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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05
VIRGINIA NEWS.

The Norfolk Virginian says: CDR. Jam es
McAlpine, who owns farm upon the Eastern
Branch, has raised, this season, / 800 quarts
of strawberries, already picked and shipped to
New York, and expects to gather. at least,
1000 quarts more. These berries will average
him for the season 40 cents per quart IN the
N Y. market. They were raised upon quar-
ter of an acre of land, and the nett proceeds,
1920, will be acknowledged by all to be one Of
the most remuneratlvc returns from any land
in this neighborhood.' y
The Petersburg Express says "a delega-
ton from New York, representing the church
so long under the rcctorship of the Rev. DR..
Hawks, reached this city on Sunday morning,
and on Monday rendered call to the Rev j.
A. D. Wingfeld, of St. PauPs The salary at
first offered was $4,000, although we under
stand that In subsequent interview it was III
creased to $4,000. Mr.. Wingfelds decision
has not TRANSFERRED
A colored man, who was looking about the
premises of colored woman, in Henrico coun-
ty, few days ago, where he suspected some
money stolen from him had been hidden, was
fired upon by a little colored boy, ten years old,
son of the woman, and instantly killed
Several persons were arrested on Monday
night and brought to Richmond by revenue
officer Merrill, charged with violation Of the in
ternal revenue laws. They were running illicit
stills in the Chickahominy swamp, and were
caught in the act.
On Wednesday Judge Meredith, Of Rich
mond, received summons to appear to-day
before Gen. Granger, the federal officer COM
manding that sub district, to answer charge
of illegally naturalizing foreigners in his
court
The Pearisburg, Giles county, Gazette de-
noupces Mr.. J. Goodrich, Revenue Assessor
for that district. He is said to be habitualy
drunk, and to exercise the most wanton tyrsn-
ny and outrages towards the people Of his dis
trict.
A little child of Mr.. Marshall Lewis, q me-
chanic in the employ Of the Virginia and Ten
nessee railroad, had one Of his toes eaten off, a
few nights ago, by a large house-rat.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05
CONGRESSIONAL C0NVENTION.
Nomination Of B. Ell. Slaacl1elforea.

Nomination Of B. Ell. SEaca1eiforeas
The Conservative Congressional Convention
of this District, assembled at Liberty Hall, in
this city, to-day at noon, and was temporarily
organized by the appointment of Capt. W. Fl.
Dulany as President, and Edgar Snowdep, Jr:,
Secretary.
Upon a call of the delegates it was ascertain
ed that the counties of Alexandria, Fairfax,
Prince William, Fauauier, ~Culpeper, Kappa
hammock, .Spottsylvania, Orange, Loudoun and
Madison, we're represented. The counties of
Louisa and Stafford were not represented.
A committee. On permanent organization was
appointed as follows: f5 z5sEEii2yt &1stc4
Alexandria, Col CT. Suite; Prince Will
liam, Col. B, Brawner.; Loudoun, Mat. Har-
rison; Rappabannock, Charles Green; Orange,
A. Terrill; Spottsylvania, P. McCracken ;
Fairfax, e. ?. Burroughs; Madison, T. ?.
Wallace; Fauquier, Hon. VIM Smith; Culpeper,
&. A. Freeman. I,
The committee after consultation reported as
permanent officers of the Convention -
For President-Major T. Turner, Of Kappa
hammock. ..:"l'. 7. go, s..'....@ 1.. -. ~. q"
Secretaries-W. B..nLynch, B. T. Sheets,
Loudoun; J. Fl. Kelley, fredericksburg A.
J. Stofer, Culpeper: E. Snowden, jr., Geo. @.
" edderburn, Alexandria. ".sl ..'.- o14t'
On motion Of Major Kelley, Of Fredericks-
burg, the vote for q nominee was ordered to be
scaled according to the registered white vote Of
the counties. Ina5.l@. ~ u1
A motion to adjourn until tonight at eight
clock was made AID argued, but withdrawn
at the instance of the Loudoun delegation.
The Convention then proceeded to the nomi-
nation OF "a candidate, and upon the second bal
lot B. Fl. SHAcKELFoRD, esq, Of Fauquier,
was declared the unanimous choice Of the Con
vention. A., @.,i"sf ar IT,. ,..I.@ q:
The candidates before the Convention We're
B. H. Shackelford, B. j. Barbour, and &.
Snowden, sr.-the name Of the latter being
Withdrawn after the first ballot-which stood {:
Shackclford 1854; Barbour, 4,432; Snowden,
1854. lon the second ballot the vote stood :
Shackelford, $3.50; Barbour 1872
The selection was then made unanimous,
and Messrs.. T. p. Wallace, Of Madison, VIM.
Horner, of Fauquier. and w. FL. Dulany, of
Alexandria, were appointed a committee to In
form Mr. Shackelford of his nomination and
the Convention adjourned sine die.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05
Senatorial Convention.

A Convention composed of delegates from
the counties of Alexandria, Fairfax and Lou
doun, met at Liberty Hall, in this city, to-day
Immediately upon the adjournment of the Con-
gressional Convention, r. Fl. Coekerlle, Of
Fairfax, Ia the Chair, and Edgar Snowden, Jr.,
Secretary.
Upon organizing, the committee proceeded to
the election of two candidates to represent
the district in the State Senate, when Messrs.
w. Fl. GRAY, of Loudoun, and W. Fl. DULA-
NY, Of Alexandria, were nominated without a
dissenting voice.
The Convention then adjourned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

Extensive preparations arc being made in
New York for the National Democratic Conser-
vative Convention to be. held in that city on
the 4th of July. Immense numbers Of people
from all quarters Of the country, besides The
delegates, will, probably, be in attendance.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

There seems to be considerable opposition
among the Radicals to the admission of Florida.
In the new Constitution is there is said to be
a,clause providing in effect that every owner of
real estate in the State is eligible to hold any
Office within the gift Of. the State. AS this
might enable some Conservatives to be elected
to office, and as the Radicals don't intend to
permit this, if they can prevent it,--thcre is q
shalt. "i..ea1 6a >.s Ell 2,a,714a ~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

1t is said that several Conservative citizens
OF Washington have received anonymous letters,
notifying them that they must quit the city.
They will not quit-but they will ''stick. -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05
my 2G
PAPER AND PAPER BAGS.

Fearing you may forget, as many do aud pay
dearly for it, I will here state that have just
received an additional supply of those justly
celebrated PAPER BAGS, any size you please
and ManiIIs WRAPPING PAPER
Now just reco'!ect this, and don't run away
from home to buy these things or any thing
else, such as WRITING PAPER Of any size
or quality, BLANK BOOKS Of all sorts, and
STATIONERY Of al kinds. Just call ut
JOHN H. PARROTS
Blank Book, Paper and Stationery WAREHOUSE
Alexandra, Va.
N. B.-Don't forget what say and then tell
me you did not think of it. my
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05
ALEXANDRIA.
FRIDAY EVENING, JUNE5.

CONSERVATIVE NOMINATIONS. 1t will be
seen by reference to the proceedings of the
Congressional and Senatorial Conventions held
in this city to-day, and published in another
column, thatB. H. Shackeliord, esq, of Eau
quier,a most worthy gentleman, and possessing
the full confidence of the people of the district,
has been selected the candidate for Congress
and Messrs w. Fl. DulaDy Of this city, and
w. FL. Gray Of Loudoun, candidates for the
State Senate. Better, or more worthy nomi-
nations could not have been made. ..;2.et
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05
TOHN II. PARROTT,
y ALEXANDRIA, VA.

TOHN II. PARROTT,
y ALEXANDRIA, VA.
Dealer in BLANK BOOKS, ,,,
Wrapping Paper, Paper Bags, Envelopes,
Inks, Gum MuciIsge
Gold, Albata and Steel Pens,
in short everything comprised under the term
Stationery for the Office School Room Snd
Also, SHEET MUSIC (some 1000 t? 8oeg
gotten up here.
Violins, Guitars, Flutes, Banjos &c.
The very best italian aud other strings lot
Guitars Violns, &C., and musical instruments
generally. Terms cash. ,3
Also sole agent here for the Richmond ana
Manchester, Va. Paper Mills.
Any sizes and we ghts of Wrapping ana
Printing Papers furnished at short notice upon
satisfactory terms. oc! IL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05
BOOKs g STATIONERY.
4 MOTHER SUPPLY

Il AtFRENCHS
DEPOT OF BOOKS AND .STATIONERY.
No. 95, King street, this g. H.
Doubly False, by Mrs. Ann S. Stephens
VOL, limo, cloth. Sl.75.
Volume 1st Library Edition of Dickens con.
tanning Pickwick, Barnaby Rudge aad Sketches
by Boz, TO be completed in vols, SLID
Handsomely bound.
The Cheapest Book on Record, The Early
Years Of His Royal Highness, the Prince Con-
sort, Harpers Cheap Edition, 252. Compiled
by direction Of the Queen.
Leaves from the journal Of our Life in the
Highlands, 2jc.
Received to- day another large lot of apple.
toms Cheap Edition Of Dickens complete sets.
"Cometh up as a Flower" and Not Wisely
but too Wel''-a fresh supply.
Beaumarchais, an Historical Novel, By a. /.
Brachvogel, translated from the German.
vol, $3.50.
Genesis, or the First Book of Moses, together
with general theological and homiletcal in
PRODUCTION to the Old Testament by John Pc
ter LANCE, ID, Professor Of Theology in the
University of Bonn. volume, yO., So.
Another lot Of those Copying Books, WITHOUT
the expense of press Copies perfectly No
trouble. A great invention. Constantly re-
'' mg 6 at gRgncns.
NHEAP BOOKS.
Dicks Shakespeare, complete edition, contain,
ing his PLAYS, Poems and Life, with SO Illus
trations; paper, price only Soc. This Is the
cheapest book ever published.
Complete Pootical Works Of Robert Burns,
with Memoir and Glossary, illusratedi paper,
Byron's Poetical Works. with Life and Por-
trait, Is Illustrations paper, soc.
Dicks British Drama, containing STANDARD
Plays and Dramas, illustrated, SOC.
Robinson Crusoe, complete paper Doc.
Vicar Of Wakefield, complete; paper, 2jc.
st. Clair Of the Isles, complctci paper, 25c,
Children of the Abbey, 2jc
Wavcrly Novels, English Edition, cachr 2Jc.
- " Authors 2jc.
Language Of Flowers, small pocket edition,
gilt edges, illustrated, 25c.,
ROBERT BELL,
my 2G 81, King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

The New York Times advises the Radical
leaders to send into Virginia men OF larger
mental calibre than Mr.. Ella, to address the
peOnle there
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

The Radical Senators held a caucus yester-
day morning, and nominated Gee. G. Gorham,
OF California, to be Secretary of the Senate, in
place of Mr. Forney, resigned No action was
taken in regard to the Offices Of Sergeant-at-
arms, Executive Clerk and Chief Clerk. It is
understood that another caucus will be held for
the purpose Of reaching some definite conclu-
sion thereon. Mcssrs. Trumbull, Van Wrinkle,
Ross and Fowler attended the caucus.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

Rev X. J. Stewart is lecturing in Norfolk
on the phenomena Of the present times, III
connection with the revelations of the Holy
Scripturc - - ..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

The constitution of Georgia, as framed by
the convention, and ratified, contains clause
repudiating all debts contracted prior to the
lst OF June 1865, which clause. says the Wash;
ington Chronicle, will undoubtedly he expung-
ed by Congress. ''Only two classes of debts
will be excluded from the jurisdiction Of the
courts under the report of the Senate commit.
tee those contracted in aid of the war and
those for purchase or hire of slaves Without
saying word in favor of the Georgia Consti-
tuition, or any clause" in it, we would re-
mark, that it sounds strangely to ears accus-
toned to recognize the rights Of the States,
to hear it announced that Congress is to ex-
puDge a ''clause" in State Constitution
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

Some friends of Judge Chase are to hold q
meeting in Philadelphia to consider the pro
pricty' of presenting his name as candidate
for Pres ident. ~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

Mr. H. S. Foote is still figuring in polite
in Tennessee. He is now on the Democrat
and Conservative side
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

The excitement in Washington has subsidized,
and there were no riots, mobs, or murders yes
terlay.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

OHOW CHOW. Gross 8 BIackWeiIs hn37
y Iish Chow Chow, just received ana j4 or Co.,
by FRED. Il ~ ~, 5.onh.
my 2G-4w King ST., cor. 81. A21R--
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

Chief Justice Chase is engaged in trying the
civil docket. He will remain about ten days.
Many prominent citizens Of Richmond have
paid their respects to him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

RE USTARD.-French and English, ; rGGeIE'~
lYl and for sale by FRED. kb 1Ct hsaIh
my 26-4W King ST., cor D. ri,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-06-05

Woolley, the witness, has been placed in
confinement in his prison in the Capitol
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18
A HER BIG FLOP

wM. p JOHNSON. J. 4. BAILII
Some two months ago il was form ally annosnsSs
that Pennvile was Right side up"
Recent events have proven the alnopneeusrt
premature. Another Flop recently occurred
and chief among the improved, Interesting. ana
important phases presented, is the portray
ing THE NEW, LARGE, AND CoxkopIors sIsRr
HOUSE, of
JOHNSON & BAILEY
who have just returned from the Ear with =
large aud 'areftity selected stock of s>asoroS!,
goods-of greater variety, and of better qualify
than have heretofore been offered in this see tior
of the county. Call at the New Store RssaA
and you will fnd
Dry Goods and Groceries,
Hats, Caps, Boots and Shoes,
Hard ware, Queens ware, Hollow
ware, Wood and Stone ware, Drugs, Oil.
Paints and Varnishes, Glass, Putty,
Read, lade Clothing, Clocks,
Confectionery, Cheese, Flour,
Fish, and Provisions generally. Ony stock 8!
Hardware DiH bear inspection, it 10 fsll and sf
the best quaifty Our stock of Boots and skoss
is une9uaIled in quality and low prlse,
To the ladies We would say-we intend TO Eshe
the Notion and Dress department worthy thsn
patronage Articles not on hand will be specially
ordered, to suit our customers
The striking feature in the Flop" and III s..
we would keep before the people is. ,HE VERY
Low PRICES AT WHICH wEARE sLLLIgG. Thepub
lie are invited to give call Bring on ysur
Produce, your Boards. Shingles. Grain, PORK,
Butter. Eggs. Dried AppleI, Rngs. DC. Our n ollie.
s'CHEAPEsr BEST. JOHNSON BAILEY
PennvilIe. August eS. 1897
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

As fences are frequently renewed in
the fall, we would suggest that around
each post used in fencing there should
be closely packed a small mound of
clay mould which viii keep the post hole
from filling with water and add to the
longevity of the post. In setting fence
posts in ground liable to heave, Il
inch pin should be placed through the
bottom of the post with its end pro-
jecting. The wind would thus effect it
less and the frost can not raise it.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

Corn BREAD.-One quart of corn
meal, one pint of wheat -four, two eggs,
and little salt, with sour buttermilk
sufficient to make stiff batter. Mix
thoroughly ,and then add one teaspoon
full of soda, dissolved in a very little
hot water. Stir this in and pour into
well-greased pans, sufficient to be one
and half inches thick when cooked.
Place in hot oven, and bake until done,
say half an hour. Carry to the table
hot. If all should not be used, bake
over again, and it is about as good as
when first baked.
Half a pint of -four and one egg will
be very good, but not quite as good as
the above.
The sourer the buttermilk the better,
if it is not bitter. Success depends
very much on the due proportion of ac-
id and alkali.
Fine meal makes much better bread
than coarse. If it does not keep as
well, provide less at one time Dent,or
gourd-seed corn makes better meal than
flint corn.
Some people are shocked at the idea
of eating drugs with their food, and ex-
claim against the use of alkali in cook
ing. Let such consider that acid neu-
tralizes the caustic property of the al
kali; and if they never eat anything
more unhealthy than that, they will do
well.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

BREAD PUDDING.-Take light white
bread, and cut i'll thin slices. Put into
a pudding mould, shape layer of any
sort of preserves, then slice of bread,
and repeat until the the mould is almost
full. Pour over all a pint of warm milk
IN which four well beaten eggs have
been mixed cover the mould with a
piece OF linen, place in sauce pan with
little boiling water, let it boil twenty
minutes, and serve with pudding sauce
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

Live stock, of all kinds, should have
the owners daily supervision. If 9th
ers do the work, his eyes should see
that it is well DONE Few hired men
can be trusted to do things constantly
according to directions. In the very
cold weather there is constant temp
tatlon to consult his own ease rather
than the comfort of the animals entrust-
ed to his care. Feed and water regu-
larly. Keep salt within reach of hor-
ses, cattle and sheep. A large lump of
rock salt is best for this purpose. If
they can lick when they please, they
will not take it in excess.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

BY WErGHT.-In California berries
are sold by the pound, as they should
be everywhere. Early strawberries,
says the California Farmer, brought
hfty cents per pound this year.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

1t Is said that Bonner feeds his hor-
ses from box setting on the floor, as
ne believes it is natural for them to
take their food from level with their
feet.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18
for the farmer.

GREAsING WAGoNs.-Says an ex-
change: s.But people are aware that
they do wagons and carriages more in
Jury by greasing too plentifully, than
in any other way. A well made wheel
will endure common wear from ten to
twenty-five years, if care is taken to
use the right kind and proper amount
of grease; but if this matter Is not at
tended to, they will be used up in i've
or six years. Lard should never be
used on wagon, for it will penetrate
the hub and work its way out around
the lemons of the spokes, and spoil the
wheel. Tallow is the best lubricator
for wood axle-treess, and castor oil for
iron. Just grease enough should be
applied to the spindle Of wagon to
give it light coating; this is better
than more, for the surplus put on will
work out at the ends, and be forced by
the shoulder bands and nut washers in
to the hub around the outside of the
boxes. To oil an iron axle-tree, first
wipe the spindle clean with cloth wet
with spirits of turpentine, and then ap-
ply few drops of castor oil near the
shoulder and end. One tea-spoonful is
sufficient for the whole
We ewould add that, for journals on
which there is heavy pressure, it is a
good plan to mix with the oil some lamp
black of common SCOT; powdered plum
bago, or black lead, is also employed
for the same purpose.-Prairie Farmer.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

A countryman at the Astor, the other
DAY, after tasting some olives, wanted m
whip the waiter for pouring salt on them
plums.'' IL
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

nR j. NJ. MOOREHEAD. tenders his profes-
- sionsl services, in the practice of medicine
to the citizens of Ansonville and vicinity. Hav-
ing received a liberal encouragement during the
past two years he has determined to remain hers
permanently. Teeth extracted without pain, by
a Narcotic SPRAY. perfectly safe. Artificial teeth
put up in worKmanlike manner and warranted
to give satisfaction. Sept 2-2mp.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

viii find our stock of Drugs full and complete
and at very slight advance on Eastern prices
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18
CARBON OIL.
Of the best brands, always on hand.
T,IOTDRS =

The best quality of Liquors always on hand. for
n' dical purposes.
Physicians prescriptions promptly and carefully
compounded A1pust isf7
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18
N i W a R R A n GEM ENT
A. [. S II A w
DRUGGIST,
Second street, opposite the Court House)
Clearfield, Pa.

The subscriber would respectfully inform the
citizens of Clearfeid county, that he continues
to carry on the Drug business, at the old stand
and that he is now prepared to furnish
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1868-11-18

A. [. S II A w
Second street, opposite the Court House)
Ciearfield, Pa.
The subscriber would respectfully inform the
citizens OF Ciearheid county that he continues
to carry on the Drug business, at the old stand
and that he is now prepared to furnish
DRUGS, PATENT MEDICINES,
Dye Stufs, Tobacco, Cigars Confectioneries
Stationery &c.
PHYSICIANS
Will find our stock of Drugs full and complete
and at very slight advance on Eastern prices
SCHOOL BOOKS.
Teachers and others will be furnished with class
notice.
STATIONERY,
Consisting of Cap, Flat Cap. Foolscap. Letter and
Perfumed Note Paper, also. n yery neat stocK ot
Mourning Note Paper and Envelopes on hand
Pens, Pencils, Ink, &c.
HOUSEKEEPERS.
win find full stock of Pure Spices, Soda Soda
Ash, Concent' ated Lye Soap, dc.
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN
Are requested to examine our stock of p -fumerr.
IL IL air Oils, Fine Toilet Soaps, Brushes, Combs,
Toilet Setts, &c.
SMOKERS AND CHEWERS
" III hnd full supply. of prime Chewing and
; moking Tobacco. Imported and Domestic Cigars
snuff, Fine-cut, &c.
CARBON OIL.
Of the best brands elw,vs nm bo,3
LIQUORS.,
me best quality of Liquors always on hand, for
rn' dical purposes.
fhysictanS prescriptions promptly and carefully
0oiH 9ouhueu- August I, 1867