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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

4 FALL.-A young man from Washington,
who has Leea OF visit to Piney Point, and
came up last night in tbs steamer Express,
stopped at the tavern of Mr.. Eli Petty, on
Union street, and about ten clock retired to
his room in the third story of the house, where
he took his seat in the window, and falling
asleep fell out-in his descent striking and 60
Jog through the awning over the front door,
and thus breaking his fall, and escaping severe
injury. Besides few scratches, and slight
bruise on one of his arms, he was not injured,
and this morning went on to Washington.
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Principal Washington Free Soho

SUNDAY SCHOOL ExoURsIoN.-This morn
ing the teachers and children of the Methodist
Protestant Sunday School, accompanied by a
large number of their friends, started on an
excursion to Carlin's Spring, where they will
doubtless pass most agreeable day. They
went OF the Loudoun and Hampshire Railroad.
We learn tEat Tie Messrs. Carlin have recent
" made great improvements at theiF delight
full resort, doubling the size of the pavilion,
and otherwise adding to it's many attractions.
It seems to have the run this summer, great
many excursions visiting it both from this city
and the District Of Columbia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

KILLED. young man named Jerry King
ston, resident of West End, was killed by
being run over by the cars on the Baltimore
and Ohio Railroad, near the Point of Rocks,
yesterday. He was lying on the track when
the train approached, and the engineer did not
discover him in time to prevent the locomotive
passing over and instantly killing him. His
remains we're brought here this morning, and
will be inferred this evening, the Friendship
Fire Company, Of which he was member at
tending the funeral, in body
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

IMPROVEMENTS The Hydraullon Steam
Fire Engine Company, continuing the i'm
proyements on their Engine House, have had
the entire front painted and sandcd again, in
imitation of brown stone, and the word lily
lrauhoD," painted on the cornice, fanked on
the left, by the words, INSTITUTED 1927, . and
on the right by Incorporated 1867, in hand
some scroll work Mr. a. G. Kell, the paint
er, has made beautiful job Of it, and the
house now presents very fine appearance.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

DIED.

On Thursday, the 4th instant, at the resid ence
of her daughter, Rebecca Smith, Mrs. SARAH
LINDSEY, in the 74th year of her age
On Wednesday afternoon, the 10th instant,
FRANKIE, infant son of Charles B. and Sarah
G. Shirley, aged months and days. G.S-The
funeral will take place, this afternoon, at pm.
from the residence Of his parenta.
The gentle Saviour calls
Our children TO his breast;
He folds them in his gracious arms,
Himself declares them blest.
In this city, last night E3lMA JANE, infant
daughter Of William g. and Jane Treakle, aged
eleven months.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

DISTRICT Court. The District Court for tits,
the Fourth judicial District, has commenced
it's session in fredericksburg. There are pres.
emit Judges Moncure, Meredith, Christian,
Thomas and Critcher. The case Of Patton
and wife against McV eigh and Payne, was ar
gued during the frat day 5 session, and yester-
day The Court delivered an opinion confirming
the decision of the Circuit Court Of this city.
George W. Brent and l.. E. Taylor were coun-
sci for appellants; Francis l.. Smith, and John
/. Mayre, jr,, for appeees
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

LOST OVERHEARD. "A few nights since,
while the truck boat Vanlalia, Capt. White,
was coming up to Washington, hand, name
unknown, was struck by the shifting sail,
knocked overheard and drowned. The acct
dent occurred between Alexandria and Wash
ington, aud up to last accounts the body OF the
unfortunate man had not been found.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

RoBBERY.-The store of Mr. Geo. H. liar
low, on the N. E. corner Of King and Union
streets, was entered last night by robbers, who
forced open the door on King street, and car
ried off tobacco aud groceries TO the amount OF
5000 No clue to the robbers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

HOME AGAIN.-We are pleased TO learn that
the Rev. Peter Kroes, of St. Marys Church,
has returned, after an absence of two months,
considerably improved in health, SO much so,
as to be able to oficiate last Sunday. We re-
greet to hear, however, that the physicians agree
in pronouncing his affection very dangerous
disease Of the heart, and give him no hope OF
ultimate recovery.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

FIRE. "A smoke house in tile rear OF Mrs.
Burns residence corner Of Prince aud FAIRFAX
streets, took fire about quarter before Il
o clock to day, but the flames were exlngulSh-
ed before aus material damage was sustained.
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Ultimate recovery,

G. & o. CANAL Co.--An adjourned meet
ing of the stockholders of tho Chesapeake and
Ohio Canal Company was held in Baltimore
yesterday The Mayor Of Alexandria was pres
ent. After some discussion, the meeting ad-
journed to assemble at Annapolis, on Friday
next, Tomorrow
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

BASE BALL Match A base ball match l.
gong on this afternoon between the first mines
Of the Monticello, and Young America Clubs
al the grounds near the Cata pa lot.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

AccIDENT.-Mr Geo. Beach, young man,
employed at the spoke factory of Messrs. YER
planck 4 Co., at the upper end Of Water street,
while engaged, yesterday evening, in brushing
away the shayings from about lathe had the
fore-inger and thumb of his right hand caught
and cut of.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11
EDUCATIONAL.
MOUNT SHARON SELECT SCHOOL
wi FOR YOUNG LADIES.

MOUNT SHARON SELECT SCHOOL
M FOR YOUNG LADIES.
ORANGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA.
The Sd session Of this School will open on the
first of September next Parents wishing to
send their daughters will please make im nine
date application to Mrs. L. G. TALlAFERRO.
who has secured the services of Miss MARY
L. BALCH to conduct the Literary, and Miss
L. r. FROST the Musical Department.; whose
thorough and peculiar qualifications to discharge
their respective duties are sufficiently attestcd
by the high satisfaction afforded patrons in their
past experience.
TERMS:-Board including washing, fuel
and lights, together with tuition in al the Eng
lish branches, Latin and Greek, per session Of
five months, in advance, $3.50; Modern Ian
guages, each, S15; Music, Piano or Guitar, So
use Of Instrument, So. Address,
Mrs T. Q. TALIAFERRO,
Near Rapidan Station.
ioq-.o3w3 Culpeper CO., Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

FoREsrAILINa Lewis Mcpherson and
Christian were arrested by officers Au-
binoe and Chipley, this mornng, on charge
of torestalling the market, aud taken before
the Mayor, who discharged ttem upon the
payment of the fine and costs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

THE EXCHANGE Rooms. AT 4 meeting CT
the managers of the Corr Exchange, he'd this
moroinp. the use o the rooms was rendered
tn the Virginia Land Society for their meetings.
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CT TY TIE MI g

5. DEALHAM, lO6, King street, has just
returned from New York, with the largest
stock of LINEN AND SUMNER CASHMERE
CLOTHING, ever before broughtto this market.
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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

WHITE LINEN Duck AND DRILLING SUITS
Tor gentlemen at various prices, from So to 5
ner suit, at S. DEALHAM's, 100, King street
r. 27-2aWtf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

WASHINGTON ITEMS. "A movement IS on
foot for the erection Of 4 large hotel to be
known as the Republican Hotel, to be stu
ated in prominent locality, and to be the
headquarters of Radical members OF Congress
and Of other Radicals A. Watson, S. 7.
Brown T. Son, j. H. Crane, }. Il. EVans, E.
Wheeler, Ii. NJ. Knight, and others, are en-
gagged in the enterprise.
A regular meeting Of the new railway league
was held last evening at the rooms of the Board
of Trade. John r. Elyans, president, in the
chair, made few remarks in regard to the
railway monopoly styled the Baltimore and
Ohio Railroad Company He was in favor OF
breaking down all monopolies, and Of endeavor.
ing to bring roads into the city which would
cheaper the freight and passenger rates, We,
A number of business men propose to make
application for charter to build street rail
road along Connecticut avenue, to intersect
Twentieth street at the boundary. The road
will be about one mile in length.
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nm q r Il n + W GO O d s .


We are now prepared TO offer to whoIesale
and retail purchasers, great bargains in almost
every dissertation Of DRY GOODS, CARPET
ING9, MATTINGS, OIL CLOTHS, &c, Sc.
We can only name in part
Linen and Cotton Shcetngs, Pillow Linen:
and Cot+o"s, Countorpane5, Doylic@ napkins,
Towels. T1weing Of every description; Table
Unmnsl,, Eleachcd and Brown; Wine Cloths,
Shifting Linen, COtt0ns, Bleachcd and Brown,
Of every kind; Blue d mcstics, LlcknG&,
Checks, Ginghams, and all kinds g! Gloves,
Hosiery and Notions. --,>,
\ very large assortment Of 1lOOkA1NGC1
GOODS, such rs Sd, a. and 81 superior ali
WOO! Mouslns, Florentincs, By2antines,, Tam
mert;ncs Bombazincs, Hcrnanics, TNlncse
Cloth. Challics, Canton Cloth, Alpacus, Pure
Mchairs, Silk Grenadines, BerHgos and Love
Wells also, fine line Of English Grape Wells,
from $3.50 to SO.
We have also received another large supply
of those elegant Black Gros. Grain Silks, rang
ing from $3.50 to $50 per yard.
Ne have also splendid rich lu.tre Gro. de
Rhine and 5emper ldcm Silks, in Black, Green,
Blue, Brown and other coIor5.
a fun Lac Of CAMBRICG and JACkO-
NETS botn hard and aofL finish; Nain@ooha
and Mulls, plain and barred White Orgnndje3
II and ST. wide, some 0ftiicm very line pIAin
barred and striped Swiss Mu=iin&; WhItoAnt col
ored PiqIus, OrgAndca. Lawns. PcrcuiS, IAucn
L1wns, figured and plain.
We have good assortment OF DIX and C1"th
MantclS, newest styles; also, 0hawl5 and Lac"
Points.
A very large stock Of Cloths, Ca:siu!erc5 and
Linen Goods for gents wcnr; CHssltncrcS, Cot
t0nadc1 and Linens, suitable for boys veal.
Japanese Ties for gentlemen. now Nrt le
and very tashouablc But we lm'l&t torbeac.- -
We can only add our stock Is very complete,
and at prices that cannot fail 10 please
Our New York correspondents keep US con-
stantly advised Ne TO the state OF the n2Gr c.,
and il is not our purpose to hold my good a;
prices above their market value.
We invite ali examination OF our stock.
my 9--tt WITH Elk & oi.A NJ AMI
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

JEwELRY AND SILVER PLATED WARE -
Amber Sets, Cornett Sets, Jet Cross Sets,
White Cross Sets, New Style Bog Wood
Sets, 800 New Style Buttons, Studs, Rings,
Chains, Belett's Silver Plated Spoons and
Forks for only lNE DoLLAR, at Prigg's One
Dollar Jewelry Store, No. 458, Pennsy lVania
avenue near d street, Washington je8-n
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

Gentlemen in want of CLOTHING, will fiod
the best and the cheapest at S. pEALHAM S,
I0G, King street je 27-2awtf
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~ A T. d 4 n S L i D

V ----
The subscriber has received the largest assert
mont Of Fresh and Genuine Garden Seed ever
brought to this market, which he is prepare! to
sell in quantities to suit purcha$ers: and at the
verv lowest price they can be afforded, consider
inc the quality. He has also received ~ boxes
Of SHAKERS GARDEN SEED, neatly put
ND in boxes, containing pa papers each, which
viii be sold very low for cash, OF sent out on
commission. Before purchasing call st No ~
or 220, King street ,,-,,,1- ro.oo
feb 2 IT HEHE cOVh'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

just received, 200 LINEN AND CASHMERE
Boys SUITS, at S. DEALHAMs, LOG, King
street lie 27-2aWtI
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

COMMISSIONER SALE OF TALUA-
" ABLE LAND, 90 BY virtue Of decree of
the County Court Of Fairfax county, rendered
in the cause Of Gibson y Gibson, &C. the un-
dersigned, as Commissioner therein nam ed will
sell, at public suction, on MONDAY, the 18th
day of August. 1867. Court day il front Of the
Court House 0: Fairfax county, the VALUA
BILE TRACT OF LAND in said county, Of
which George Gibson died seized, containing
one hundred and forty 1--WE acres. Said tract
lies on the Wolf Run Shoals road, between
three and four miles from Fairfax Station, on
the o. j. a. L. t., adjoining the lands of Geo.
S. Ayrc Adams, ti;trtcn, Lewis and Burke. Il
is we'll water 4 A"l heavily timhercd.
TERMS: --OMr-tAird ri tho purchase money
in cash, the residue in three equal instalmcnt$
ut 6, II and Is months, with interest, secured By
the notes Of the purchaser, and retention Of the
title till the last payment IS made:
NELSON GIBSON,
IL J-lMWts COmmlssloner OF sale.
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A SHLNGTON COLLEGE.

w LEXIN GTON, VA,
Gen. r. Z. LEE, President, aided by corps
Of twenty Instructors, including Professor OF
The next session will begin on 50 Thursday
in September, and end on the ard Thursday in
June
Lexington may be reached by. stage from
Railroad; from Lynchburg by Canal, or by
stage from Bonsaek's on the Virginia & Tenn
Railroad
For further particulars apply to Clerk Of the
Faculty for Catalogue.
Lexington, Va. July 1--eO2m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

CHEAP Woop. Il lot Ct cheap fuel wa:
sold on Tuesday at at the Government WoGd
Yard 900 cords of wood, at prices ranging
from G5 TO 50 cents per cord.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

BAIL.-The Potomac Gardens will be the
scene tonight of grand ball.
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MlI.L.INERYt
KING STREET.

$50 KING STREET. 1870
wouId inform my customers and the ladies
generally, that L have this day opened COM
pltta assortment OF
MILLINERY AND STRAW. GOODS,
which will be offered Il, greatly reduced prices
Having MI thc facilities for getting the latest
novelties in my line, shall keep constantly Nj
assortment OF BONNETS, in Grape, Illusion,
Silk md Straw and 81 various shapes, such Is
ES.pRES5, ViCTOklAS, ,,r,,
BLACK CROOKS, MARG CEEITAS,& &c,
And HATS, in Croqucts, PromcnadeS, Fleet
wings, Hcnrirtt,ts ana SuntNg;.
S!jNSHADES and INFANTS HAISi ais"
Pendants nnd ornaments.
BucIn and Crystal Trimmings, to when
would ctil c-pccinl attention.
Bridal Vols and #reaths made III short 10
tice.
Dyed. Mho' - j. -, - MIoON'
p. S-Ordcr3 promptly attended to. No
trouble to show goods. my I'll
GAVE ALL YOU CAM
~ We have q large stock Of LADIES and
MISSES HAND-SEWED LASTING GAIT
EKS, Of every style and quality. Those in
want will DO well TO call at Il, King ST.
iel;--In w. 3. WADDEI.
CrTON EBkAhhNS hair RESTORE
- Dyspepsia Bitters.
I.iniment.
'' Cough Syrup.
Rat and Roach E&termlnnloT
Pam Killer.
Z" Horse and Cattle Powders.
For aaia Wholesale and retail by
mY4 JANNET s. CO., do AlnG ST.
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LOCAL NEWS.
THURSDAY EVENING, JULY II.

Observation-Disclosures after the ex-
animation at the Washington Free School, the
BOARD of Guardians directed their President
+, nrocure suitable testimonials for presehta-
tion to Col. and Miss Shay, as token of their
annreciation of the faithful labors of those
tsachers during the year. Two handsome sill
YER coblets were accordingly selected and pre-
seated. The following is the correspondence:
Colonel and Miss Shay:
AS the representative Of the Board OF Guard
;ans permit me to return you the than KS OF it,
members fer the zeal and fidelity you have dis,
nlayed in the government and educatlonal
training of the boys Of the Washington Free
School during the past year, and to request
your acceptance of the accompanying token OF
their regard and esteem
Small as it is, it will show that your services
have not been altogether overlooked by the
community for which you labor.
The most eloquent Of men has truly said that
no;;s render greater service to the State than
those Whs train its future citizens. and the con
seriousness of having done this will, We doubt
not add hundred fold to the value Of this hit
tie token of public appreciation.
Wishing you pleasant vacation, remain,
Yours, truly,
RICHARD L. CARNE, .lR.,
President Board Guardians
ALEXANDRIA, 5u!y 4, 1867
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11
ANT NEW GOODS.

IN Alexandra.
IN LADIES DRESS GOODS,
We have all the new styles and choice brands. OF
rich figured and plain 0rgandies.
a. Jaconets and Percal7
" Embroidered Grenadines.
Crapemaretts, Mohairs, Lustrins, DeChieg-
eTs, Grenadine Brooches Ginghams, Seeded,
Striped and Plain MusIins Heavy Repped and
Plain Black Silk, Colored Silk, &c.
IN MOURNING GOODS,
we have Black Hernani, two yards wide, B!acl;
Berage, two yards W de, for shaWls and suits;
French Mouslins, AlpAcas, (all priccs,l Plain,
Figured and Striped, Black, Black and White
Lawns, Mourning Silk, New Style Black and
White, amd Black and Lead Colorcd Calico,
English Grape and Grape Wells, Biaci; Tissue
ana Berage for Wells.
IN DOMESTICS,
We are prepared to offer great bargains in
Rleaoled and Brown CottonS. Wckings, Checks,
Shirtings, Stripes, TwilI5, Heavy Goods, for
Awnings, &c., &c.
IN LINEN AND HOUSEKEEPING GOODS,
we name GA and 81 Table Dama8E, Napkins,
RUSSIA Diaper, Huckeb4ck toweIin&, FriEged
and Bordered Towels, Heavy Bath and Friction
Towels, Irish Linens.
IN MEN AND BOYS WEAR.
we have full line Of superior French Cloths
Black FreQch Doesiin Cassilneres, C"lored
Cassimeros, Twceds, Cashmerctts, Summer
Cloths, Drabdcte, kentucky Jeans, Linen
Drills and Ducks Striped ana Check Llnenand
Cotton Pant-stul3, Silk and Satin Vcatings,
with full assortment of Coat Innings and TAIL
or's Trimmings, Cravats, Necktes, Linen and
Paper Collars, Silk and Linen uandllerchicG$,
Half Hose &c., together with Our usual large
supply of Parasols, Hoop Skirts, French Cor
sets, Hosiery, Gloves, Trimmings, Braids But
tons, &c, &c., Ill Of which we are determined
10 sell nj the very lowest prices for cash, NJ
new store, No. g. corner King and Fairfax St.
NV Is ROBERT l.. WOOD.
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,iy t. Ivy

CEWING MACHINES!
= SEWING MACHINES !
WHEELER s. WILSON'S
lock- STITCH SEWING MACHINES.
CHARLES w. GREEN, Agent,
GO, King st, Alexandria, Va.
The manufacturers Of these Machines haze
Just been awarded by the Paris Exposition the
highest premium, the only Gold Medal.
There we're cighty-oR" competitors for thia
prize from America and Europe.
Parties wishing to supply themselves with
Machines, would do we'll to call and examine
the latest Gold Medal Sewing Machines, when
are pronounced the best in tho world. y
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

ALExANDkIA, July ., ISbI.
Richard l.. Carne, Jr, President Board d"ar-
dians Washington Free School,:
Dear Sir-As the representative Of the Board
Of Guardians of the Washington Free School,
YOU will please accept of the due appreciation
of myself and daughter for the favorable view
which the members of the Board have taken
Of the services rendered by US in the Institution
under their fostering care.
We receive, with pleasing sensibi'ity, the
'token Of regard and esteem'' which the Board
has manifested to US through you and tender
our thanks for the kind and pleasing terms, IN
which YOU have been pleased to communicate
tha appreciation of the Board.
We beg to reciprocate kind wishes for pleas
ant vacation. Very respectfully,
S: KING SHAY,
Principal Washington Fee School.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

0LIVE AND PALE SOAP-Just receiv-
~ ed n lot of Bancroft s. Co.'s superior Olive
and Pale Soaps, celebrated for removing Grease
Ink and all stains from clothing, for sale by.
my "a A. j. FLEMING, No. King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-07-11

OUGARS--24 bbls. and hhds. strictly. prime
= P. r., hard and soft crushed, and B. B.
D'o"'l ~ '''' A. j. FLEMING.
;o3.tf No.9, King street.
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DACON-Shoulder Bacon, Of small! size re-
u ceived and for sale low by
ia % J. G. MILBURN.
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tOTICE--All parties indebted to mo will be
~ called on during the coming week, and
those not closing their accounts on pre5eh'aIM,ph
80, North Royal street, 10y the 18th instant, who
is authorized to receive and receipt for same $50
On the 18th l shall! leave the city, and all claims
after that date will be placed III ether hands for
collection.
.lOI N II. II I'm u EkSON.
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Peruvian Guano just receive cd
U and for sale by 1
jy L M. u. In w 1N.
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BY !. II. PARROTT-AUCTIo

IT, q lHWts
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GAME TO THE SUBSCRIBER on the night
I ! of ,JulvS 4 RED and WHITE COW, with
4 Young ca f. The owner will come forward,
prove Property, pay charges and take them
away. CHAP. ~. ~ ~,
~ g-st IS, Columbus street, north.
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r OSr.-Un Friday, the 9Th instant a package
4 of CANCELLED CHI ECkS, drawn by
Mrs Ann Fitzhugh on Burke, Herbert g Co
The finder will please leave them at the Bank
mo Honse of Burke Herbert 81 Co. jY 9-3t
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1867-05-14
KIcetiss Of the Board Of Alderuss.

Meeting or the Board Of Aldermen.
The Board Of Aldermen met yesterday afternoon The
President Alderman Fisher, In the chair.
The Street Commissioner asked for the appointment
OF two additional clerks In his oceone 70 look after
the maps al salary OF 81 200 and another ~ $1,000
psr year. TO inspect the street lamps
The Committee on Repairs and supplies offered rcso-
lutions the above effect which elected short discus-
SION among the MEMBER
Alderman O'KEEfE offered an amendment, that two
clerks be appointed to inspect tho street amps-one Tor
the Eastern and the other for the Western district
Alderman CAnAw said he did not the necessity OF
appointing two men inspectors or clerks when the
Street commissioner only asked for
After some further discussion the amendment was
lost
The resolution then adopted.
The contract Tor cleaning the streets NJ the Fifth
ward was awarded 10 Thomas Schcfncin, from May !,
1867, 10 June 1, 1868, for 81 100.
The FOR cleaning the streets OF the First ward
was awarded 10 Mr.. Charles ORorke, for 81, 500
A resolution offered in favor OF placing the car
Gas Committee having reported favorable 10 the
ton.
IL was stated BY one OF the Aldermen that the cost
would be upwards oil $4,000 Another said u would oe
shame TO spend 80 much OF the peoples money with
out knowing that they were TO receive benefit by H.
The report was finally recommnted TO the Lamp
and Gas Committee.
Resolutions were offered 10 amend the contract for
removing the oal from the city 10 Mr. Frank swift ,or
the remainder OF the year 1867 at t00 he being .ne
lowest bidder. The matter referred 70 the 'o'po
ton Counsel.
No further business Of importance transacted