and Miss
l.. ~. FROST the Musical Department; whose
thorough and peculiar qualifications to discharge
their respective duties are sufficiently atteSted
by the high satisfaction afforded patrons in their
past experience
TERMS: Board, including washing, fuel
and lights, together with tuition in all the Eng
lish branches, Latin and Greek, per session Of
five months, in advance, $50; Modern Ian
guages, each, SIS; Music, Piano or Gutar, SO;
use Of Instrument IS. Address,
Near Rapidan Station,
jy 9-eo3w% Culpeper CO., Va.
WASHINGTON COLLEGE,
w LENIN GTON, V A.,
Cen r. E. LEE, President, aided By :: corps
OF twenty Instructors, including Professor of
Law.
The next session will oc&ia on I'd Thursday
in September, and end on the ;;rd Thursday III
June
Lexington may he reached By stage from
Staunton or Goshen on the Virginia Central
Railroad from Lynchburg by Canal, or by
stage from Bonsack's, on the Virginia 81 Tenn.
Railroad.
For further particulars apply 20 Clerk Of til"
Faculty for Catalogue.
Lexington, Va, July l-co2nr
COTTAGE SEMINARY
" FOR YOUNG LADIES,
PoTTSTOWN, pENE.
This is q fl st-class institution. tiloriing MI
facilities for the substantial and ornamental ed
ucation Of Young Ladies. 1t is located on the
PHILADELPHIA and Reading Railroad-two hours
ride from Phiadelphia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

INTEREST IN y SOAP AND CANDLE
/ FACTORY FOR SALE the undcrSign-
ed, wishing 10 withdraw from the Partnership
Of Monroe Il Thomas, carrying on the Soap
and Candle business at Thomas old stand, III
the city OF Alexandria, offers for sal" his inter
est in the lease Of the iactory and bis entire IN
ternst in the concern.
Terms made known on application.
iy 25-f L. VI. MONROE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

BOARD CAN BE HAD IN a PRIVATE
- family for Il few persons, near the Mam,ss:ts
Gap Railroad, by application to +. g., The
Plains, Fauqucr CO., Va. The location health
" and desirable Terms moderate. jy Do
fE1EAMS WANTED-Two teams, OF two
/ four horses cach wanted to do hauling III
the country. Employment for six weeks. Ap-
ply to j. &. VEkPLANCh,
iv 23-3t So, north Water st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-25

L ACE POINTS.-We have Just received an
| other large addition to our stock Of LAMA
AND SILK LACE POINTS, making our AS
sortment very complete, and at prices we feel
sure must give satisfaction. ,,,,,
ny2S WILMER j. SLA1MAkER.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15
Brass and Iron Work,
Gas F1ttinE
AND
S TEAM PIPES

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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15

is the only Physician, as a speciaf-
ist, now in Chicago that can be en-
tirely relied upon Go to him, and
not suffer that horrible disease to
remain IN your system, disfguring
your face and body, besides dss-
troYing your happiness aud futnIe
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15

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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15
Remember,

nCmUWUOIs
That his Bitters IL not Alcoholic, contains no
Rum or Whisky and cannot make Drunkards, but
the Best Tonic in the World.
From the Rev. {. D. Fendall, Assistant Editor
Christian Chronicle, Phada.1
Il nave derived decided benefit from the use OF
9o,Gand,s German Bitters, and feel it my Privil-
We To recommend them most vatnaole tonic,
y Ali who are suffering from general debility or
RON diseases arising from derangement Of the
ivsr. Yours truly, E. D. FENDaLL.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15

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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15
Rock Island. and OauaWka Junction

The undersigned have been awarded the cOR
tract for carving Daily Mail, each way ,betwee
Davenport. Iowa, and Fort Madison, Iowa, via
Rock island, Camden Mile, Pleasant Ridge, Haz-
lItt, Hamlet, Peuyton, Aledo, High Point, New
Boston, Keithsburg Oquawka, 0quawka Junction,
Warren, Hopper's MilIs, Tywapata, Dallas City,
Pontoosuc, Appanooss to Fort Madison. t
We have had manufactured tor us set of new
and elegant hacks, which are safe and comferta-
BILE /, and We have stocked the road with fFst rate
horses.
Our drivers are sober, discreet a nd careful uen,
and we will pay especial attention % the convey
ance of passengers between Aosk Island and
Oquawka Junction also to 'Ae carrying OF pack
ages and doing errands-
tend ed to with promp.less aud fidelity.
iulySd~tf. J. ID. A. Ebi.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15
ISLAND CITY HOTEL.
JOHN STAFFORD, Proprietor.
Corner Jefferson and Illinois Sta eets,
Rock Island.

THIS HOUSE is located opposite the
1 Steamboat Landing, and only one square from
the railroad depot. 1t is the largest Hotel in the
city, and it's proprietor will spare pains to
please those who favor him with call.
A good Hall, suitable for first class Concerts
Dances, Theatrical Performance, &C., SC, il con-
nscted with this house. -.-5... --..
E Baggage and passengers conveyed to and
from the house free of charge.
A good Barber's Shop, and FIRST class Saloo,
and Billiard Tables connected with the house.
a JOHN F. STAFFORD, Clerk.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15
HERaANN HOUSE
CORNER ILLINOIS & wAsHINGTo,

CORNER ILLINOIS d WASHINGTON
STREETS, ROCK ISLAND.
HAVING purchased this hotel and fitted
it up in good style, I respectfully solicit a
share of public patronage. The house 10 located
in the very centre OF bunness, the ferry land
ing and not far from the railroad depots. 49,
A few boarders can be supplied with good
rooms and board.
Val have fine large stable, good safe wagon
yard, and plenty of room for farmers teams, and
respectfully solicit the Patronage OF the farmers,
and OF all others who wish to stop at good hotel.
NB.-A good barber.s saloon connected with
the house. CHARLES Hermann,
s+s-..a- Proprietor.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15
FOR SALE,S

,s GOOD BUILDING LOTS. in Geo. l..
L q Davenport's addition to the city Of Rock
Island Price from $500 to $3.50.
~ Ten Acre Out Lots, situated on the Camds
road, half a mile from the city of Rock Island
well situated for gardening and residences.
Terms half cash and balance on time.
10 Acres known the Gushing Tract, s,tnated
on the Camden road, two miles from the city OF
Rock Island, and is beautifully situated for resig
dences ,Gardeaing, Fruitraisi ising-hasa good sprfn-
&C., and is about a half mile from the Roch
River W ater Pe~er.'' Price, per acre, $40, hall
cash and the balance on time
Also a number of lots in Davenport, Iowa clt)
and LeClaire, and Farming Lands IN Iowa apo
Nebraska Territory.
Apply to GEO. L. DAVENPohT, =
mcha7dwsf at Davenport, Iowa
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15

THE WEEKLY ARGUS
Is the Cheapest Paper in the County
THE WEEKLY ARGUS
Is she Cheapest Paper in the County.
TIE WEEKLY ARGUS
+ Is the Cheapest Paper in the County.
THE WEEKLY ARGUS
Is the Cheapest Paper in the County.
THE WEEKLY ARGUS asa .A
Is the Cheapest Paper in the CcHasE
THE WEEKLY ARGUS
~--- a Is the Cheapest Paper in tie County
THE WEEKLY ARGUS . stf -aas
sas Is the Cheapest Paper IN the County
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s Is the Gheapest Paper in the Ceunsy.
TIE WEEKLY ARGUS kis-1x< - = .-svfy
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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15

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The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15

From the Rev. D. Merrige, Pastor oil the Pass
yunk Baptist Church, Philada'J
From the many respectable recommendasions
1,vap.to Dr. Aooia aud's German BItters, was IN
5n..J IN give them trial. After using several
oottIes found the m to be good remedy fcs de-
biIitv and a most excellent tonic for the stomach.
'' ID. MERRlGE.
d.. T q usrm.u. of the German Reformed
nhureh. Kutz,own, Bsrks County, Pa, was cured
fDyspepsla of wenty years standing
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15

A. NJ. Spangler, Editor OF the Cnaf"'ss, a,. no -
Na-th sixth street elphia, this bifters
was recommended TO him by medical friend, ana
sl1 bottles cured him OF complete prostration oi
he nervous system. -s ~ -.
J. Newton Brown, D. D., editor OF the Ence-
cIopsdia of Religious knowledge and Christian
Chronicle, Phlada.; 4g# a1 81
Rev. Thomas Winter, , D., Pastor of Ro1eorough
Baptist Church; -. 9s e. sds sr1 81
Levi.G. Beck, Pastor of the Baptist Church,
2emberton, N. J., formerly of the North baPf'ss
Church, Philada., at present Pastor Of the baP-
tist Church, Chester, Pa.
hese gentlemen express, in the strongest
ms, their favorable opinion of this Bitters. 7s
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15
BUCKWHEAT WANTED.

THE subscriber 10 prepared to pay the highest
market price in cash tor good buck . heat ct his
Mills. g nzssgE ksaF LANES JOHNSTON,
Camdsn Mills, Oct. sEwM 0E7as
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1867-01-15

il the only Physician, as a Specials
~ list, now in Chicago that be en-
~ tirely relied upon. Go to him and
49, not suffer that horrible disease to
&5 remain IN your sys stem, disfguring
S& your face and body, besides dss-
~. - aEa troying your happiness aud future
prospects of life. He has made
Private Diseases and Nervous Debility his study
for the past twenty years, and is therefore the
person whom all afflicted should consult No one
since he has been this city. His reputation has
vouchers in all the city papers, his patients and
the medical profession, both here and abroad, az
being the most skilled specialist here, and thor-
ouoh master of all sexual diseases. If all others
fail don't despair give him = call. 1t is only
common occurrence with him to cure such cases
Hi. rooms are separate for ladies and gentlemen
and the most compiets In the city.
yovre MKN. TAKE PARTICULAR NoTIcEs-Dr.
Bigelow devotes much of hi. timo tho treat
ment of those caused by secret habit,
which ruins both body and mind, uniting the
unfortunate individual Tor either business
ciety The sad effect of these early habits, OF
the excess of riper ears is to weaken and debil-
tate the constitution, destroy the physical and
mental powers, diminish and enieeeie the natural
feelings, and exhaust the mental energies OF man
hood the pleasures Of life are marred, the OBJ
iect of marriage frustrated, and existence ltsei
rendered a term of un' easing misery and regret
Such persons, especially those contemplating
ma, rage, should lose time in making lmmedi-
ate ar plcation, Dr.. B., by his new treatment,
is enabled to insure a speedy and permanent
cure. -e.. So
Consultations free and confidential. Office, No
179 South Clark Street, corner OF Monroe, halt a
block from the Post Office. P. o. box l54, ChIca-
go, ILL., Office hours from A. NJ to P. VI.
Send for his s'Guide to HEALTH" published
monthly, tree of charge.
Blades send for descriptive circular
OF Pessare Remedie, the best preventive of con-
ception known. Sent to any address free OF
charge, #E SIS apl5dwly.
I:L%FARMERS,
Should Subscribe for the Argua.
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Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-11-30

THg WASHINGTON LIBRARY COMPANY, of Phila-
delphia is established in the confidence and ahec-
ions of the people. The reason is obvious TIE
design is worthy, and creditable to the patriotic
hearts who are laboring to benefit too much neg
ected class, The funds 60 into responsible hands,
and the public have no fears that they will be mis-
directed The plan adopted satisfies the scruples of
the most conscientious, and has the endorsement of
eminent legal authority 1t is by its distinctive
features entirely removed from the taint of catch
penny schemes which have 50 often been the means
of stock full equivalent for the consideration paid
besides equal and impartial participation in great
distribution of presents, worth in tho aggregate
$500 000 All its transactions open and above
board 1t has no eoncealments and the reputation
Of the managers IS such that they cannot afford to be
dishonest in this transaction Read advertisement
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-11-30

"SoME PUNKINs.'-A few days since VIC were
shown pumpkin raised on tho farm Of Mr.. Joseph
Lower, in the lower end Of this county which, for
size we think, can beat anything of the kind ever
raised in this OF any Of the adjoining counties. 1t
measured 8 feet 10 inches in circumference, and
weighed $50 pounds. 1t is of tho variety known as
the barrel pumpkin. During the present week this
mammoth vegetable on exhibition at Gerring.
er's Grocery Store, and attracted considerable at
| tention.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-11-30

1t is a great pleasure, when buying goods to have
fno assortment to select from Thacher's First
National Boot, Shoe and Trunk Store, in Peasants
bridng Market Square, presents this advantage,
and, combined with reasonable prices, makes an in
ducement to purchasers unequallcd here or else
where. Tho public are cordially invited to call and
see the large stock received at his establishment,
this week. Harry is reliable and obigng person
TO deal with
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-11-30

Tp,cuyps' DIsrRlCr IssrrTUTE.-The several
teacbcrs of the common schools of Sunbury and Nor
tbumberland met in the Norlh-East ward school
bonso in thi, place, on Saturday, the 23d ult, to
interchange views upon the mode of teaching the
several branches taught in common schools ana 10
express their different ideas upon school govern
mont, sc. 6. Y. Haupt was chosen temporary
President; J C. Welker, Secretary; Bliss Brlee'
Cor Secretary and Mr.. Gossler, Treasurer Mr,
Miller, Mr.. welker and Miss Brice were appointed
committee TO draft a constitution and bylaws and
70 rcport the same at next regular meeting which is
I, be held in same place on Saturday Dec iolh, at
I O'Clock. p. NJ The teachers of the neighborins
districts and the friends Of education arc respectfully
invited n attend
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-11-30

OFFICE REMovED.-Mr Jacob Shipman, Fire
Life and Accident Insurance Agent, has removed
his office to VIM. J, Wolyertons law office, two door:
east Of Lyon BRO. s store, Market street All
persons desiring to transact business with him. OBJ
tain information relative to insurance, will find him
at his location from to 10 A. NJ. IL to P. NJ
and TO p. NJ. Those wanting insurance will find
it to their advantage to take risks in the old ant
we'll established companies which he represents -
Mr., Shipman is an attentive and reliable agent ant
We can safely recommend him to the public
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1867-11-30

SERVANT, newly engaged, presented 10 his mas
ter one eyening, pair of boots, the leg of of
which was much longer than the other, "How
comes it, you rascal that these boots not of the
same length p II really don't know, sir but
what bothers me most is that the pair down stairs is
in the same fix" Miller, of the Excelsior Boot &
Shoe Store Market Square, sells boots and shoes of
all styles and sizes, cheap for cash.