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Kinds county
E.W. CABANISs, SIN SHELTON.
u. w. NOFFITT, w. KIRBY,
Adams County-JESSE ANDREWS,
f. GEO. DE lap,
DR.. j. :. KING.
Amite county-HERBERT f PoINDEPTER.
Carroll county-GEO Mon AMAR,
/. r. HEGGIE,
w l. curry.
Copiah county,. NJ. AFFORD.
]. B CATCHlNGS.
Chickasaw county-WM. j. LACEY,
j. w. WHITMORE.
Choctaw county-N CAMPBELL, ta
- EREID.
Davis county-THOS. HOUGH.
Hancock county-D b SEAL.
Holmes county-JAS H JOHNSON, &
EDGAR GWlN,
WILLIAM WEST.
Jasper county-DUNCAN A LITTLE.
Jefferson County-P X WHITNEY,
G II WRIGHT.
Lafayette county-W ii GRAHAM, ~
G u FEE.
Lauderdale county ass
JOSEPH MARLBOROUGH,
DR.. J. N. RHODES
Lawrence county, r. COPE.
Lee county-W. w. GATHER. '
AoWhuSs county ID n olfSa -. N Eli4cON,
CHARLES f SHERROD,
w n PERKINS,
SAMES A STEVENS,
w Fl PERKINS.
Madison county-WM. MCBRIDE,
w 5 ELKINS,
III T ADAMS.
Marshall county--W LTREADWELL,
AFM ORE,
M c PEGUES.
Newton county-THOS. Kt 18th.
Oktibbeha county-b A FORT,
1dses A LIDE.
Pamela county-MARK C. BRADY.
Pike county--S + PACKWOOD.
Rankin County r9 Haf4
HIRAM JONES, r eat 4 +. III. REBER.
Scott county--JAMES. N benson.
Tishomingo county-PLEASANT BEARDEN
a-.A 8sec THOS. A BLAIR.
Warren county s
CHAS b ALLEN, JNO. A MERRITT,
l. X REID, VIM. NJ. WILLIAMS
Yalobusha county--M X MISTER,
THOS. GARNER.
Yazoo County--ED. DREN MING. sta
ELTSH PEPPER,
THO>. HOLL, MAN.
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HENRY C. JONES,
GEO. b. BYNEs, Chief Clerk,
STATE OF MARYLAND
BALTIMORE CITY, TO-WIT:

On the 10th day of January, 1868, personally
appeared bef1re The subscriber, justice of
the Peace. in and for the said City: JOHN W.
RANDoLPH, President, and HENRY c. JONES
Secretary of the United States Fire and Ma
rine Insurance Comp ny Of Baltimore; and
made oath that the foreg DING Statement OF the
assets is just and true, to the best of their
knowledge and belief.
And l hereby certify that have personally
examined sail Bonds, Ger tificates OF Stock,
Notes and Cash. aud the Office Building, and
/ am satisfied that the said Bonds, Cash and
other property, are bona fde the property Of
the SAID Insurance Company; and that the
valuation stated. is correct said assets
amounting Two Hundred and Seventy Nine
Thousand, Four Hundred and Thirty-Nlne
Dollars, and Seyenty-Two Cents
a7 THOS. B. GRIFFIN, j. L.
B. G. HUMPHREYS n CO.,
June9d30 AGENTS, JACKSON, MISS.
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There was grand Democratic rally
and torch light procession at Brook
haven, Monday night. Maj Minis was
the orator of the occasion. We un-
derstand that his analysis of the Mon.
grel Constitution, was complete and
thorough, and that his speech was an
entire success Great enthusiasm was
displayed. h -o
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what I have seen and 49,
nome, believe that they have n' since | left
ny ABOUT $4,000 Both at CnI tScaic ulsted
hsrs as a1 other places,I have met mus and
has NOV registered, but will do 40 "ien who
n, aoera fa Is one of the most nj.
Streets apa residence The sides peasant "a
Citizens bay Sa' ths with shade trees aud Se
as well as tbs conviencies cf 4bo country
every yard, the natural growth is st G;n,y; Ii
standing the signs of decay ara p' ~ thick.
10 ten that years have passed since eglning
1ne houses were bnilt. They bavo some Of
companies here One of their eng;n Two fire
a aaasrS our Nc in appearance, Tbi wiz
CINE of mo. q" The latter Is S cen 'he en.
tirely of negroes. % 'onlposed en-.
We go to Okolona Tomorrow fro
place You may expect to hear from nm ~. which
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Eight District composed of the counties Of
Kinds, Rankin and Simpson
THOS. J. CATCHINGS, of Rankin.
DAVID SHELTON, of Kinds.
First District, (Hancock, Harrison, jackson,
Marion Green and PerTy,)
RODERIIK SEAL.
I'd District, (Amite and Wilkinson,)
THOMAS P STREET
5th District, Jefferson and Franklin,)
+. r. JONES.
4th District, ddans,)
PAUL A BOrIO.
9Th Distriot-( Claiborne and Copiah.)
JAS. Ii. MAURY.
18th District, Warren and Issaqueua,)
ID MCCALEB, for Warren county.
9th District Davis, Jasper, Clarke and Wayne)
S. Il. STREET.
10th District, (Ldaderdale and Kemper,)
w w SHEARER.
18th District, (Madison)
SINGLETON GARRETT.
18th District, (Ya9oo,)
JOSEPH HALL.
18th District Holiness .
DIR. w III WILLIAMS
18th District, (Lowndes and Oktibbeha,)
KENNETH A JONES, for Oktibbeha.
FRED BEALL. of Lowndes.
2lst District, (Yaloba8ha and Calhoun
w p WILSON. of Yalobusha.
18Th District, (ChOctaW and Winst0n,)
THOS. w CASTLES.
20th District Carrou)
w l. HEMINGWAY.
22d Disrict-( Monroe and ChickasaU.)
Monroe county--DR. ID. B. HILL.
Goth District, (MarshaH)
HENRI Nj PAINE.
Goth District, (Tfppah and Lee.)
J. A GREEN
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IS Mr.. j. S. T. Grubbs, who was nomi-
mated by the conservatives Of Coaho-
ma, as their candidate for the Leg
Isl iture, writes a patriotic letter de-
Ginning, on the ground of his inelligi
bility.
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Delegates TO the National Demo
cratic Convention.

OFFICE DEMOCRATIC Elk. CoM'ITTEE,
jackson, june 10Th, 1868.
Z Delegates appointed to the Demo-
cratic National Convention and al
ternates, are requested TO notify the
Executive Committee, attheir earliest
convenience, whether they will attend
the Convention at its meeting on the
4th of July, so that their places may
be filled by other appointments.
i Those proposing to attend will re-
eeive instructions as to the time, place
and mode of transporting the dele
CATION. e.a 944
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NOTICE.

CAPT. HARRIS BARKsDALE will at
tend the appointments of Gov. Hum
phreys and Col. Hooker, to look after
the interests of THE CLARloN. We
commend him to the kindness of our
friends.
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DIT New ORLEANS, June 9.-The Texas
Convention asks Congress to allow
them to appoint boards registration.
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STRAYED OR STOLEN.

EROM the subscriber, on the night OF the
= 9th ult, two horses, one bro~nish ae =,
about 8 years old. between 10 and II nanu ~
high. slightly hip shot. large flaw IN one ,o =,
hi fore hoofs, and fresh eoIlar-ma'k on Sg
s Of his neck. The other is light bay, aou,rs
IL years old, Is hands high. slightly >. AVA, y,
backed" aud branded with large ~ "a "a
the left hip A suitable reward will Dc pA'"
for theirrecovery.
June2dlw3 +. w. LUSH
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+, I. COOPER,
p. BRENT.
j. M. But 'KLEY,
j. p. MAXWELL
Cont

q On motion the recommendation of Daniel
McInnis was adopted by reclamation. and
the resolution, as reported, agreed to unani
mously. fea E8sle eH
On motion of Gwin, it was resolved
that committee of three be appointed
from the members of this Convention, to
wait on Daniel McInnis, the Democratic
nominee of this Convention for the Senate,
to notify him of his nomination, aud that in
the event he declines the nomination, they
will suggest suitable candidate for Sena
tor, aud thst such selection be endorsed and
ratified by this Convention. 1s9a7
S. Gwln. j. M. Buckley and John Myers
were appointed said committee. aiIdsf s31
On motion, the proceedings of this Con-
vention was requested to be published in
the Brook raven Journal, Summit Times and
Jackson Clarion. a
on motion of j p Maxwell the Conven-
tion adjourned sine die IS sl szi s..
sH" S. A. MATTHEW'S. President
q s. GwIN Secretary. ~ - E.trs s5.tttss s
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Market Valve of Bonds, Stocks, etc.
- as above =. :. :. s289,l2W
Cash on hand and in Bank, and L.
s. Stamrs -. 1879
Bills discounted. secured by ample
Collaterals $4,000
Office Building, Furniture etc., 173
Broadway 2I,OOOM
$269, 4S9 Il
Premium in Ag'ts handsS62, 1855 43
Notes receivable, taken for
marine risks 81, 157 IA
Accrued Interest unpaid
on Stocks and Bonds 1894 90
$751; 1856 81
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DAILY CLARION.
RY POWER a BARKSDALE.
E. BARKSDALE, EDITOR.
--e JUNE 10, 1868
Democratic State Ticket.
AGAINST THIS CONSTITUTION !
FOR VERNON, zHia.
BENZ. . G. HUMPHREYS, +
81 of Sunhewer.
slid so is 9-.es 80 Il
FOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR, 9
KINLOCH FALCONER,
of Marshall. .ta1r
u EGa- 1 ea| - e
FOR SECRETARY OF STATE,
j. L. McCASKILL, "a aee
of Rankin. h1f
FOR TREASURER, uss
A. P. SLOWER,
of Madison.
FOR AUDITOR PUBLIC ACCOUNTS,
THOS. T. SWAMI,
Of Kinds.
FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL,
81 C. E. HOOKER,
of Kinds.
FOR SUPERINTENDENT PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
D. P. BESTOR,
of Lowndes. 4l
FOR CON he y o..
FIRST DISTRICT, a@1
CHAS. H. TOWNSEND,
.t. of Marshall.
SECOND DISTRICT,
T. N. MARTIN,
of Chickasaw.
-H THIRD DISTRICT,
G. p. M. TURNER,
of Attala.
FOURTH DISTRICT,
GEO. L. POTTER,
of Kinds.
FIFTH DISTRICT,
.. VIM t. MARTIN,
of Adams.
The Daily clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1866-1888, 1868-06-10

At meeting of the delegates appointed
by the counties of Pike, Lawrence aud Gov
ingtor, to nominated candidate to represent
said District in the Senate of the State of
Mississippi, held at the Masonic Hall, in the
town OF BrOokhaven on Monday, the Sth
day of June, 1868.
On motion of Hon. w. P. Bagget, S. A.
Matthews, of Pike county, was called to the
chair and 5. Gwin, Secretary, for the pur-
poe of temporary organization.
The following delegates appeared and en-
rolled their names:
Pike County-Hon H. Murray Quin, Fleet
I. Cooper, William Hopson, Col. p. Brent,
aud s. A Matthews.
Lawrence County,. NJ. Buckley, J. NJ.
Cannon, a. L. Haynes, Col. NJ. A. Oats,
John Myers, S. Gwin, w. P. Bagget, j. NJ.
Hooker, and j. P. Maxwell.
Covington County-Not represented.
On motion of F. T. Cooper, the President
and Secretary were appointed the perma-
nent officers of this Convention by acclama
ton.
Convention adjourned until o'clock, p
2 O'CLOCK, P. NJ.
The Convention met pursuant to adjourn
meut.
On motion of +. T. Cooper. committee
of two from each county represented, was
appointed to draft resolutions, and suggest
d SultdDIo cdHuludU6 IOE C6ndUOE bI.S
Senatorial District
+. I. cooper, Col. P. Brent, j. M. Buckley,
and }. P. Maxwell were appointed said COM
mittee. 14t
During the absence of the committee, DIR.
Boswell was called upon, and Interested the
Convention for short time. r
The committee returned, and through
their chairman made the following report,
aud recommended the adoption of the reso-
ion lad
The undersigned committee would respect
fully report, that among the many names
presented to their consideration, they unan-
imously recommend as the candidate for
Senator of the Bird District, Daniel w. Nc
Innis, of Covingtoa county, and would
recommend the adoption of the following
resolution:
Resolved, That the delegates to this SEN
atorial Convention pledge themselves to,
and with each other, TO use all honorable
means in their power to induce all classes
of voters to vote against the Radical Consti-
tuition, and that We spare no labor nor ex-
pense to effect tLis grand object, nor will we
allow any local or personal issues to jeop-
aIdize the success of this, our chief aim,
+. T. COOPER, & \ te t. st
P BRENT. 81 d lcos,.aost
j. M. BUt KLEY, A 'oo'.
at j. p. MAXWELL, uuse
n,v,1 1I
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L l A B IL ITIE S

Losses adjusted but not due S
Losses reported but not adjusted
estimated
Estimated amount required to re-
insure fire risks
Estimated amount required to rein
sure marine risks
Capital Stock, all paid up, 5000
shares at 500
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Premiums on Fire risks received in

1oUI 800, IL 80
Premiums on Marine risks received
in 1867 -. l56, S31 %
Losses paid dming the year I1S.463 10
Interest received on investments 9,542 AZ
Expenses for the year, paid Officers
Agents, Taxes. Printing, z OVER
tising, stationary, Postage, etc. 1904 O.
Dividend paid so per share on
80 ~ shares, the whole amount of
dividend applied to the augmen-
tatiOn of Capital Stock -. $4,000 90
Amount of Fire Risks taken in
1867 -. n,o98,818 50
Amount of Marine risks taken in
1867 S,226,l72 90
Aggregate of Fire risks now out
Standing 1891 All S
Outstanding nov 1,18i,7Oo 90
HENRY C. JONES, Secretary.
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ICOMMUNICATED.

lCUAlMUN4C alE Ed
A SCRAP OF HISTORY showing the kindness
Of heart Of the late Senator of the q. S., Jetiar
son Davis, afterwards President Of the late
Southern Confedcracy.
always speak of man as you find him,
And heed not what others may say;
There are times when kindness will guide hiHl,
When GOODNESS will turn him away"
The little incident which I desire to make
pablo with tho hope that it will convince MI
reflective or generous minds, is this, which
shows that his influence and heart had no sec
tional boundaries, and that he would serve Il
friend, n orth or South, with equal zeal and atfec
tiOI. On board fine steamer on the Potomac
river, q few months after the Mexican war clos
ed when our troops were returning to their
homes, elate with victory, and as they thought,
covered with laurels, were some OF our best
and most distinguished troops who had served
in the conflict. All were Joyous, and 'sDlrltu-
ilismn had prevailing influence. An officer Of
high rank became rather boisterous, and was
ordered by his superior to leave the table, which
he declined TO do, and before his election, in an
evil hour, or in n moment Of madness he dash
cd into his superor's face cup Of tea. or
course he was arrested and placed undcr guard,
taken to his quarters in the city Of Washington,
and confined. Charges were preferred and Il
court ordered. The court could have done but
one thing, or given but one decision, which was
the dismissal Of the officer, who WAS one Of the
most gallant ana cllClGnL III Luc SCFNlCD lie
sent for the writer of this communication, stated
the case fully and truthtully, and was informed
that the only way TO avoid dismissal, WAS to
procure political Nid-(ho was q son Of Now
York; Ho said, II do not know IL member
from my State, nor Senator" Upon qucs.
tioning him more closely, he said he had been
to West Point, and, believe, in the same class
with Senator Davis, but had not seen him since
his school boy days, Ibid not know Senator Da-
Wis, but Immediately visited the reception room
of the Senateand requested an interview, which
he gave in his usual genial manner. twas apro-
longed and agreeable ono The Senator st last
said he should be saved, if possible. He de-
parted from tho Capitol and visited the Navy
Department, when the Secretary bancroft, /
Think refused TO withdraw the charge. He
told him in these words II will serve my
FRIEND" end Immediately went to the President
who ordered that the Court should be dscharg-
cd from their duties and that the officer should
be relieved from durance and placed in his
proper command, after proper explanations.
l an Republican and Il Virginian, but such
an act Of kindness and generosity can never be
obliterated from my memory, and 1t should
show all men that he (Senator Davis WIS man
of heart as we'll as gallant soldier and great
statesmen, as he had before proved himself TO be-
Let fate do her worst there are reicts of the
past that time cannot obliterate, and when [
forget such acts of q great and good man, may
my right hand forget its cunning" and my
heart lose its generous impulses. French
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COm gPGSSa

In the Seuate, yesterday, the bill concern
ing the rights Of American citizens in foreign
States was again debated, but no vote had
upon it. By vote of forty-fve to eight the
Senate vetoed Mr.. Johnson's veto of the Flee
toral College bill. At the evening session the
bill to reduce the army was reported. me
President is authorized, as soon as the public
necessities will admit, to order the mastering
out of the enlisted men now in the service,
until the army be reduced to $4,000 men, as
follows: Cavalry, G,O00; Artillery, 4,SO0; L.
tantry, IS, 500; and until said reduction is
reached no further enlistmcnts into the army
shall be made. Section nine authorizes The
Secretary of War TO deliver to the Governor OF
each State represented in Congress, Tor the
use of the militia, not less than one thousand
Springfield rifles for each Congressional dis
trict, upon the Governor of each State show
ing to the satisfaction OF the Secretary that
such militia are loyal" Tie bill vas passed.
In the House Of Representatives Dlcssrs.
Lash, Of North Carolina aud Bowen, OF South
Carolina, were sworn in. A resolution express
ing sympathy with the Cretans in their struggle
for liberty and independence was passed. y
resolution extending the provisions OF the act
of 1867, respecting the importation Of agrlcul-
tural machinery free of duty, one year from
June 80, 1868, and providing that any machine,
~ shipped before that date and arriving sub
seauent thereto, shall be exempt from the pay
ment of duty, was adopted. BY q vote Of one
hundred and thirty-tour in its favor, to thirty.
six in opposition, the Electoral College bill va!
passed over the veto. Pending discussion Of
the bill relating to the filling OF vacancies by
the President the House adjourned.
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CANAL. CU9y W ERCE.
TUESDAY, July u.

Arrivals 80 Boats VI 4 Edwards, B Tunoa.
NJ E McMachan, Emma, Charles Embry, II
j V Norman-to Central Coal Go. Boats Jc::
Hill, Amazon, Mary Little. Lady Of the Lake.
j & 'GreenIes-to uamp y Bait Coal Company
Boats A D Brewer, d Pomroy, j W Scharcs,
Minnesota, J Fox, r Marshall, J 5 Davea-
port, G w Wallis, w j Sbrcve, j w yelling,
ton, w j Boothe, j ii PlAtte-to American
Coal Co. Boats VI Hannah, Potomac-to
Boyce & Co. Boats Molly Mack, 5 Ardingcr.
Star Of Cumberland to McQuale.
Departurcs-Bouts T Pa.on, Hbernia, L
Silver, James Hoy, G K Sistarc, NJ + Hamman,
A D Brewer d Pomroy, john Young, jos,
Hill, j " Schanck, John 5 Fox, Industry II
K McMachan, j b Turton, Emma, ) DavcN-
port L. Marshall, WI Shrcyc q w Wallis
for CumbcrlanQ
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FOREIGN News.

Lord Napier, for himself and for his officers
and men has thanked both Houses of Parla-
mentor their votes Of appreciation. II /
A gunsmith shopin Cork vas broken into
last night, and plundered by six armed men
The police have been active, bat as yet have
made no arrests. -, ...,.r,
The Emperor Of the French has gone to
Baron Won I4ederer, late Minister Resident
at Hamburg, has been appointed Minister oil
Austria to the United States. ... ...'
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It is suggested that if any Prince, Potentate
or Power has any land or territory which he
may wish to get rid of, now is the time to offer
it for sale, as the United States Governments
in the market, and Mr.. Seward is an active
bidder. He is looking round and buying all
he can reach. He regards every purchase he
makes as proof of craftsmanship. Some
people attend all auctions and buy every thing
that is offered wanted or not wanted 49,.
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COMMERCIAL.

ALEXANDRIA MARKET. July 2l.-The mar
Iet this morning was little more animated
Flour is quiet and prices nominal. For Wheat
there is some demand for good, but common is
difficult of sale; transactions limited AMI We
quote common to good at l7Oa2OO and good to
prime 210a22); sales Of red at 1875, 200 and 2I5
Corn is in better demand, with sales Of 1905
bushels mixed-5Gj from 8tore-at ] Is. Rye in
light receipt, with sales at 80. No transactions
reported in Oats
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VIRGINIA NEWS.

Two of the fair sex in the Deighborhood Of
Henrico jail daily sent Jeter Phillips sangaree
and delicacies.
Mr.. S. T.. Pullam, one of the Oldest and
most respected citizens in Richmond, died yes
:terday. 49,.
Bayne, the irrepressible, says he will not be
driven off, by carpet baggers and their
allies"
The Radical mode Of pronouncing Henrico,
at the Radical meetings, is ''Hennyracker
The Educational Association of the State of
Virginia, is to meet in Richmond to day.
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Senator Sherman's joint resolution to declare
the Unconstitutional Amendment" ratified by
the votes Of the Southern Legislatures, is not
held by its friends to require the approval of
the President. y -
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The Baltimore Sun says: The general trad.
of the past week showed some improvement
particularly in the line Of dry goods, and the
almost universal good reports Of the cotton and
grain crops, South and West, greatly encourage
The spirits Of our merchants in regard to the
fill business"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-07-21

Chinese Minister Burlingame, entertained
the representatives Of the press of the country
now in Washington, very handsomely at the
Metropolitan Hotel on Saturday night. Mr..
Burlingame is, what is called cup to snuff III
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-07-21

Gen. Wade Hampton, of S. G., is just now,
the special object of denunciation, by the ultra
Radicals. =. The Washington Chronicle thinks
he should consider it "a great mercy that he
Is allowed to live" Doubtless, he does. y.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-07-21

The Senate yesterdays, alteroon in executive
session had under consideration the Sandwich
Islaod reciprocity treaty, but did not reach a
vote upon it. The Washington Republican
regards the ratification of this treaty 'as tanta.
mount to annexation" Any other country to
be annexed? -......
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A teegraphic dispatch from Richmond says
that there was refreshing RAIN there yester-
day, and reports say that it was general in that
section of Virginia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-07-21

It's proposed to hold a meeting of the dee
gates from all the Southern States now ii
Washington this evening. -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-07-21

The new Chinese treaty is still before thu
Senate. It will be slightly amended the
amendment agreed to by the Chinese Commits
sioners- and then ratified. ~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-07-21

X NOBLE ACT The Richmond correspon-
dent Of the Petersburg Express says that on
Friday last while Mr., Il. B. Cook was conduct
ing his regular sale Of furniture, ETC., a magnl-
ficent silver coffee urn was brought in, carefully
wrapped in tissue paper. A message from
the owner disclosed the fact that she had seen
better days, but the pinchings Of poverty were
now compelling her to part with the gifts she
had long chung to. An appeal to the crowd
was made by the warm hearted auctionccr, the
urn sold for q big price, and the money and the
urn both sent back to gladden. the heart Of the
poYerty-stricken owner, and make the large
souled auctionecr and his conductors realize
the truth of that scripture which tells us that
it is more blessed to give than to receive. =
Rich. ,NeuS. g. ....
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-07-21
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FOR SALE Or NEN /

FOR SALE OK RENT.
{ have now on hand William Eeincl,a1np,:
splendid oct, with carved legs, anl all mod
ern improvements.
Two of Knabc & Co.'S oct secondhand.
one of them nearly new, ut great reduction
from first cost.
Several secondhand fine German Pianos, 20
less price 81 octavcs-every Piano warranted.
Smith celebrated ParIor and Church Organs
Having an experience G lG years IN tuning
ana repairing Pianos, Mclodeons, &c, and sr,li
continuing my practice in the highest mus.cn
circle of Was hington city, 1 can guarantee .at-
isfaction to those who shall employ me.
Persons in the country wishing to have Their
Pianos tuned and repaired. viii pie tse CORE.
pond with me. VICTOR BECKER,
Wareroom, Gl n. Washington st..
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