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Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25
A Singular Story.

The Milwaukee Sentinel vouch
es for the following remarkable
incident:
Near one of our grain ware
houses, situated On the river bank,
swarms of rats have been in the
habit of feasting on the wheat
which has been scattered around.
A few days ago a black-and-tan
terrier, getting wind of the rendez-
vous, made an attack on a couple
of rats that had ventured too far
into the open air. Selling one in
his teeth, he shook it vigorously.
The rat squealed piteously, at.
tracing to the spot a dozen or
more companions.
These, on seeing the situation
of affairs, joined in raising the
alarm. In less time than it takes
us to tell the incident, the ice
around was black with a swarm
of rats, numbering several hun
dred. The terrier after dispatch
ing the first victim charged into
the swarm with the evident de-
termination of serving the remain
der in a like manner. But for
once a terrier was doomed to meet
with fight from the poor animals
he had so long devoured at pleas
ure, and in trice Le was surroun-
ded on all sides by a swarm of
ferocious brutes, anxious to be
avenged for the death of their
companion. Then ensued the
most frightful scene imaginable.
The rats swarmed around their
adversary and fastened their claws
and teeth in his flesh. The dog
enraged by the pain, fought brave
ly, killing scores of his enemies in
his contest for life. But the odds
against him were too great, and
after a sharp conflict which lasted
for about five minutes, he was
forced to succumb. His body
was literally devoured by the rats,
they seeming to take a savage
pleasure in tearing their vanquish-
ed enemy piecemeal. Scarcely a
vestige of the animal remained
behind. The terrier died game,
however; there were half a
hundred rats left upon the field,
bleeding and mangled, and as
many more, more or less injured. |
A singular instance of the kind
illness of dumb animals to their |
fellows was noticed at the conclu-
sion of the combat. A number
of combatants had been some
what lacerated by the teeth of the |
dog. Their companions gathered |
in groups around them, licking |
the blood from their wounds, and
then tenderly carried them in |
their teeth to their nests. The |
bodies of the slain were as tender
ly cared for. One by one they |
were carried away to a hole in |
the ice near by where they were |
piled up. When all the bodies |
had been gathered together, the
survivors grouped around them, |
and one Of the number, mounting |
upon the pile of bodies, seemed |
to deliver brief funeral Grafton
over the remains of their compan-
ions. The utmost stiffness reigned |
among the company during the |
address oftheir chief. The whole |
then proceeded to tum-
bled their dead companions into
the water, where they soon sank |
from sight. In half an hour
scarcely a vestige of the conflict |
remained. The funeral service |
was the most extraordinary In
stance of the kind we have yet
observed, and as well deserving of |
the study of naturalists. The
fight as a whole would have de-
lighted sporting men and dog fam
ciers. 1t was highly interesting |
to tho four xubo oboorvad II
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

The following was found post
ed on the wall of a country post
office:
"Lost-a red kaf. Had a white
spot on one of his behind legs
He was a she kaf. ] will Civ thre
dollars to evriboddi wot vii fotch
hym hom."
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

The N. Y. tribune exclaims in
reference to the atrocious military
bill, 'Land Bor' Yes, that's it
exactly, says the Louisville Jour-
NAL What the Radicals are after
is the Southern ''Land," and they
think that the Military bill will
give 1t to them.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

A malignant fellow says that
when he is in q crowded car, and a
lady comes in, he thinks it's the
duty of some other man to get
up and give her his seat.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

A justice Of the peace in Ohio
lately solemnized the marriage of
John Fiffer and Tilda Jane So
phoney Phillomela Merida Mas
tin Anderson Smith.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

The Houston Z elegraph in illus
trating the advantages of adver-
tising, states that a gentleman
advertised the loss of a $50 note
in the Telegraph not long since,
and found it in his vest pocket
before, he reached home from that
Office.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25
Anintellicent free man of co

An intelligent free man of color,
in Mississippi, on being told thai
the military bill had passed, and
that the South would soon begov-
erened by a soldiery, remarked
eyes, d-n um, dey want o git
up anuder. wah, SO dey'll git to
steal sumthinr
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

A Pixies .Peaker, writing to a
Minnesota journal, says the mi
ners are very much discouraged
in that region-they have to dig
through a solid vein Of silver four
feet thick before they reach the
gold.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

Rats, on an average, weigh three
to eight pounds, and each pound
represents five bushels of corn.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

"None but the brave deserve
the fair. No, and none but the
6'are can live with some of them.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25


are great institutions. Mr.. Jig
gers, known in public as Signor Jig
gers, got hold of a pupil last week
who was one horse and a hitch
strap ahead of him.
what's the voice?' asked Jiggers.
'The compound extract Of wind
'What is music?'
'An atmospheric banking insti-
tuition which never redeems the
notes it issues
sWhat are wind Instruments
Great blowers
Name few of them
well, bugles, sensation preach
ers, trombones, politicians, French
horns, Gothamites, oboes, English
men, cla'o'nets and daily newspa-
pers.'
what are musical bars for?
'To make a division of measures.
At some bars three fingers are
counted as a fair measure for a
horn
Jiggers put the new pupil down
for sharp, who could B fat un-
der any circumstances.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

Ohio pays greater whisky and
oil tax than any State in the Union.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

Negro suffrage is no go in Mieh-
lgan.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

crossings, he had many a rebuff
He had out-lived those days of
hardship; he was respected now
IShould he care for a strangers
roughness or taunt? Those who
sat near him waited curiously to
see the end. E
Presently the conductor came
back. With a steady energy he
walked up to Mr.. Warburton's
side. He took his book from his
pocket, the bank-bills, the tickets
which he had collected, and laid
them into Mr.. Warburton's hand.
81 resign my place, sir" he
said.
The President looked over the
accounts for a moment, then mo-
tioning to the vacant seat at his
side said
"Sit down, sir, / would like to
talk with you."
As the young man sat down,
the President turned to him a
face in which there were no angry
feelings, and spoke to him in an
undertone: s..
"My friend, / have no revenge
full feelings to crafty in this mat
ter; but you have been very inn
prudent. Your manner, had it
been thus to stranger, would
have been very injurious to the
interests of the company. I might
tell them of this, but / will not.
By doing SO / should throw you
out of your situation, and you
might find it difficult to find an
other. But in future remember
to be polite to all you meet. You
cannot judge of a man by the
coat he wears; and even the poor
est should be treated with civility.
Take your book, sir. I shall tell
no one of what has passed! If
you change your course, nothing
that has happened shall injure
you. Your situation is still con-
tinued. Good morning, sir"
The train of cars swept on, as
many a train has done before;
but within it lesson had been
given and learned, and the pur-
port of the lesson ran thus-DoN'Tl T
JUDGE FROM APPEARANCES.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1867-04-25

--s1ii esgoa-i.5o2 3di - s''o 7os
ae Ii5f3tisgai fo GRot ~
1881 5nG luale ,3~t tdgd
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-07

DUBLIC SALE-By virtue Of decree of
the County Court Of Prince Prime WILLIAM CO.. co.,
entered on the lst day OF July 1857, IN SUI
and others are plaintiffs, and Chas. F. Larkin
and others are defendants, tho undersigned ne
Of the Court House of said county, on the I'd
DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1867, Chat being
Court day,) at public auction to the highest bid
oer, TRACT or PARCEL OF LAM, known
as the Cottage, containing 1927 acres, situated IN
the county of Prince William, about mile
from Bristoe Station, adjoining the lands OF
Howson Hooe and others, on the following
TERMS per cent cash, and the residue
on credit of one and two years, with interest
from day of sale; the purchaser to give bond,
with approved security for the deferred pay
ments, and the title to be retained as further
security for the same.
This tract of land is of good quality, and con-
tains about 30 acres of timb
GEO, w. LARKIN,
A. NICOL,
Pr William co.. au l-eots Comm rs.
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w 4 N T 8

WANTED wish to lease FARM Of from
w $50 to $50 acres, near the ! otomac river,
or near Alexandria or Washington for years
The farm to have good buildings, and IN
healthy locality. The best of references and
fair rent will be paid for one answering.
Address, JOHN TAYLOE, JR.,
Frien shipville Post Office,
aug 2-5t King George county, Va.
A COOK WANTED, at No. So, Prince St.
n white or colored. To one we'll recommend
ed q comfortable home and good wages will be
paid, by immediate application au I'll
VXTANTED.-Agentsi in every county IN the
w State to sell new article of BURNlNG
OIL, similar to Coal Oil, but Of greater ll!uml-
ting qualities, which can be produced at 20 per
cent less cost. There is little or no trouble or
expense in manufacturing. The process IS very
simple. We are offering town and county Tlgntss
at $25 to $3.50, making safe and sure investment
to parties unemployed, who may have small
capital TO investin a profitable and legitimate
business. For samples Of oil and circulars az
dress. DAVIS & KUHN, No. 65 Second street,
Baltimore, Nd, enclosing 25 cents and postage
stamp. -yy o-1a
Xx7ANTED-lOOO cords of good CHESTN ~
w OAK BARK, for which we will pay VIZ
per cord, delivered at Alexandria on the cars OF
the Orange g. Alexa or Manassas zap k:k n; OF
at the Tannery. Merchants or others wishing
to contract with us for 100 or 200 cords, can do
so by calling on US at our store, No II, King
street. We have always on hand OAK and
HEMLOCK SOLE LEATHER, UPPER
LEATHER, Of ali kinds, Harness, Bride and
Skrting Leather, which we sell at the lowest
cash prices We are paying the highest cash
prices for good BEEF HIDES, dry and l green
ap 9-eotf G. G. SMOOT u SON.
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AUCTION SALES.
RY T. 81. PARROTT-A

BY j. n. PAhhOII-AUCTIoNEE
CHESAPEAKE & OHIO CANAL BONDS
I FOR SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION. :
On THURSDAY, the Both day of May, 1867,
at IL o'clock m, in front of the Court House, in
the city Of Alexandra, Va, the undersigned
as Commissioners of the Circuit Court OF Alex
andria county, Va, under authority OF decree
said Court. in the cause of the Board of Public
Works Of Virginia, plaintiffs, vs. selden, With
ers & Co., ct al. defendants, will offer for sale,
at public auction,
A large amount Of the BONDS Or IA Il
HESAPEAKE AND OHIO CANAL co.
Terms of Sale So, 900 cash, residue on well
endorsed negotiable note at six months, bearing
interest. ia MES NEESON:
8. FERGUSON BEACH,
NH 27-eots Commissioners.
The above sale is postponed to THURSDAY,
August lst when it will take PLACE at Il o c5ocs
M, in front Of the Mayors Office, Alexandra
my 31-eots
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NALE OF VALUABLE LAND.
IL 25--2aWts

On WEDNESDAY, the 2lst day Of August
next, / will sell my FARM, situated imme
diately on the line of Albemarle and Nelson,
81 miles from Alton Depot, Va G. r. f. The
land is in good state Of improvements fencing
nearly all new; water in each field it contains
l491 acres by recent survey; about So acres
heavily timbered; in a good locality,-two
churches within mile; blacksmith shops,
wheelwright shops, saw and grist mills in three
hundred yards Of the house. 1t has on it n
smokehouse, corn house, kitchen and stable,
all new, and small house with two rooms. 1t
is one of the finest fruit and grape farms in the
country.
will also sell, at the same time and place,
al of my farming utensils, stock and crop:
TERMS :--One-thir cash remainder if de-
sired, in one and two years, with interest from
day of sale, purchaser to give bond with good
security, and title to be retained until all the
purchase money is paid.
For further information address
JAMES w. TIMBERLAk K,
Meechum's River, Albenarle county, Va.
Albemarle CO.. iy l7-wtd
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~, RHEUMATISM. latest numbers Of the
Medical and Surgical Reporter contain an ar
ticle on the 'Causes and Treatment Of Rheu-
matism,' in which it is held that this disease
is chiefly caused by either an acid or an alkall
disturbance Of the fluids Of the body, which,
after having been ascertained by the; proper
tests, at once indicate the sure, treatment
When the disturbance is caused by an excess
of acids, alkalies, like potash and soda, pro-
duce cure, and when the alkalies are in excess,
acids, like lemon juice, &c, are successfully
administered. This would seem to explain
why sometimes one class of remedies and
sometimes an entirely opposite kind is required
to cure the malady, even in the same person.
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4 LEXANDRIA -
n FEMALE SEMINARY,
NO. 81, WASHINGTON SIRE EFT.
The next session of this School will commence
on Wednesday, September 18th, and close on
the last Wednesday in Juno, 1868.
The School Buildings are eigibly located in
a central and healthy part of the city. AS the
Principal will be assisted by full corps of com
petent Instructors in the several departments
of study, he is enabled to insure q Thorough
instruction in all the branches Of Il polite and
useful education. Ample Philosophical Appa-
rstus, fine Telescope, Globes, Cabinet Of Min
erals, &C., &c, belong to this School. For IN
formation, as to terms, &c. apply to
iy 3O-eotf K KEMPER, Principal.
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MERCHANT TAIL0RS.

SS ARNOLD s. FIELD, 80
MERCHANT TAlLORS,
Have removed from No. 50 to No, 50, King
street, and resumed their old business. where
they would be pleased to receive call from
their friends, or any one in want of suit OF
good clothes. We have On hand and are r.
ceiving good line of ,....
CLOTHS, CASSIMERES, VESTl NtH5,
LINENS, &C.,
which we will make to order, very low, for the
next two months, especially.
We propose to continue our
GENTS FURNISHING DEPARTME NT
where you will always find the latest styles.
We,will furnish
w HITE S h r # 5,
as cheap as they can be had at retail in PhlIa-
deiphia Warranted to fit and wear well. Call
and see rs, at No. 3d. King st., 3 doors west Of
ROYAL. aug l-tf
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~ ENTS WHITE SHIRTS!

TENTS WHITE SHIKIS :,
(T GENTS WHITE SHIRTS !
Just received, from one Of the most success
full establishments in New York, full assort-
viii be sold remarkably low, considering quality.
Prices i Of Shirts range from $24 to $40 per doz.
Parties wishing half dozen or more Shirts can
have them ordered in accordance with meas
urement and which will be warranted to tit.
iv "a CHAS. wv. GREEN, 6S, King st..
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RY John Il, ARROTT-AUcTIoNEER
COMMISSIONERS SALE.
By virtue Of decree of the Circuit Court Of
Alexandria county, we will expose for sale, at
public. auction, at the Tavern House of Mr..
Samuel Cats West End on SATURDAY, the
August, 18th 1867. at I'm, "a lot of LII Der, in
Cameron Run, mostly white oak logs
Terms of sale cash.
G. w. WATTLES.
w. II. DULANY.
~ 95--2awts Commissioners.
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REAL ESTATE AGENCIES.

REAL ESTATE AGENCIES.
GEO. JOHNSTON, Z. j. LLOYD,
Fairfax co., Virginia. Alexandria, Virginia.
JOHNSTON s. LLOYD
REAL ESTATE AGENTS,
No. l27, KING STREET.
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
Have large amount Of
LAND FOR SALE.
in different parts of this State,
AT VERY LOW PRICES.
In few days will complete arrangements
with other agents, and will then have lands and
other real estate for sale in most Of the counties
in this State
All letters will be promptly answered, and
any information that may be desired given
Parties having real estate for sale will do well
10 place it in our hands ut once with full descrip
tons, showing proximity to railroads, naTiga-
bic streams, churches, mills, Stores &c !; Also
49,, ia{- h.tr. ont: Of 81
terms
This location gives us great advantages, rs
large numbers Of capitalists in search Of lands
must pass through this city.
Shall advertise in many of the leading papers
Of the Northern and Southern States, AMI refer
to parties to whom We are we'll known
Proposals. from agents in this, ami any of the
other States, solicited.
We will lease, or rent out, real estate, in tn
city, and in the adjoining counties; pay taxes,
col ect rents, have houses insured, repairs made,
and give close attention to all property placed
in our charge
Papers put in our possession will be perfectly
safe, as We have fre-proof vault for that pur-
pose
je l8-6mt
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ms> The above sale is postponed.until FRI
DAY, the 23d day of August, when 1t Will take
place at the hour and place above named.
}1--aOts
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20" Call Aud examine specimens. Jg3
TIUKEkA. THE INFALLlBLE
h HAIR RESTORATIVE
rms IS n q II 4 X n +.

4
THIS. IS 10 II n r D IE.
Reasons WHY THE EUREKA SHOULD
BE USED.
IL will cleanse the scalp, and thereby pr.
mote the growth Of the hair.
If the hair is dry stiff and ltieIess, it viii gi7'
it p sottness, and lively and youthful appeal
ance $500,
IF the hair is becoming thin, weak and falling
off, it will restore its strength and beauty.
if the hair is gray, or becoming So 1t vi.
restore it to its original color. without staining
scalp or hands
1t free from al impurities or poisonoai
IL no hair dye, but an intallsble ,re5t2's
tive, and will do all that Is promised, "heL
used by the directions. ..
A few applications Of this compound viii
change brash, dry and Wiry hair to the moi
beautiful silken tresses.
If the hair is falling off. or becoming graz
the use Of the Eureka will surely arrest II: d:.
cav. and cause it to assume IN short time, 81.
its former beauty. It completely eradicate'
<5curf and Dandrulf, and kills Hair-eateT;r 50
destructive to the roots Of the hair, and cures
ali diseases or humors Of the scalp.
As a hair Dire ing the Eureka IS uneQusAs1
by any other hair preparation IN the Woltl'
Price 81 per bottle; six bottles tor 9o.VI
JANNEI s. CO, Agents,
ivp2 No. l45, King stree,
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THE GAZETTE.
WEDNESDAY EVENING, AUGUST.

!. TIE Wool TRADE. The Wellsburg (West
Va. J Herald of Friday has the following para
graph in relation to the wool trade:
Large quantities of wool have been shipped
during the week by the various operators 10
town, most of which had been bought tor soIe
time at from As to SIS cents q pound. hs,teti y
the wool market appears to have mpluveu and
buyers are willing to pay slight aavance] VI, auu
not much f they dong .ns se t
favor sn 4ga h T g n wool business ss
that the nrodnction is overdone and the man
ufactur e knowing this fact, take advantage
Of It. and BY exsggerating, actually get the
article for less than it is really worth.
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no THE PUBL G.

Having engaged the services Of a first: class
FINE CAKE, PIE, BREAD AND BISCUIT
BAKER, PLAIN, POUND AND FRUIT
CAKE, OR ORNAMENTED would respect
ully solicit call from the public before pur-
chasing elsewhere: Pound, Fruit and Orna-
mented Cakes made to order.
JAMES II. SIMPSON.
ap 4.tf No. 8, South Fairfax St
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~ v - PlANOSlI
VICTOR BECKER,
40, e. North WASHINGTON SIhktI
CORNER OF QUEEN
win constantly keep fer sale and rent
PIANOS AND MELODEON5,
Enabe s. Cos. Unsurpassed Pianos,
V0ses Celebrated
Secondhand PianOs-yory low.
Reed Organs for Parlora and CHURCHES.
Terms to suit the times, and every instrumeA;
warranted.
Orders for me will be received 81 Iii, j
Entwisles Book Store, 10, King street also
Mr.. Robert Bell Book Store, No. IL, hihgs'
oct Soft
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CEMENT FOR FRUIT JARS.-We offer
sealing, air tight, Fruit Jars or Cans. 1t will
be found very convenient for Housekeepers in
preserving Fruits or Vegeta bles for winter use
Also full supply of JAR CORKS. of all sizes.
JANNEY u CO., Druggists.
iel3 No. l45, King street.