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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

GAME.-Bluc wing, red necks and white
back ducks, now abound in the waters OF this
vicinity, and the professional duckers are doing
good business in killing them Many wild
turkeys have already been killed in Fairfax and
the adjoining counties and cartridges are said
to be very numerous and 10 excellent condition.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

STOVES. is said that a larger business
has been done this fall, in this place, in the
sale of stoves, than ever was done heretofore
in any previous season. The dealers have
large supplies OF ali patterns and varieties,
with all the modern improvements. Many
country houses are being supplied with the
new stoves, used as radiators, and heating sew
era rooms from one fire.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

RUNAWAY. The horses attached to o mar
ket wagon, standing on Cameron street, be-
came alarmed this morning, and runaway, but
were arrested by the tree boxes in front Of the
grocery store OF Mrs. Chatham, near Liberty
Hall, before they inflicted any damage. either
upon themselves or anything else. ,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

The Proposed NEW LINE OF STEAMERS. -
1t is understood that parties at the head OF the
proposed new line Of steamers, to run between
Philadelphia, Washington and this city, tor
the purpose of taking utCumberland and bring
ing back Anthracite coal, contemplate building
this winter ten vessels, with which to COM
mence operations early next summer. The
vessels are to be constructed at the North.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

. Low TlDEs.--In consequence Of the high
winds OF yesterday, great deal OF water vas
blown out of the Potomac, and the last two Or
three tides have been very low. The flats OPP
posite this city have been almost bare, and the
regular trips Of the steamer Virginia interiered
with, though she has managed to to make oc-
cassional crossings.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS IN WAsH1N GToN.
The Star proposes connecting the Orange
and Alexandria railroad with the depot in
Washington, by carrying connection along
the northern boundary of the city, through
Georgetown, along the canal bank to connect
with the present roads running into Alexandria
filling up the fats of the river opposite
Washington--renoving the present Long
Bridge, over the river-having ferry boats to
cross the deepened but contracted channe-hav-
ing railroad centre at or near the present
terminus of the Long Bridge, &c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

CANAL NEWS. The number Of arrivals at
the canal basin this morning were limited, but
the daily arrivals will increase, it is thought,
during next week. Most Of the coal that now
reaches here is placed on the wharves at the
different depots, and vessels are wanted to car
~ it away ras Z
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
90 q

The WEATHER. The cold weather that set
in yesterday still continues: and the tempera-
ture to- day has been decidedly winterish. -
There was no ice visible this morning, how
ever, as there was on Sunday morning last, but
the ground was frozen. a
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
Gold Weather.

KNOXVILLE, TENN, Oct. 23.-There was a
killing frost last night in this vicinity, but tie
late corn crop was not Injured.
ATLANTA, GA, Oct. 23.-Therc, is sharp
frost here this morning, which will nip vegeta-
ton and Young cotton bollS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
3rookfe,d, rear Richmond W
6-;i TRFE YecG

lfcssrs. Q. 2. Workman G. Co., Richmond:
. Dear S:c3; purchased Of oa about i've .oT'
o. 2aGon6a E,uano last Spring, which was ap
pInG upon zny corn, when tho earth was thrown
to i. The last time.
n the same heId, at the samo time. and in
ikemanner, was applied Peruvian Guano anL
a mixture Of Bones. I state thst the 2orn HDon
which the Redonda Guano was used yielded
the b33t oE Chree applications:
Respectfully yOurS. J.. =. WARWICK.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
Sandy Snr;nrs POstO1tct

Montgomery CO., No, Juno ~, 4oOo'
Messrs. VIM CricItcn s. Son.
Gcnt!emc2: THO Red9nda Goano that at, We
purchased Of you last fill, has given Us entire
tnsoes and 6uckwheat We sowed one, field Of
whoa. broadcast, about 400 pounds to the ace
in Montgomery county, and narrowed II IN,
which looks vel. On the same farm, IL IaiS
county ~. Dug n G&lG Of hQckWhe9t, Wnic"
WIS as goou as cvo- grew on land; about ltJ
pou.is to,the acre Of the ReGonda was applied
The potatoes look we'll, end the Redonda hEa
made US as good crops as some Of tie fertilizers
that cost Us double the price the Redonda did
We sowed g field Of wheat last fsl! on our
farm in Howard county, and put. it IN with "
drill we put about 800 pounds Of RFedonda to
the acre This wheat looks rather better than
the wheat on tho Montgomery farm, both put
in the same week; We are so well pleased Wiz
it. that we used four tons this spring on corr,
oats and potatoes, and the crops look we'll We
used it in our garden, and VIC think we have one
of the best market gardens" in the country
Our neighbora say so at any rate.
We are so we'll pleased with the Kedonda
.Guano, that we intend to use ton ton. TINS l&H
on wheat Yours, truly,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

SHADE TREES. Many Of the Southwestern

DHaDE lKEES.-MIly Vi I!l5 UONVu" cs'oI u
papers are now urging upon the Inhabitants OF
all cities and toms in the South to plant shade
trees in front of their doors and all along the
public streets. We have urged this same thing
repeatedly every season. and We are happy to
say that every year The uuulher OF shade trees
before the dwellings Of our c;tigens, is increas
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
EVERY dan ger I have known,
Thot 9 Reckless life can fill

IHNt FGCKIeSS
But my good clothes have not fed,
For deal at BLoNDHEIM's still.
This brief extract fro m q recent volume OF
lyric poems shows the melifuous cognomen OF
Alexandrias great clothes king to have been
embalmed in immortal verse. Call at once at
the corner Of King and Fairfax streets, and
supply yourself with superior garments at prices
that deity competition.
Come one. come all, my store shall fly
From its firm base, as soon l.
Oc lG ). BLONDHEIM.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
CETE ITEMS.

OvERcoATs. The most complete stock Of
Overcoats are 70 be had at Blondheims. He has
good article at 81, 8, 9, 10, and upwards, also
large supply of Capes Of different shades very
cheap. Call early at BLoNDHEIMs
oct g Cor. King and Fairfax SITS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

FRESH MEATS Messrs Gheen will have at
their stall, in the market house, tomorrow,
some of the finest beef and mutton, for sale,
yet presented to the notice Of our citizens Z
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

BASE BALL.-A match game of base ball
will be played tomorrow evening on the
grounds Of the Monticello club between the
Constitution club OF St. johns Academy and a
picked nine of this city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

NOTICE TO .-Blondheim has just re-
ceived complete assortment of Boys Over
coats Of all kinds and prices very cheap. Call
early boys at BLoNDHEIM's,
oct q Cor. King and Fairfax SITS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
DONE DUST!
u BONE DUST!
AT LOWEST MARKET RATES.
ALSO CRIMES
sep 28-lm

At id " EoI MANNEL M IE:I: =
ALSO, GRIMES
PATENT RAW BONE PHOSPHATE,
at $40 per ton.
The past Two years have fully realized this
Raw Bono Phosphate to be the cheapest and
best in the market, and unsurpassed by the
highest priced Guanos. Its adaptation to
Wheat, Corn, Oats, Buckwhest, TOBACCO, Car
don Truck, Grasses, &C., have been fully and
most satisfactorily tested. Finely ground and
suitable for drilling: Call ut Warehouse and
'--''''-''' 0. P. MERRYMAN 81 CO.,
Sole Manufacturers, F..
Baltimore Md
FOR sale ct Manufacturers price (the cost OF
transportation added) by our agent, l,
4. J. FLEMING,
sep 1G-Gw Al Ale1aEdrla.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
TME. NHAR.KE T'&

New York, Oct. 23.-Money active at 7
per ct. Exchange 9S. Gold 35Si Effectiveness,
1862, coupon Isl. Ten-fortics, coupon 54.--
North Carolina. sizes GS. Virginia SKIES, ex-
coupon SCI; do. new SO. Tennessees. ez-
coupon 70.
BALTIMORE, Oct. 23.-Virginia G's old, in
scribed 4SB bid, 4S4 asked do. 1866, 81 bid
do 1867, 40 bid, 50 asked do coupon new, 39i
bid, 60 asked do. old 81 bid.
New York, Oct. 23.-FIour dull and dc:
Ginning. Wheat dull, with prices in favor Of
buyers Corn active and &c better.
BALTIMORE Oct. 23.-Cotton quiet mid
ding up!ands nominalIy &C. Flour in some
what better demand, with prices unchanged.
Wheat dull; primo to choice 81. 45a2. 60; othel
grades unchanged. Corn firm receipts light
old white 125al2S; yellow l25al28. Oat'
dull, at 7Oa7Sc Rye firm, at $l.45aSl.50
Provisions unchanged. &
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
Z CREIGHTON {. SON
DAClFIC UUANO COMPANIES
capital $1,000, Q0o.l
SOLUBLE PACIFIC ~ \ ~.

CAPITAL 81 .00O Q0G(
Soluble PACIFIC GUA&D.
Tho value Of this GUANO S |ow 50 u2C'l.
z,o1rn ami G3Dreciul2d, that Il does not re4"ife
further COMMUNICATION from us.
The Company 0lCnS the GHnUo I?lH""5r ana
other sources Of SuppJy from which It's raw M"
Lorial is drawn. Hence, this Guan0' possessing
"uch high excellence, car be oroH8nHt iS9 mar,
ket at a price not exceeding chat o. h9"F11hHiS
Super PhOsphates Of Lime.
12hn Isrec cauital invested by thl2 GOmYan?
affords the sure:t guarantee OF tE0 continued et~
collence Ofthcr fertilizer as the safety ci lhelF
csnital depends upon continued and p&rIaGnonL
business: .,, r,.. .l:. f,,,,,l, r;,,,,r.
the Wbcst crop from five TO six days earlier
than the Super Phosphstos.
It is The policy and purpose Of tho Company
70 furnish the best fertilizer that enterprise
and capital, aided by the best scientific ability
can bring into market At the lowest PoEsiD'o
o0'' " " KNOX s. WATTLEs.
Commission Merchants, Agents.
" l8-3tne II, King st., Alexandrs, Y T.
VI W. CALF ILL., 3: 5 y L SN'
~ - ! SHONng FINE WATCGM4,, AICh
1T1EVTf'H,Y- SILVER AND Pin
TED WARE, FANCY
GOODS, &C.! &C.
o. Save removed to thelr
~ NEW STORE,
$50 ...... rBN i YLVA,N555IAe Az ESQ
. ~'0V between 18th and l2th ST.,
~sss- cents for the AMERICAN WATCH
C0 s;2sg1 TIiS5' for PATEK PHILIPPE & CO.,
'G E1d for tue sale of tn? Goth4m -MIaRfg Coz.
UNRIVADLED GGEVFKO
PLATED WARE
Mashineton. y. O., oc57--eocln
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
MARINE EIESE.
MARINE LIST. .,r
MATURE ALMANAC-OCTR. IS, 1868.
S SN BOSE. l8 Moon SETs ........ll 80
oOS Sets. IL HIGH WATER m G.. 50
Port OF AIexantria, Oct. 2s:
ARRIVED.

ARRIVED. s. Ii p" "a
sshr, Frank Walter, Cole, Washington, to
american Coal Co.
nh S;chr. George s. Rapplier, Miller, Philadol-
pA'a' coal to j. Leatherland.
SAILED. 49, ~
nb S;.eamer George 81. Stout, Ford, Philadel-
pa!s, by II. Eldridge & Co .
oMyes a I. +. Cahill, Maith, Baltimore, by
b. SShr Frank Walter, Cole, New Haven, coal
y American Coal 90. s. - 10. ;sss fIo
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
"polar Grows" Queen Anne's -,
August 18th, 1867.

August l1th 1865. J
Mcssrs. VIA. Crichloo & Son:
iSeutcme1: %ms application 81 t"o, thirds OF
Rcd0ada ard oLo-thir0 Of Pccuyian Gu@no Al
the rste Of 20 lbs PEI acre with the drill to cor"
ground wheat. ~ 50 buanel& seeding. the greaI'
er portion being E light gravel soi) gave 10
bushels Of wheat to the acre; .,.,
wheat land on 4G bushels seeding "Pp:tct OF
3 Celebrated Super Phosphate, costing $40 pc!
ton, and ! Peruvian Gusno, which yielded -
bushels Of wheat to the acre. ,o,,
Upon quarter farm, where ScG = i o 10 o1%
Peruvian, on the iaIlow, I male twenty icNr
bushels OF wheat to the acre. ,.,
. ! win want eight to ten tons Of Redonda !hls
iall Very respectfully yours,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
Total

The financial articles of the New York Post
and Commercial both join in demanding that
the banks do sometime 3 at once,to SHUT down"
on the SPECTATORS combination to make money
sesreer BY buying up greenbacks. The Post
ssys: Tho means used to produce this artificial
ssasiingency are the subjects of severe comment,
sao are regarded by all as highly discreditable. "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23
RL,0NDHEIM

nOOR MATS AT COST-We have on hand
Il J an assortment of Door Mats, which we
wish to close out, and will dispose of same at
prime cost Persons in want will do we'll to
call and examine.
AVERY 6 DAVIDSON,
oc Is 22G King st., cor. Alfred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

WINES AND LIQUORS-A full stock Of
w al qualities constantly on hand and for
sale at low rates, by
AVERY s. DAVIDSON,
&C IS 226 King St, cor Alfred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

Coal BY G. & o. CANAL There was dis
l25S0CS tons of coal, forwarded By the follow
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-10-23

ygYANTED-S5OoO MANASSAS r. R.
w OLD SIX PER CT. COUPON BONDS,
for which the highest current rates will be paid
by THOS. BKANCH q CO', Bankers
oc 2l-Gt Richmond, Va.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-08-13
POLICE NTELLIGEx CT.

A SAD CAsE.-Claudia Cuny, proprietor Of the
California boarding house at No. AL Washington
street, was arraigned before Justice Hogan yeseer.
day to answer charge Of stealing valse contain.
ing 1886 in money, from temporary boarder.. Mrs.
Rosanna Grady, who arrived from Boston on. Tues.
day route for California, and gave the Alise TO
the prisoner for safe Keeping Despite her rotests.
tons Of innocence the accused was fully coinmited
for trial. The complainant, who is now In strange
city, without friends or money was sent to Ahe House
OF Detention.
ANEW SwISDLE.-A few days ago man giving
the name Of Richard Houston appeareh at pier 20
East river and delivered from cart ffteen boxes,
marked as through freight per the E mira and Corn.
ing line. He represented the boxes 70 contain cop
per faucets and presented bill nr carriage, to the
amount Of sl2 to George b. Merr lck, receiving clerk
OF the New York and Washngt On steamship Com.
pany who paid the BILL as hfI believed 1t to be all
correct when the boxes wer q opened before ship
ping they were nlIed with st snes and straw Hons.
ton was arrested yesterds = aud held for trial by
plice, was also arrested and femanded, as he had
with rubbish.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-08-13

EASTERN DISTRICT FIRE DEPARTMENr.-A new
steamer for Engine Company No. was received by
that company yesterday afternoon. large number
Of fremen turned out and paraded the streets on the
occasion, preceded by bands Of music
ARREST OF SUPPOSED HoRsE THIEvEs.-Two COL
ored men, named Peter Hollis and Rauford Living
ston, were yesterday arrested and committed on
suspicion OF horse stealing. The accused we're en-
deavorng to sell a valuable horse for small amount
when they were arrested. The horse is believed to
be the property OF resident OF New Rochelle.
ACCIDENT ON THE KRNosHA.-A seven-inc h
hawser attached TO which was q section of ma
chlnery. parted suddenly yesterday morning while q
party OF workmen were engaged In hosting II on
board the United States soopof.war Kenosha at the
brooklyn Navy Yard, and falling 10 the bottom OF the
vessel seriously damaged some OF the timbers on
winch II struck. Fortunately nobody was injured,
though several narrowly escaped being hurt.
THE FOURTH AVENUE IMPRovEMRST.-The com.
missioners appointed by act of the Legislature to
provide for the widening Of Fourth avenue and to
establish public drive and promenade on said ave.
nue. have submitted report Of their progress TO the
Common Council. IL appears that Of the amount
appropriated for carrying out the work, $500 900,
there remains balance on hand OF e752s1. The
avenue 10 four miles In length and one hundred and
twenty feet In width. 1t Ia anticipated that the
work VIII be completed during the present year.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-08-13
NATIONAL GUARD AFFAIRS.

Departure Of the Twonty-secoud Regiment.
The armory In Fourteenth street was crowded
yesterday morning by the friends Of members Of the
Twenty-second regiment, who had assembled at an
early hour to witness the march and embarkation
Shortly after eleven O'Clock the line was formed in
the armory, and the regiment marched out headed
more than $50 men under arms, but Il was
understood that two hundred more mem
SsS Of e a Soe TN1d the
gramme selected by the regimental committee
for the i've days encampment will doubtless mako
nag before the hop at stetson's Besides the hop on
Saturday there Will be q sacred concert Sunday
and Camp Aspinwall" viii be brilliantly illumi-
The target shooting at the camp, which will be the
distinguishing feature OF the programme, Is to be
HAY Of the English army my ' and " SO o'" suc
cessfully applied at the annual rine matches
on Wimbledon Common The officers Of
Of our National Guard should thoroughly understand
and know how to use with effect the shining
are Target companics" enough in the city militia
but for all the practical knowledge Of the principles
Of correct firing obtained from target excursions as
as present understood, those companies might az
well shoot with bunderbusses. The venture or the
Twentysecond regiment is therefore. step In the.
right direction and deserves the support OF all who
desire to see our National Guard an effective force
Before the departure OF the regiment from the
wharf the Following order was issued for the beneft
Of absentees:-
HEADQUARTERS TwrrrrsEooSD RIOT. s.Y.s:N.Gl
Motto. hereby given to tn. member. ~ Il. fwss;y.c
ond regiment thai no does report fully armed
y parade on Saturday viii BE- .m.a lie sop On
thu, evening By order q Colonel O. B. POST
The Jesse Hoyt, with the regiment on board.
steamed from the wharf at half past eleven and
headed for the Branch the band playing lively ar;
leave the aoy on friday for long BRANCH under
command OF Captain Cullen.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-08-13
NEW YORK CITY.
THE COURTS.

Application for the Removal OF an Assignee
Before Judge BlatchfOrd
In the alleged bankruptcy Of the New YORK Mall
Steamship Company, Judge Blatchford in this case
saysUpon the application in this matter for the re-
mOval of Robert j. Hubbard one of the assignees OF
the bankrupt, have come to the conclusion, on
an examination Of the petition answer and affida-
Wits that the case is proper one for the granting OF
an order under section Is Of the act according to the
form No. AZ calling meeting Of the creditors of the
BANKRUPT TO consider the question Of the removal OF
Mr.. Hubbard. II at such meeting the greater part
In value and number Of creditors who shall have
proved their debts shall vote In favor of Mr.. Hub
bard the court win consent to his removal. II the
vote at such meeting shall be in favor OF his removal
a successor win be elected at the same meeting.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-08-13
THE WEST.
INDIANA AND WESTERN OHIO.

INDIANA AND WESTERN OHIO.
Reports from all the important points in these dis
tricts indicate as follows:-
wheat-There are about three-fourths more than
last year, and the quality is much better.
Corn promises half more than last year. The
quality is excellent. II was planted very late on
account OF the heavy rains.
Oats.-There ia one-third more than last year; the
quality is good.
quality; very little has been raised.
Hay.-There Is q third more than last year.
Apples.-The crop Is nearly failure.
Cotton and sugar.-None
Potatoes.-About the average quantity, but
slightly inferior In quality.
The weather for six weeks prior to the LIST day OF
August was the hottest for several years. The rain
has been above the average but not general through
out the district. In some places they are having
plenty Of rain, while IN other places the crops have
suffered.
MISSOURI AND KANSAS.
Reports from all the important points in these dis
trcts indicate as follows:-
wheat.-There are about three elghths more than
than last year, and the grain Is almost invariably
good quality.
Corn.-Tiere is one-third less than last year, ana
Oats-fhree-eighth more than last year, and the
quality Is good.
Barey[Aoou. me same quantity as last year.
Inc crop mas not Deen very extensively cultivated.
Hay.-One-lourtn more than last year, and the
quuity eoou .
Apples.[One-hah less IMAM last year, ana the
quanty lnier'9 1
fo'a,oesLine y,e.u OIL cary potatoes was generaiy
Roou, vu. .ae prvspecs ior .ne iate crop are poor
uness tnere IL ram soon IL IL Thought the yield Will
be onenaf less tna M, last year
Tobacco.-About the same quantity as last year,
ana OF meulum quality.
r, $4,000 vITnsnS vhio , AsD so. rh s IspIANA
Tne following Us statement OF the crops IN this
u,stiic., comPI sns pev v, NY nies ehcn sue Oh
me u.a"r l.o,n 81 Luis i W mane.IA, ohio:-
Whca..- a. NC 49, oo.inasos sne no nateriai
CnanBe III ue ase, akc ~ SonpaIeu Nun as, year,
Inere mns lily y, v's se W nv ea unu u mao
neafy m W., ~ VIC ,n'e s,, nca. W Tue eary
part OF July Inureu .ae crvp iuny one.tniru. Many
neIus McIe ~. n Nv, 49, " .s IL soe piness ne
yIeu WAS eoou' ou' '"is =" ''e e~ceP''oh no' tue
RUE. ,.,,,,.., A.,
Oats ana barley were injured IN the same manner
anu the latter Is very ugnt crop Inc inll sown
was partially ruined and the winter sown killed. No
reliable estimate can be MADE Oh the average OF these
products. ..,,a, -,,.
Corn s reported good IN every section without ex.
cepuon hotWltiistanung tue Iate sPImv ,ne crop ic
az forward as usuni, the not MOST weatner Ia July
h ny ueen @ in,rdeta% a,,pg al 49,. m ~
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-08-13
Mfs1cHesIEn INTELLIGENCE.

RoBBERIEs AT NEW RocHELLB.-A set OF harness
was stolen from the stable Of Nj Edward Merritt,
and o valuable horse from the premises Of Mr. rhos
Carpenter, New Rochelle on Monday night last
BRUTAL HUSBANDS PUsrsHKD.-wiIliamQ uirk, who
seriously wounded his wife few days ago by strik-
ing her In the face with glass bottle, has been sent
to county jail by Justice Hauptman for SIX months:
The offender also threatened 70 take tne lIe Oh MS
wife in case she preferred any complaint against
him Jacob schclber of Morrisania, was also sent TO
the county laii for sixty days by Justice Haupman
for cruel treatment OF his wire.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-08-13

PEACHES IN pRr.AwARE.-The Smyrna Times says
The only peach orchard In near this section that
nromises anv Weld OF fruit Of an amount worth ship
pp,nn heiongs IN MIR THOMAS Fennimore living near
he mouth Of Appoquinimink creek, in Ct. Georges
Hundred He will have, IL is estimated, from nine
m ton thousand baskets for which he will realize at
least sso. 600. Mr.. Fennimore owns farm OF one
hundred acres for which he has recently been offered
SsO. oOO including his present crop OF fruit This
orchard IL said to be remarkably prolific. on Bonn
nav Hook there Ia expected to be partial yield Of
fru,t especially Of the Smock variety.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-08-13
CITY INTELLIGENCE.

TIE WEATHER YEsTERDAY.-The following record
win show the changes In the temperature for the
past twenty-four hours, as indicated by the ther-
mometer at Hudnut's Pharmacy, 2lS Broadway,
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