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seen any one like him. BE caught hold of
my arm and threw me down. do nc: re-
member whether the gun he carried VS. o
single or double-barreled one. He wore 8
dark coat and light pants. I do not remem-
Der about the buttons on his coat, but dc
not think they we're brass. I cannot state
that he made any effort to violate my per-
son after knocking me down. was not
sensible enough TO know. Ireceived only
one blow-that was across my forehead. /
have no means Of knowing the prisoner ex-
cept from my recollection Of his features as
the man who inquired Of me about the
road. After making infamous proposals
and my refusing, he cooked his gun and
threatened to shoot me. had bruises and
marks Of violence on my person besides
the severe cut on my forehead.
Cross-e1amined by Mr.. Daniel: He made
infamous proposals and received my refusal
before threatening to shoot. After being
knocked down was conscious Of his pre-
sence until he left me. am positive in
identifying the prisoner. ..
To Mr.. Holiday: Immediately on my re-
turn home steps were taken to arrest the
pcrpetrator OF the deed. The prisoner was
not arrested, however, until few days af-
ter. | described him by his features, dress,
and size. The warrant for his arrest was
issued on complaint Of Justice Wade. The
prisoner accosted me as he got up with me.
was going from the direction in which he
came.
Justice Nettles deemed this evidence suf-
fcient to send the prisoner on for indict-
ment, although the prisoners counsel e1-
pressed their readiness to introduce other
witnesses. Bail was refused, and the ac-
cused was remandei for trial on the first
Monday in March next.
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LOCAL MATTERS.

BURGLARY on BROAD STREET. lon Sun
day night about 10 o'clock the provision
store of William q. Briggs, on Broad street
near the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad de-
pot, was broken'into by thieves, who effected
an entrance through transom, in the rear
Of the building. They carried off lot Of
butter, eggs, &c., besides coat. Detective
O'Dwyer, hearing Of the burglary, before
midnight discovered a part of the stolen
goods at the honse Of a negro named
Charles Wilkinson, whom he arrested and
lodged in the lower police station. Yester-
day morning the same energetic officer eff
fected the arrest of the alleged burglars,
who gave their names as York Williams and.
James M. Burr (both negroes) They had
a hearing before the Mayor yesterday,
when it was clearly proven that they were
the guilty parties, but that Wilkinson knew
nothing Of the burglary, and unwittingly
received the stolen goods. Burr and Will
liams were sent ON to beindicted for felony,
and Wilkinson was discharged.
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AUCTION SALES THIS DAP.

49, - ~ --- r ss o = /.
WINSTOCK & LEVIN will sell at 10 A. NJ.
their entire stock Of goods, consisting Of
boots and shoes, hats, carpetings, dry
goods, office desk, fixtures, &c.
WILLIAM r. TALL, high constable, VIII
= sell at 10 A. NJ, on Fifteenth between
Main and Franklin streets, furniture,
- looking glasses, pictures. platform scales,
5 sc. "a ="
LYME BROTHER will sell at up. M.aa
.. framed dwelling, recently fitted up, on the
fg east side of Twenty. second between Leigh
and NJ streets.
WELLINGTON GoDDIN viii sci, for B. A..
y. Hatcher, at IL A. .M-, at the stables near
to Haxalls Mills, finety-on mules, five
horses, twenty-five wagons, &c.
S. N. DAVIS viii sell at {" p. NJ three
newly. erected framed dwellings on Thir-
tieth between M and n streets. .,-s..,,..-
COOK LAUGHTON will sell at their store
at 10 A. N. elegant parlor furniture, rose
wood piano, &c. #s'.J an ~. ja r4-o-
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TO TAXPAYERS.

NOTICE TO TAX-PAYERS.-In COM
IN pltance with an ordinance Of the city of
Richmond we will attend a. the ONCE Of the City
Collector at the City Hall from A. M. 70 p. VI.
receive the remaining half OF the CITY TAXES,
ten per cent. thereon from those who
paid one-haf In June.
EDMUND WINNIE, G. @. r.,
by JULIUS A. HoBsoa, ID. G. @. 4.
N. B.-Those persons who have not paid any
portion OF their bills will please call during the
we will have no opportunity OF calling on them
before advertising their property for sale, which
will add twenty per cent. or not soldl. Those who
have not paid their personal tax by that time must
expect to have their goods levied on as soon -
get out of the office, rs are required 70 settle
entire account In February. He-
We would call particnlsr attention Of the tax
payers Of the newly incorporated territory, as tie
property fs 90 mperfectly described that Il 10 i'm.
possible that the Collector can nnd It,
EDMUND WINNIE, Collector,
de a-lm by Julius 4. HoBsoN. DC.
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SERIOUS AFFRAY BETWEEN CITIZENS OF
NEW KENT.-On Saturday night last an
altercation occurred. between, William Z.
.Clopton and Miles Tunstall, both citizens of
New. Kent county, which resulted in the
serious wounding Of the latter. The cause
of the difficulty is involved in some doubt,
but the report is that it grew out of quar-
rel q day or two previous about some
hounds. Late Saturday evening they left
Crump's cross roads together, riding ON
horseback. "A short time after, q negro
woman found Mr. Tunstal lying in the
road bleeding profusely. from wound in
the neck near the carotid artery. The
wound had been made with knife. With
the assistance of some neighbors the
wounded man was carried to 8 negro cabin
not far off, and had not been removed on
Sunday morning. Dr.. Harrison, who was
called in, pronounced his condition critical,
and forbade his holding any conye yersation
in regard to the manner in which he was
wounded. When our Informant tDr. .aTay-
lor) left New Kent arrangements were
being made for the arrest Of Mr. zClopton.
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We heard it reported last evening that fifteen
hundred persons visited LEVY BRorHzRs' store
on yesterday. We were there about noon, aud at
that time saw at least two hundred; 80 should
judge that even more than the above number
were there during the day. Now why do people go
there in such numbers? The question is easily
answered They keep the largest and best assorted
stock OF dress goods, either for wholesale RETAIL
In this city they sell at one price and that just as
low as they can possibly af,rd. 1t is by ceiling
such enormous quantities Of goods that they are
enabled to offer such Inducements. The people
know it. and go there to reap the benefit that this
old-established and popular house give their Gus
toners. We know their store is the liveliest spot
Ia this CITY, and advise old merchants to go
see what The present generation OF the LRvYs ale
doino
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death OF EDWARD HALL GILL.-On
Sunday morning last Edward Hall Gill, an
old citizen of Richmond, well known
throughout. this and other States as rail-
road man -and,a Macon, breathed his last.
His death was not at all unexpected, as he
had been lingering on the brink Of disco
luton for many weeks. Yet his numerous
relatives and friends were no less over
whelmed with grief when it was announced
that he had breathed his last. @2i AiZi
Mr.. Gill was born January 20, 1906,
in the county of Wexford, Ireland, and
came, when child, with his parents to
New York. He commenced his career ss q
civil engineer with the late. Joseph Wright
on the Erie canal, and was subsequently
employed, upon various important public
works, chiefly canals, in the States of Della
ware, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.
stance of Judge Wright, to take charge of
the surveys for the western end of the
James River and Kanawhs canal, and re-
NAMED in the service Of that company
until its further construction was suspened,
when he was appointed superintendent of
the Virginia Central railroad. He was, 8
few years afterwards, induced to accept the
same position in the Virginia and Tennes-
see Railroad Company. His health be-
coming impaired by the laborious duties of
that Office, he accepted the Office Of super
intendent of the Richmond and Petersburg
railroad; but the then President of the
Virginia and Tennessee Railroad Company
appreciated his services so highly that he
was again induced to return TO the employ
ment of that company, where he continued
until January, 1862, when he second
time became superintendent of the Rich
mond and Petersburg railroad, and re-
mained in that position until his death. 'r
Mr.. Gill was probably best known as q
member rofthe Masonic order, Of which he was
an ardent admirer, and to which he de-
voted many Of the best hours of his life.
He was initiated an entered apprentice in
a Lodge in the State Of Delaware about
forty years before his death, and at once
became an enthusiastic Mason. At the
time of his decease he was Past Grand
Master Of Richmond Randolph Lodge, No.
19, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, of
this city, and Right Eminent Grand Master
of the Grand Commandery Of Virginia
Knights Templar, having held the latter
exalted position for nearly quarter of
century. His Masonic brethren entertain
ed the highest opinion Of his honesty, cha
rity, and sense OF right and although stern
in his. demeanor, he was regarded as o
popular man.
The funeral will take place from the
Monumental church at o'clock this after
noon, and will be attended by Richmond
Commandery of Knights Templar, No. 2,
(of which he was Eminent Commander,)
Richmond Randolph Lodge, No. l9, snd
Masons generally. The Offices and shops of
the Richmond and Petersburg railroad, e1-
cept the passenger ticket Office, will be
closed as q tribute Of respect to the de-
ceased. .-........ ...... ....... ..
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A DELrvERANCE FROM THE CARPET-RAG-
GERs.-The following resolutions, passed
by the concern known as the City Repub-
lican Executive Committee, urge Governor
Wells to withhold the payment Of the sala-
ries of "the disqualified, notwithstanding
the opinion Of the Attorney General upon
the subject
Whereas, by decision of the United States
court for the district Of Virginia delivered in
the case of Cesar P. Griffin on the 9Th day OF
December, 1868, the persons acting as Judges
In Virginia disqualified by the fourteenth ar
ticle of amendment TO the Constitution Of the
United States are, without authority of law,
and in order 10 prevent further proceedings
by said persons assuming 10 act as courts, and
to avoid litigation growing out CT such Illegal
acts, Nt> - -
'Resolpe,, BY the City Republican Execu.
tive Committee, that his Excellency Governor
H. II. Wells be, and Is hereby, earnestly re-
quested 70 direct the Treasurer Of the State
to pay no more moneys as salary, or otherwise,
for assumed services of such persons as Judges,
&C., no matter by whom audited. ~.
"Resbfred, That this Committee respectfully
dissen Is from the opinion Of the Attorney
General, In which he says the Treasurer
should pay the claims Of all persons who hold
office in this State, &C., notwithstanding they
may be removed II the fourteenth article of
the Constitution of the United States be en-.
forced against them. -FE .......-r r...
"This Committee understands that the Go.
vernon and the Treasurer, al executors of the
law are sworn to support the Constitu ton of
the United States as paramount, and in the
case of disqualified men, assuming to act as
oficers,) the decision of the United States
Court declares though once installed, they
were no officers after the proclamation that
said amendment was a part of the Constitu:
tion.' T..
eve therefore earnestly urge the Treasurer
to refuse payment TO any such persons unless
specially ordered by the military authorities,
and we AJAX the attention of the State Execu-
tive Committee to the matter.
Resolved, That copy Of these resolutions
be forwarded to his Excellency Governor
Wells with the request that immediate action
be taken thereon, and g copy be forwarded to
the State Executive Committee for their ac-
81
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gEFoRE JUSTICE NETrLEs.


? The Glen Allen Outrage.-The negro
Charles Harris, who is charged with at
tempting to violate the person of Miss Mary
6. shepperson, Of Henrico county, was
brought before Justice Nettles at the coun-
ty courthouse yesterday. R. 7. Raniel,
'Jr., appeared for the commonwealth, and
Messrs. Holiday, Upshur, Atkinson, and
Thomas, for the accused.
Miss Shepperson was the only witness
examined, and good deal Of her evidence
was, of course, unit for publication. She
recognized the prisoner as the man who
made an assault upon her on the 22d of
last month. She was on her way to church
when she met him. When she refused to
accede to his Infamous proposal he threat
ened to shoot her. He then threw her
down, struch her over the head with gun,
bringing her senseless to the ground. She
was positive that Harris was the man.
Cross-examined by Mr.. Holiday: he
struck me before attempting any liberties
with my person. Had q gun in his hands
when first saw him, and threw me down
before striking me. I did not know him,
and had never seen him before. He over
took me on my way to church, and inquired
about the road. noticed him particularly,
and am positive that the prisoner is the man.
He did not leave Immediately after striking
me. was about quarter Of mile from
home at the time. cannot say how long
I remained insensible. This was the only
occasion upon which had ever seen the
prisoner. I am perfectly certain that the
prisoner Is the man; his features are the
same.
Cross-examined by Mr.. Atkinson: am
certain that the day upon which this oc.
CURED was the 22d Of last month. The
prisoner had no whiskers, and ! hsd never
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MAYORS COURT-MAroR CHAHoos

MAYORS COURT-MAToR CHAHoos.
RorSe-stealing. - The case Of William
Ogg, charged with having in his possession
horse supposed to have been stolen, was
continued until Wednesday.
Larceny of Dry Goods. -Adolphus Free
man, Betty Harrison, Matte Brown, and
Robert Edmonds (all colored), were brought
up on the charge of stealing lot Of shawls,
dresses, &c., from some person unknown.
The case was continued until tomorrow.
In the mean time the articles supposed to
have been stolen can be seen at the lower
police station.
Female Pickpocket.- Lucy Robinson (ne-
gress), charged with picking the pocket of
Georgeanna James and stealing SO, was sent
on for indictment.
Suspicious Character. James Taylor
NEGRO boy), charged with being suspicious
character and trespassing on the premises
Of Thomas Omohundro, was turned over to
his father for whipping.
Stealing Coat.-Dabney Miller (negrol,
stealing a coat belonging to John Miller,
was sent on for indictment. s..
Stealing BGcon.-Robert Farrar IA sus-
picious chsracter), charged with stealing
two hams from J. j. Wilson, was discharged,
there being no evidence to sustain the
charge.
Sent to the Chain Gang Noah Coleman
(negro), for stealing pig-iron belonging to
Bossieux & Brothers, was sent to the chain
gang for twenty days.
Sunday Ganabling.-Robert Spriggs (ue-
gro), charged with allowing gaming in his
house, and selling liquor on Sunday, had
his case continued until Wednesday.
Interfering aoith the PoHce.-Jesse Wash
ington, for interfering with Policeman
Christian in the discharge Of his duty, was
fined two dollars and fifty cents.
Larceny Of Wearing apparel. el.-Caroline
Meekins (colored) charged with stealing a
lot of wearing apparel from Peter Ruhl,
was required to give security for her good
behavior.
The ReiSs Forgery Case was get for
o hearing, but as the witnesses for the
Commonwealth did not appear it was con-
tinued until tomorrow. Colonel Coppens
and William Mitchell were fined fve dol
lars for their failure to attend at the ap-
pointed time.
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LIST OF UNAVAILABLE LETTERS REMAIN

LIST OF UNAAILABLE LETTERS REMAIN
ING IN THE RICHMOND PosToFF1cE DECEM.
BER %, 1868.-Miss Kate A. Perry, Geo.
W. Warren, D. 0. Davis, Charles G. 8.
Thompson, Richmond, Va; Mrs. Miller,
Mr.. Gale, Washington, D. c.; Mrs. Bar
bara Miller, Rochester, N. z. Amy Thomp-
son (colored), Keswick, Depot; Lieutenant
F. E. Towns, Charlottesville, Va; Rev. W.
Wallace Duncan, Norfolk, Va; DR.. C. Jas.
Terrell, Hanover county, Va; Joseph M.
Jones, Wytheville, Va; Charles Cabler,
Portsmouth, Va. Miss Emily L. Anderson,
Caroline county, Va; Mrs. Mamie M.
Wren, Fluvanna county, Va; Estee &
Smith, New York; Beverly j. Gregory,
Tennessee. ...
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ROBBERY ON FIFTEENTH ET.-The
front door of the store Of Mr.. ]. j Wilson,
commission merchant, on Fifteenth between
Main and Cary streets, was broken open at
an early hour on Saturday night last, and
half barrel Of hams were carried Oft.
On the Nv Wednesday preceding, while Mrs
Wilson and some other parties were trans
acting business in his office, quantity Of
hams was stolen from the front part Of the
store. Merchants who take position in
the rear of their stores, like good tacticians,
should have an eye to the front. "o7a a:ir
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1868-12-22

RARE CHANcE-SPRCTE PAYMENT RE-
sUHED-GoLD AND CAKE FOR EVERYBODY -
The advent OF the holiday teason has crowded the
streets Of Richmond with persons seeking to sup
ply themselves with Christmas goods. All kind,
OF business men are more or less patronized ; but
we are confident that the great place OF attraction
for tine rest of the week will be TRIBBETT's Con-
FEcTIoNERY, next door to the Dispatch Office. In
spirit OF enterprise unsurpassed In this latitude.
TRlBBETT has devised scheme wbich h will make hi,
store popular resort for all-ths ladies particu-
larly-and at the same time bring himself good
revenue, for the liberal are always rewarded. BIS
plan Is to make fre hundred pounds OF the best
pound and fruit in which he proposes to dis
tribute five valuable prizes-yiz.,
Gold Ring twarranted) worth ten dollars;
A Five dollar eold Piece;
Two-dollar and Half God Piece;
One.dolar Gold Piece and g,.sgs. asa#
silver Dollar. .a..ag-.r....f.. f..
Lucky Is he that gets either OF these prizes, and
the mere announcement Is enough to cause a rush
Tor the cake. Go at once and buy cake, and
stand chance OF getting prize or W. w. TRIB-
BETT, Main street. next door to the Dispatch.
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ROBBERY MEAL "BAcoN's QUARTER
BRANcH.-On Saturday morning last Ru-
dolph Heister, who lives near ,Bacon's Quar-
ter Branch, was robbed Of two suits Of
clothes, a lot of bed clothing, apair of boots,
q Colts revolver, and an Enfield rife. Con-
stable Dickman obtained search warrant
from Justice Tyler, but the stolen property
has not yet been recovered.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1868-12-22

HALL TH1EvEs.-On Saturday night some
thief entered the hail of the residence of
Captain Sheppard, auctioneer Of the To-
bacco Exchange, and stole therefrom two
hats, one cane (Which as an old family
relic the Captain prizes highly, tWo um-
-brellas, and five pairs Of gloves. aii'
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1868-12-22

BARN-BURNING IN HENRIco.--On Satur-
day night Peter Lawson'B barn, on the
Brook road, was entirely destroyed by FIRE,
and with it large quantity Of hay. The
courthouse of Jacob Keck, containing about
q hundred barrels of corn, was also burned
to the ground. The fire was undoubtedly
the work of an incendiary.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1868-12-22

CHARGED WITH BURGLARY.-A negro
named Washington was arrested yesterday
ON . warrant Issued By Justice Wade,
charging him with breaking into the store
of Mrs. Bron, on the Brook road, last
Saturday night. He will have hearing
on Thursday next. sDTisf ~ l.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1868-12-22

ROBBERY ON THE New MARKET ROAD
The premises of DR.. William F. Farrar, J.
P, in Henrico county, were, invaded Sun
day night by negro, who after vain
search for plunder had to content himself
with lot of tame pigeons, which were
roostipg in an upper story of the kitchen.
A cudgel, or a large walking-stick, was
found in the yard by the cook. She recog-
nized it as belonging to q negro whom she
had seen about the place.
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