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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22
Foreign News.

The Turco- Grecian Conference is still await
ing at Paris the reply of the Greek Govern
ment to its propositions When that reply is
received the Conference will dissolve A Con
stantinople dispatch reports that the Greek
ship Syriotte had fired into French vessel
and killed several persons on board Mr.. Bur
linsame has had an interview with the French
Minister of Foreign Affairs and was tavorably
received.
The report, sent over some days ago BY the
Atlantic telegraph, that thirty nine of the
missing passengers of the lost steamship Hi
hernia had been saved and carried into Madeira,
appears to have been malicious hoax. A YES
sci which left Madeira on the 18th instant re-
ports that no such parties had been landed
there.
Advices received in England from New Zea-
land report trighttul massacre OF the whites
at Poverty Bay, Auckland, by the natives.
Advices from China, state that the Yankchow
affair has been settled satisfactorily. The local
authorities of the place were dismissed and the
missionaries indemnifed for the losses they had
sustained, and recalled.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22
Congress-.

In the Senate, yesterday, Mr. Vickers re-
ported a bill regulating the rate of interest In
the District of Columbia, and allowing higher
rate of interest than six per ct. when special
contract is made. Mr.. Uonkling introduced
bill prohibiting secret sales or purchases OF gold
or bonds on the part Of the u. S., and provld-
ing that hereafter no compensation OF any
amount or kind shall be allowed to any person
for the sale, negotiation or exchange OF any
coin, bonds or securities OF the Y. >. Mr.
Sherman, from the Committee on FINANCE, re-
ported bill amendatory OF the National Cur
rency act. 1t requires all National banks TO
furnish to the Comptroller OF the Currency re-
ports of their condition made up TO any past
day which he may designate, ana the Oomp.
troller is required to call tor sucn reports al
least once quarter, and publish them both IN
washington and in the places where the banks
are respectively located. Other sections regu-
late the amount of public money that may be
deposited in a bank, provide that the llabill-
ties of private bankers or brokers' as we'll as OF
other individuals, firms and corporations Tor
money borrowed of National banks, shall not
exceed ne-tenth of the latters capital, and es-
tablish regulations to be observed by banks
going into liquidation. The bill to prevent the
collection of illegal taxes on railroad passengers
was taken up, and Mr.. Morton advocated its
adoption. He referred to Maryland and New
jersey as States that were levying an illegal
tax on passengers, and contended that their
laws in this respect were in direct conflict with
the Constitution. He proposed to correct this
evil by making it misdemeanor. Mr.. Ere
linphuysen will reply to Mr.. Morton. The Air
Line Railroad bill was taken up, and Mr.;
Vickers spoke against it's constltutlonallty and
in defence of the railroad policy of Maryland.
Mr.. Spencer moved on amendment. which was
accepted by Mr.. Sherman and adopted, pro
viding that the Baltimore and Potomac Kall
road may be accepted as the part OF the air
line to New York between Baltimore and
Washington upon such terms as may be agreed
upon between the New York and Washington
Railroad and the Baltimore and Potomac Rail
road. On Mr. Sherman's motion the two last
sections of the bill providing for railroads to
Cleveland and Cincinnati were stricken out
leaving only the charter Tor railroad to New
York Pending the farther discussion OF the
bill, the Senate adjourned.
In the House of representatives, yesterday,
bill was passed regulating the appointment Of
Midshpmen to the Naval Academy from the
reconstructed States The Speaker announced
the Select Committee on the next census, with
Mr.. Garfield, of Ohio, as Chairman. Nh
Sheabarger introduced bill to regulate the
manner of making application to Congress for
the removal of political disabilities. In the
Missouri contested election case the seat was
awarded to Mr.. Anderson, the sitting member
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

There are various reasons given-but one
reason especially is given-why an Inaugural
ton ball in Washington is discountenanced by
some of the radical leaders in Washington
1t might have led to what are called "unpcas-
ant iutrusons," as we see suggested-as some
people who were not wanted might have made
"fuss" on the occasion if they had not been
admitted. This is what is more than limited
at by Washington letter writer's and Washing
ton correspond ents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22
TAMES W. MALLS,
Successor To j. w. NAILS & Coz
ALEXANDL / Va.

Successor To J. w. NAILS & CO..
ALEXANDRIA, VA,
Having purchased the entire stock of the late
firm, at the old stand,
NO. ls7, KING STREET,
invite those who have 30 literally paLroai4el
them, and the public generally, to give me p
cali Having large stock on hand, am pre-.
pared to sell a. cheap rs can be bought in the
State My stock consists Of Hardware, Cutlery,
Carpenters Tools, Doors, Sash, Blinds, Door
and Window Frames, Brackets, Mouldings
Balusters, Of different patterns, and NeweI
Posts. A large stock Of French and American
Glass, double and single thick, Of All sizes
Paints Oils, Fsrnishes, Paint and White Wal
Brushes, Lewis Pure White Lead, and ether
brands OF fine quality, Putty, Turpentino and
Machine Oil. Also Lime, Of superior quality
Cement, Calcined Plaster, Pitch and Felt for
Roofing, &c A large stock Of Pugh celebra-
ted Car Augcrs, and other articles found in hf-i
class Builders Furnishing Establishments
All orders for Lumber, Brick and all kinds
of Building Material promptly attended 70
Terms cash ap 2l-u
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

MAYOR AID INTERIM RELIEVED. 1t will be
remembered that, pending the municipal
troubles after the June election of last year,
the conservative members Of the councils dis
puted the validity Of Mr.. Bowen's election, and
elected Mr. Thomas f. Lloyd mayor ad interim.
Mr.. Lloyd accepted and took an oath Of Office,
cpal difficulties, repeatedly asked to be for
mally relieved by the authority that cai lined
the power to cIothe him with the Office. The
conservative members of the councils had a
meeting on Tuesday night, at which Alderman
Moore presided aud Alderman Morsell, acted
as secretary and resolutions were adopted
thanking Nh Lloyd for the readiness with which
he accepted the Office when requested to do so
by his fellow citizens, and relieving him for
mally OF all further responsibility In the pre-
misses. 49, Wash. Star.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22
7 EFT BLACK.

The celebrated JET BLACK INK, Just re-
ceived and for sale at FRENCHS BOOK and
STATION cry STORE, No. IS King street,
does not corrode will not mould will not
fade; has no SEDIMENT used by the govern
ment to cancel stamps. Besides we have all
the celebrated American, English and French
Inks and Writing Fluids; al the celebrated
Copying and Carmine Inks-the largest and
most varied assortment ever offered in this
market
The splendid engraving, 1.-The Burial of La
tane," from the painting by w. d. Washing
ton, of Richmond, Va. This triumph of art is
on steel, % by SO inches. The leading papers
of the country commend, in glowing terms this
magnificent engraving. Price $40.
Daily NEW BOOKS, PAPERS, MAGA-
ZINES, REVIEWS, at
jan y FRENCH'S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

REMARKABLE CAPTURE. = yesterday morn
ing week, Raleigh Donnely, captured wild
goose at the Depot of this town. A bright
light was burning in front the building which
attracted the flock to which the captured goose
belonged, and they all came down to within
few feet of the light. This one, 1t seems,
was more unfortunate than the rest, and in It's
flight, struck the building with such force as
to stun 1t to an extent that rendered II unable
to proceed on its journey, when it fell a victim
to Mr.. d. who was standing near at the time.
-Ch0rlestoscn SPIRIT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

RAISING POTATOES. "A correspondent gives
the following as his plan fer raising potatoes
Plow your ground deeply harrow down smooth,
mark out three feet apart, drill or plant in hills
as you like, cover shallow with dirt, on top OF
which place straw (if partly rotted all the bet
teri ten or twelve inches thick. You have now
nothing TO do in the potato patch until digging
time, when you raise the straw and take out
the potatoes, which will be found in large yield,
and nice and clean.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

QUESTION FOR BIOLOGISTS. We learn that
one day last week, while engaged in digging a
well upon portion of the Lamar farm, few
miles East of this city, the workmen found
embedded 10 the earth thirty feet below the
surface, several pine saplingS perfectly sound.
How and when did they get there p N0lJer-
land AUeqhanian
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22
MARRIED..

January q, by Rev. j. h. Wheeler, HOR-
ACEC. TURNER, of Fauquer CO.. to Miss
MARY PATTON, of this city.
At Rose Hill, near Manassas, the residence
of the brides father, on Tuesday the 9TH inst ,
daughter F. A. and II. G.. Weldon, ard CHAS.
L. HYNSON, of Manassas, late Of Richmond
county, Va.
On Tuesday, 18th inst, at Emmanuel Church
Baltimore, by Rev A. NJ. Randolph, FAY
ETTE JOHNSTON, of Fauquier CO., Va, to
LEONORE, daughter of JOS II Keys, of Bal
timOre.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

NICHOLSON AND CoBBLE STONE PAVE
MENTs.-In the second branch Of the City
Council yesterday, communication was read
from the city commissioner in response to the
inquiry as to the relative cost of laying down
and repairing the cobble stone and Nicholson
pavements, in which it is stated that the cost
of the Nicholson pavement is 81 per square
yard, and OF the cobbc- stone y cents per
square yard. Therepairing of the cobbe-stone
pavement during the year 1868, on basis OF
SOS, 900, cost on an average three cents per
square yard. No repairs having been made on
the Nicholson pavement, the relative cost OF
repairs cannot be stated. The cost Of repaving
with Nicholson pavement during 1868 was
ST, 149. %. Bait. Gdzehe.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

Leonard Scott & Co., New York, have re-
published the December number OF the North
British Review, a copy of which we have re-
ceived. Contents Right Hon. Hugh Elliot !;
Alfred de Musset; Indian Railways; Poetical
Works Of Robert Browning; Wishart the
Amazon; Mr. Bright's speeches.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

GEN SToNEMAN AND THE RADICALs.-The
Washington correspondent of the Baltimore
Sun says: "The Virginia radicals have pre-
pared certain charges against Gen. Stoncman,
which do not really affect his administration of
Virginia affairs, but certain complaints that he
is acting more in the interest Of the conserya-
tivcs than of the radical party. The recon
struction committee was asked to take cOgnl,
zance of these complaints, but Gov. Boutwell,
said he did not think they had any bearing
whatever upon the questions involved in the
committees investigation. He told them, how
ever, that if they would leave the papers they
would be examined, and they were turned over
to Gen Paine for his examination. The com
plants are entirely partisan in their character "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

ALABAMA CLAIMs.-A letter from New
York says:-'A numerous and influential
body of New York merchants, representing
the shipping interest chiefly, are said to be go
ing to Washington to help lobby through the
Alabama claims treaty, in response to a tele
gram from Washington intimating that there
was some danger that it would not receive the
approval of the Senate The shipping houses
OF South street are said to have as large a
pecuniary interest at stake as all New England,
and their anxiety, under the circumstances,
therefore, is quite natural.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

Gen. Grants reception in Baltimore, was
entirely informal, but he was warmly greeted
by the citizens who had assembled at the depot,
aud who were on che streets as he passed along.
&<isited, yesterday, large tobacco factory,
and other business establishments, and was
entertained by several gentlemen at their resi-
desces.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

President johnson is now the setting sun, {"
aud he finds already The worshippers of power
turning away from him to greet the rising
orb" of the political day. Probably there is a
relief in this.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22
COALlll
HOALt COAL!l
MAGHHNVSTS.
AS AND STEAM FITTING

VIM COGAN
No Is, North Royal street,
Has constantly on hand q large and complete
assortment of
CHANDELIERS,
BRACKETS,
HASPS,
PENDANTS,
STATIONARY AND PORTABLE DROP
LIGHTS IN VARIETY,
PORCELAINS, PHOTOGRAPH, MICA and
OTHER SHADES.
CUT, GROUND AND PLAIN GLOBES.
Also
STEAM PIPE, CAGES, COCKS, VALVE
and everything in the Steam Fitting Line.
Public Buildings and Dwellings furnished and
fitted up with Gas in the most substantial and
elegant manner.
Steam Work for Factories, Mills, &c, prompt
ly and faithfully executed; al nj prices which
will give satisfaction. NH S-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

If one quarter Of what the New York Radi-
cal papers themselves say about the recent
election for u. S. Senator from that State
be true, corruption and villainy must be the
"order of the day" among the politicians of the
dominant party at Albany.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

Mr. Boutwell,, of the House of Representa-
tives, is said, generally, to approve Of the
new movement" and is reported to be in ia
vorof compliance with, at least 'some portions
of the proposition of the Committee Of nine. "
'Some portions lis very indefinite.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

IMpUDENcE. "A citizen Of Washington,
whom we will call Mr.. F., once rang at the
door of the British Minister, and telling the
servant that he had important business with
the Minister, was shown into an aute,room,
where he was soon joined by that official, when
the following dialogue took place May
ask, sir, what business it is that you have with
me. Certainly, sir; it is this: In passing
party here tonight, and, as | am remarkably
fond of the game, thought would Just step
in and see what are trumps." The sublime
impudence of the thing so amused the Minis
ter that he invited the intruder into the room
where the guests were assembled, and intro
duced him as "the most impudent man in
America
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

Our readers will recOlIect that few days
ago We published an article giving an account
OF the robbing of man at New York hotel,
by administering to him chlorotorm &c. 1t
now turns out that he was not robbed at all. -
He supplied his own ehlorOform, and played
the game to excuse the non payment of debts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

THE GROWTH OF BALTIMORE. The message
Of Mayor Banks furnishes US with some i'm
portant facts with regard to the growth aad in
crease of the population of Baltimore.
The Increase of population since the general
census of 1860 was taken, will be seen by the
following comparisons
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

The gay and festive" are delighted with the
numerous receptions" in Washington -
tempting refreshments" according to the re-
ports 10 the newspapers, being 4 prominent
feature in the evenings entertainments There
is therefore, "a good time, generally"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

We request our friends in the neighboring
counties to furnish us particularly with all mat
ters OF interest, which will contribute to pro-
mote the prosperity of their respective neigh
5orhoods, and which will assist them in their
various industrial pursuits, or in enhancing
the value of their lands, or in increasing their
trade
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22
WEATHER BOARDING,
SIDING, BOX STUFF,
DRAWER STUFF,
PANELS, &c.

And to execute All kinds Of Scroll-Sawing
and Wood-Turning, Planning, Tongueing agd
Growing and sGrfacing done in the best man
ner. They will also furnish plans and specil
cations for dwellings, stores and other building,
nov l0-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

This comparison shows that the increase OF
the white population in the last nine years has
been ll9, 42l, and the colored 20. $50, making
total increase of 1879 500.
The whole number of houses in Baltimore
are set down at 81, SO, including ., 44S. ware,
houses.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

1t is said that Mr.. Charles O'Connor of
New York, who has been invited to address
the literary societies of the University of Vir-
GINA at the next commencement, has accepted
the invitation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22
FINE DRESS
DISSOLUTION.

| DlSSoLOTIoN'
The firm of BRYAN & BREERWOOD was
| dissolved on the 14th of December. Either
partner is authorized to use the name of the
| firm in settlement of the business.
GEORGE BRYAN.
ROBT. w. BREERWOOD.
We have disposed of our stock Of goods to
Messrs ASHBY & CO. and take pleasure in
recommending them TO our friends and patrons.
B. 81 3.
Alexandria, Va, dec q, 1863.
Having become one of the members of the
| firm Of ASHBY & CO., and keeping constantly
on hand large stock of DRY GOODS, | ask
of my friends in town and country liberal
share of their patronage, as shall, by constant
attention TO business, endeavor TO deserve 1t.
To my friends in the country l will say that
any order entrusted to the care Of ASHBY u
j. p. JORDAN.
We have this day received an assortment of
PILLOW CASE COTTONS also, A Bro
and Bleached Cottons, to which we invite at
tention. ASHBY IL CO.,
jan 7-eo2w 76 King street.
N W. GAIT BROTHER,
IVE. DEALERS IN
DIAMONDS, FINE WATCHES, RICH
JEWELRY, SILVER AND PLA
LED w ARE, FANCH
GOODS, Sc, &c,
ns- Have removed to their
NEW STORE,
ESQ ......... PENNSYLVANIA AV ........ $50
Between 18th and 18th SITS,
WAsHIEGToN. d. &.
mEs- gents for the AMERICAN WATCH
CO., Walthsm, Mass.
ns~ Also, for PATEK. PHILIPPI & Co,
And for the sale of tbs Gorham Manrg Co.'S.
UNRIVALLED ELECTRO
PLATED WARE.
Washington. ID. c., oct 7-eo6m
NOR SALE, at the Mount Vernon Cotton
i Mil, TWO SECONDHAND FORTY
HORSEPOWER ENGINES and THREE
large BOILERS, together or separately For
driving saw mills or other purposes, where fuel
is not an important item, these engines and
boilers will perform about rs good work AS if
new, and will be sold for one third the cost of
new ones of equal power.
aug l7-tf a. THOMAS
DATENT DIRECTION LABELS, or
l. SHIPPING TAGS printed at the Alex
andria Gazette Job Office, ut SOC less per thous-
and than Philadelphia or New York prices.
jan G-tf
VHE MARYLAND HAMA full supply
4 Of these superior Sugar-cured Hams, con-
stantly On hand and for sale by
AVERY Il DAVIDSON,
jan Il 22G King st, cor Alfred
OUTER AND EGGS-Prime Roll and
d Cooking Butter and Fresh Eggs
AVERY & DAVIDSON.
dec q 226 King ST., cor. Alfred.
DESSICATED COCOANUT, CANNED
~ PEACHES, Pneapples, Strawberries
Jellies, Corn, &c
ian 2 BROOKES s. TAYLOR.
OOAPS- Rabbits, Stearine, Dobbin's, Fowl
- er's and Colgate's assorted for sale by
BROOKES s. TAYLOR
dec % 100 Prince street.
VXTINES-Madeira, Sherry and Port for the
w table and cooking, for sale by
dec22 AVERY & DAVIDSON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

Ash Wednesday, the first day Of Lent, falls
this year, on the 10th Of February.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

The last advices from Mexico represent that
another revolution" is expected to be COM
menced shortly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

A Horticultural School for women, has been
established in Boston,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22
BUILDING MATERIALS.
GHNCOURAGE HOME INDUSTRY"
VIRGINIA SASH AND DOOR FACTORY.

IL
VIRGINIA SASH AND DOOR FACTORY.
We have greatly enlarged our Factory Build
ing and added several pieces of new machinery,
and have determined to keep our faithful corps
of mechanics employed during the winter. in
order to keep constantly on hand large stock
of DOORS, SASH, BLIN DS, FRAMES,
BALLUSTERS, Newell POSTS, BRACK-
ETS, MOULDINGS, MIGRANTS, &c.
We invite dealers to send for wholesale
price list.
Ali kinds of TURNING and SCROLL
SA WING done with dispatch.
We have, also, connected with the Factory,
large SAW-MILL, FLOORING MILL, and
SURFACING-MILL.
RISHEILL s. HODGE,
Corner Fairfax and Queen streets,
jan 2-tf Alexandria, Va.
NEW planning MILL,
DOOR, BLIND
AND SASH FACTORY.
j. X. LAMBDEN, Superintendent
WILMER "a JAMIESON,
Nos % and 81 Water ST..
Are prepared to furnish st short notice and
on reasonable terms
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

The COTTON STATES. We hope reliance is
to be placed on the statements that there is a
decided Improvement in the financial and in
dustrial affairs of the Cotton States. The cot
ton crop is drawing good deal of money in
TO this section, and the New York Times az
firms that there has been a general advance in
the value Of lands-that lands which six
months ago might have been had for a dollar
an acre are now held at FIVE. The Charleston
correspondent of this paper writes that 'the
rapidity and extent of this change can only be
fully appreciated by those who have had op-
portunties for observing and contrasting the
present condition of all classes in the South
with their condition twelve months ago.
Rich. Eng.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

ADVANCE IN REAL ESTATE. about eight
months ago Mr.. n f. Cabell, of Nelson, sold
200 acres of land to Mr.. Duncan for 81 600 -
The land contains beds of manganese. MIR.
ID. leased the privilege of working these
beds to Messrs. Horsley 4 Eddins, ninety nine
years, for the sum he paid for the land, and so
had his land without cost. MeSsrs. II. & E.
sold their lease to other parties at an advance.
Several transfers of the lease occurred after
wards, each, we believe, at an advance of price.
The latest transfer, made within q lew days
past, was to the Bugley Baltimore Manganese
Company for the sum of $57, 900 This will
give the holders OF iaVorably situated mineral
lands in this State an idea of their real value.
-Richmond Wing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-01-22

Several inventions now in operation in Eu-
rope have yielded immense fortunes. The pat
entee of device for dressing millstones with
revolving diamond an American invention, has
realized over one million dollars the first year
of the patent. The exclusive right in England
Cor ten years is estimated at 100000 1t is
said that Mr. Bessemer derives an annual in
come of s., 1000 900 from his British steel pat
ants