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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18
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la Bellngh.m. Mass, AuGu-. 10Th, lN}',
Miss LOUISA LOVE MASSEY, daughter of
Rev j. r. Mas ey, aged 26 years She was born
in Middleburg, Va, and ever loved Virginia
with her whole heart. 50 write oere"yed
one from her distant home
GEORGIA. wife OF Philip H. Carper, died III
Loudoun county. Va, June the 18th, 1863
aged u years,
In Baltimore. on tho 10th IN tant ELIZA
BETH, wife of Madison Lowering, and eldest
daughter of the late Aaron L. Lowering, aged
81 years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

A Mr.. Kennedy has invented clock whose
works are moved by electricity. The whole
affair is said to be very simple The clock,
which thus far has kept excellent time, re,
quires no winding, all the parts being moved
automatically, and no attention, after it is once
set and regulated, except to place spoonful of
acid iu the battery about twice year.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

The London papers of yesterday devote
much space to discussion OF the relations OF
Spain and the United States. The Telegraph
intimates that in case OF war Great Britain
would ike very much to repeat the Alabama
and kindred enterprises, while the Star, the
Liberal organ, announces that all the difficulties
are 10 be settled.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18
We again call the attention of the f.-iner-
Maryland and Virginia to ouE
ENCEISIOR

We again call tue attention OF lAS l.. ilNl- ".
Maryland and Virginia to our
EXCELSIOR
conpo.ed of 100 pounds Of No. Peruvian ia
ano, and 800 pounds of Soluble Phosphate o.
Lime tbones dissolved in sulphuric acid, got
ash and soda, forming the most concentrHt"i
universal aad durable fertilizer ever oiie,ec 60
the farmer combining all the, stimula'lre
properties OF Peruvian Guano, and the ever q Do
rabie fertilzing properties Of Ground Bones
Excelsior is in tine dry powder, prepared
presaly for drilling, and can bespplied IN AZ
au4ntity per acre, however small and II Is w
opinion of many close CO culating farmers, a'ir-
ELEVEN years experience in testing It side
bv side with othor popular fertilizers. that ~
application of 100 pounds of Excelsior Is ecu.
to 20J to 80 pounds of any other fertilz"r "'
cusno offered for sale. therefore i; fully zoos
To 200 per cent leape-.
E-t~THE VERY BEST EVIDEECE WE CAh 'i
FER OF TIE VALUE OF OUR EXCEIsIok ~ 4
CROP GROWER AND FeRTILIZER Is THE FACT -
ITS REISG INITIATED AND CONTEMPLATED /.
THIS AND OTHER CITIES.
Ms- Farmers should see that the ANALl' l-
ana name of j. J. TURNER & co. a.s
branded on every bag in RED hETItE2.-
All Others are c0unterfeits
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

The Deseret News of the 7th instant says that
according to telegram, the Powell Expedi-
ton arrived safely at the mouth of the Rio
Virgen on the both of August. Major Powell
himself had arrived at st. George, Utah, on
his way home and would be in Salt Lake in
a few days. Three of his men had been kill
ed on the expedition for having killed an
Indian squaw.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

The Washington correspondent OF the Bal
timore Gazette says that the New Orleans
Custom House frauds" exceed in enormity
and the length OF time in which they have
been constantly practiced unexposed any 9th
ers in the entire history of the country. Al
intimation is thrown out that the govern
ment, unable to Fix completely" upon those
engaged in the frauds, will arrange" to settle
the matter, by the payment Of the full dutie:
upon the fraudulently imported sugars, tobac
co, Sc, This will never do. First, let there
be a iull investigation; and then bring to JUS
tice the perpetrators of the frauds, and all con
cerned in them; for they can be found.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

The Georgetown Courier thinks at 4
Worlds or International Fair, held in Wash
iugton Just now, the most that could De exhib-
tied would be "Shoddy and Cheek" Let US
hope, however, that something else could be
shown in I'LL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

MIR. Seward has given occasion to some
laughter at his expense, in consequence OF his
late iaudation Of Alaska in his SlGka speech.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER Is. 1869.
The Richmond Dispatch, in reference to TIT

The Richmond Dispatch, in reference to the
election of u. S. Senators, by the Virginia
Legislature, favors that scheme, anu says ut
has the best reason for knowing that the con-
struction of Mr.. Hoar's opinion, in the
Cabinet, is that it presents no obstacle to the
Senatorial election" 1t isquite probable, that
il Gen. Candy consents, and the President is
reported to be favorable" and it is thought
to be in accordance with the 'policy," and 1t is
ascertained that the proper kind OF men for the
policy" can be elected, the election may be
urged. A Geographic dispatch from Richmond,
dated yesterday, says that the state Central
Conservative Committee have adopted reso-
luton advising against the election OF u. 5.
Senators, at the session Of the Legislature,
which is to commence on October 9Th.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18
Route Proposed for -. L.. & Ii. Il Z;

To tie Editor of tie AAttRd,Ta Go:efte:
The interest cqR iG Byor m3Pstfd by you
sufficient apology Tor this communication. The
original scheme OF the ROAD local road from
Alexandria to the Georges Creek Goa region
intersection OF the Baltimore and Ohio rail
road, at New Creek Station, Mineral county,
West Virginia, % miles west OF Cumberland,
Md, )-appears to have been lost sight OF in an
over weaving anxiety for the extension OF the
road to the Ohio-certainly desirable work.
Now it may DC well to suggest I route west
ward from Winchester, which is to accommo-
date both interests, and make common point
of departure both to the coal fields and OHIO
river, in the county OF Hampshire.
The route proposed, and to which the atten'
ton of the engineers of the Alexandria, Lou
doun and Hampshire railroad company Is par
tlcularly invited, is as follows: From Winchcs.
ter, through Smiths Gap of the North Noun
tain. to Lockhart's, on Back Creek, twelve
miles west of Winchester, passing L)ckhart' 5
pursue hollow, il by the Anderson Brick
House, bringing us to the vicinity OF Timber
Ridge. This will require short tunnel
or deep cut, and you get out above Big Caba
river, three miles above Caba Bridge, or can
fall down to Capon Bridge ITSELF on the North
west turnpike, 10 miles west OF Winchester
Following Kales' run up to gap in Capon
mountain, and afterwards Dllon's run, you
reach Smiths Gap, in North River mountain,
without difficulty. Smiths Gap is about six
miles south Of North River Bridge, on North
west turnpike, changing Rock place, formerly
Charles Blues, and from that point the gap
beyond Gibson's on South Branch, en- route to
the coal field and Moorefeld, are both entirely
accessible The attention of engineers Is ear
nostI1 commended IN this route and If Is HOr-
thy OF especial regard upon the joint considcra-
tons OF economy, drectness and entire satisfac.
ton of two great and paramount objects of de.
sirable misunderstanding the coal field and
the Ohio river.
1t is of real importance that the route pro-
posed be examined, and parties converslnt with
the country represent it ms the best, cheapest
and most direct route within the company's
choice. Publication of this communication will
be OF Importance in directing the attention Of
those interested to what those who have good
opportunity to know, regard as the great high
way from Alexandria to the Westward.
HAMPSHIRE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

According TO rGmor there are serious appre-
tensions among the agents o! the /. ;. bond
holders. of difcutic5 IL our foreign relations.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

GxoRdxrow,7 CATTLE MAnEET.-Iho mar
ket Yesterday at Drovcrs' Rest was lively and
remarkably well attended We quote lou
S3.j0.S6 - per leo lbs gross lfGl sheep and
Lamb brought from :2,S5 1he above igdi'
Gates growing supply and very good price
for this markct9 Not inclu tod in tho above
enumeration were 20 head Of choice Cattle
era cd by Armistead Carter, OF Loud9Ih county
Va. that brought $50 per lo) ID Gross
I.n.u.t uLrl CllrLcr.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18
EXCELSIOR "

Containing ......1 per coz
Super Phosphate equivalent - Bone
Phosphate of Lime. per '"a;
Potesb and Soda ............... ..... per ccf 3
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

Extensive aud disastrous conhagrations &C
cured in various sections Of the country yes
terday; of manufacturing establishments in
New York and Philadelphia, a railroad depot
ut Cleveland. and chemical works and dwellings
at Lendan and Toronto, Canada At Toronto
two children and 6'ruan p0rishod IN the
flames. The aggregate loss Of property APP
proaches q halt million dollars. An account
Of some Of these fires was given under the
telegraph he, ] ia yesterdays Gazette.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

Secretary Boutwell, made short speech al
the Union League Club House in New York
on Thursday night, indicating his strong faith
10 the finances of the country and our ability
to pay the debt. lie considered that good
share Of the debt could now be funded at four
per cent, and when the interest account was
reduced to one hundred millions We should
have such surplus that, at the present rate OF
taxation, would pay the national debt in twelve
years. The Secretary spoke OF his endeavors
to prevent the gold gamblers and brokers from
making money By the Governments operations.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18
4 SHBY & Co,
are UP WITH THE TINES
a hne stock OF
ID K / G. o o ID = e,

IT small price,. Don't fail % call AMI see o..
fine stock of CA93IMHRES, including lsrg
lot o; the celebrated VIRGINIA HOLSIOH
MILLS.
Our success in goods, suitable for young me9.
has induced US to enlarge our stock OF Fin +.
CLOTHS and CASoIMEKGS. We are con
stanty receiving sions 70 our already me
stock of DRY GOODS. We invite tho publ
to call and eZamine them.
ASHBY & co, 70 King st.
z. s;.-We will receive in few days our Ia
supply of DRESS GOODS, CARPETS and
OIL CLOTHS fsep l5-lwl a, & 20
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18
FINANCIAL & r4s,luumUiaA.

ALEXANDRIA MARKET. Sep.lS.-Flour luiet
with limited receipts. The demand for Wheat
was fair, vita offerings Of 200 bushels Whi.e
and 4,779 bushels red; sales Of white At - and
red at $50, s, 40 Ill, li2, liz and ii3-qra!i'y
ordinary to good. The receipts Of Corn are
light, with sales Of iniyed at III for damaged
and ll9al2l tor good. One sale, under pocu-
liar circumstances, at l2G. Rye quiet offerings
light and sales at los For Oats there was NJ
active demand. with sales Of 2,7co bushels st
81, SIS, % ard GO
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

WASHINGTON ITEMs.-Y esterday Mr.. II. e..
h. Wilson, a fourth class clerk who halls from
Baltimore, declined to give an answer to the
question, What have you done for the cause
Of the Union?" and enclosed was the resigna
ton Of the clerk, which was promptly accepted.
An order has been issued in the War De-
rartment building making messengers rcspon-
sible for all articles purloined. One messenger
has charge of three or four rooms.
Commissioner Delano will not return for
several weeks. He will remain 10 Ohio till
next week, when he will go to Pennsylvania to
speak for the Radical nominees.
Mrs. Fitzgerald, residing on G street south,
between Thirteen and a half and Fourteenth
SITS, yesterday committed violent assault upon
her husband with an axe, inhlcting 4 severe
and dangerous wound upon his head Family
difficulties, it is alleged, caused the assault.
A Il. Stcrrltt, whose arrest was noticed yes
terday, to await reply to q telepraphic dis.
patch concerning him, sent to Chicago, was
yesterday afternoon discharged from custody,
intelligence having been received that nothing
against his character was known in that city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

1t is said that a further increase ct the sila
ries OF the Executive officers OF the govern
ment, in Washington, is to be recommended Il
Congress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF LAND. NEAR
/ VIENNA STATION, ON THE A., l.. y
Ii. K. R.-By virtue of a deed of trust, executed
to me by Il. u. Butts and wife for the benefit of
L. c. Ostrander, dated January lst, 1868, and
duly recorded ong the land records of Fair
fax county, l will sell, by public auction, at
Fairfax Court House, on MONDAY, October
Is h, 1869, that being Court day, the TRACT
or LAND in the said deed mentioned, upon
which the said l.. ID. Butts now resides, Iylng
near Vienna station, on the Alexandria, Lou
doun and Hampshire Railroad containing one
hundred acres, moro or less. This land is of
good quality, is well watcred AID wooded and
has on it p good DWELLING HOUSE, HssA
Barn. Apple and Peach Orchards, &c. .Easl.
TEKMS-$t00 Of the purchase money VIII be
required in cash; $3.50 on tho fr-t o! January
next and the residue Of the purchase money
or the lst Of January, 1871 the rurrl ascr to
give bonds for the deferred payment, to besr
interest from tho day of sale, and the title to be
retained until tho last payment is mac.
o. ". HUNTH Trustee.
Fairfax co. sop 1S-lawts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

G. 80. CANAL COMMERCE. -Notwithstand-
mo the low stage of water in the canal, 2l2
boats have arrived since our last issue, AS be-
ing recorded on the Collector books ior tne
first II days @! the month, an average Oh %
daily The water is rising, AMI the ruHioer VI
arrivals will very soon increase, when Is very
desirable. as the companies have several YES
sells at their wharyes, awaiting cargoes tor east
ern points. Much OF the delay In obtaining
coal is owing to the wretcncd, worn out coma
ton of the Penn .yvauia and Cumberland tall
road, that brinss the black diamonds from
the mines to the Canal. Besides the coal laden
boats, we note arrivals Of red stone peaches,
| limestone, bark, wood, grain and Hour
| Georgetown Courier.
RANDOLPH MACON COLLEGE. VA.-We are
pleased to hear that the session Of Randolph
| Macon Collere, soon to begin at Ashland,
PROMISES to be one OF the most prosperous IN
the history OF that excellent institution OF learL-
| ing. Il deserves liberal patronage. NO COLLEGE
| has more talented, learned and cstlmablC
| president than Dr.. Duncan. In addition to
| this, Ashland is healthy, its people moral and
| religious, and the corps OF professors oil th'
college eminent for their scholarship auC
| ability.
The Democratic Convention At Cincinnati
Yesterday nominated ticket composed equally
OF Democrats and Republican Ct V7nScrTa
tive tendencies
1t is said that further increase ct the Sila
ries of the Executive officers of the govern
ment, in Washington, is to be recommended 4
Congress.
| Mr.. Seward has given occasion to some
laughter at his expense, in Consequence OF hl'
late iaudation of Alaska in his Sltka speech.
According to r.mor there are serious appre
tensions among the agcu,s o! the L. 5. bond
holders. of dinicr.tie5 H. our foreign relations
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

NIFTY ACRES OF LAND Ar C0MMlS-
II SIONER'S SALE.-Pursusnt t. tho de-
cree of tho Circuit Court OF Fairfax county,
rendered at Novem Der term, lSGS, in the suit OF
c. A. Arundel use j. g. Gunnei's trustee, vs.
Cathsrina Harris and others. the urdorsigned,
as Commissioner named 10 said decree, will, on
MONDAY, the 18th day of October, 1893, that
being Court day, sell, to the highest bidder, be-
fore the front door Of Fairfax Court House,
that TRACT o. PA HChII of LAND conveyed
by the said Arundel to o. W. Hunt in trust
for Catharine Harris, containing 80 acres. This
land adjoins the lands of the late Thomas COT
fer near Costigan. and is desirable. Those de-
string to purchase will call on Mr. &. \. Arun-
dell, at his residence.
TERMS-Une-tentn OF the purchase money,
or sufficient TO pay costs Of suit and expenses
of sale, IN hand. liable TO be forfeited should
the purchaser fail to complete his purchase the
residue in three equal instruments, payable at
six, twelve and eighteen months, with Interest
from day Of sale, to be secured by the bonds Of
the purchaser, and retention of title until tho
last payment is made Stamps and Conveyance
ing 10 be paid Tor by the purchase.
H. II COCK EHlLLB, Comm.
Enirfuy CO. sep 1S-Iawts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

A Geographic dispatch made us state yester-
day in the news items that an election had ia
ken place in Nebraska, whereas it appears,
from later intelligence, that the election refer
red to took Place in Colorado.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

The County Conservative Convention Of
Prince Georges county, Md, has nominated
Geo. G. Wilson, for State Senator, and Fen
dali Marbury, Richard Wootton, and Chas. s
Duvall, for the House OF Delegates, An excel
lent ticket
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

Bishop George f. BahnsOn, one of the
most eminent and popular ministers III the
Moravian Church, died on the evening of the
l4th, at his residence in Salem, North Caro-
lima
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

The Supreme Court of Pa. has refused to
grant writ OF error in the case of DR.. Schappe,
convicted at Carlisle, Of the murder of Miss
Stinnecke.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

The Democratic Convention At Cincinnati
Yesterday nominated ticket composed equally
OF Democrats and Republican ci ConscrSa-
tive tendencies
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

kAoIIN IN Brock GAP.-John 2. Pence,
Isaac +. Branner, DR.. j. c. Holman, Jonathan
Branner and W. F. Landes, while searching
for stone coal in 1867, found in the gap at the
foot OF Church mountain, east side, large de-
post OF this valuable material they think it
is inexhaustibe, and they have sent some Of it
to Philadelphia, where it was scientifically ex-
amined and pronounced very fine aud super
Tor specimen OF this useful and, in our Valley,
rather scarce material, at least SO far as we
have known up to the present time. -RocIiing.
ham Register.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

ALA n. RAILROAD. This Improvement,
fron Ito commencement "a the present time.
has been admirably managed, and from the
small resources at the command OF the company
much has been done in extending its construc-
zion. Its prospects are more encouraging at
this time, than at any former period. Two
corps, Ia charge OF the most accomplished engl-
necrs are now in the field, making 4 careful
survey Of the route from Wincheste to the
Ohio, the approximate distance OF which will
be, from Alexandria, about three hundred and
thirty miles. The region Of country 1t will
traverse, abounds in the richest and most mex.
haustible mineral beds, and is diversified by the
most beautiful scenery, and will have tributary
to it some Of the most fertile sections oil Ilr.
GINA.
The prospective resources OF this work can
be imagined only by proper estimate. OF what
capacity can be created to accommodate the
trade which will seek transportation over It's
route The great west and the wonderful
growth and productivencss OF the Mississippi
Valley, which will seek to pour their surplus
resources upon the Atlantic coast, will be far
more than the capacity OF all the roads now
constructed and in contemplation can accom-
modatc. When completed, it is destined to pay
Il IuuUSOluG TClull w lJS slOSh nbu bohu hoia
crs. Prudent capitalists have looked over the
field of railroad enterprises, considered the
prospects as offered by the points to be con,
nected, and have largely invested in this work.
They know what an immense amount OF trade
and travel will leave the Pacific coast and the
vast interior country for the Atlantic, and the
shortest and most advantageously located rail
road will prove the most lucrative competitor
TOR that trade, and must be vastly remunera-
tive when in full operation. They are now
urgiug on the work, and will IN few years
have it connecting the Potomac and Ohio
rivers, when it will be one of the first improve
men 10 the country in every point essential
for the success of great railroad enterprise.
Virginia capitalists would find this good
investment the interest Is now paid promptly
upon its bonds, and when completed, it will
pay handsomely upon the whole cost of the
work. - L.esbrg WaShingtoaiaH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

1t Is estimated by the treasury officials that
reinstatement this month will show SIC, 200, 900
decrease of the public debt. We hope this es
innate may turn out to be correct
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

DEMONSTRATION. "A Washington spe.
cial to the New York Herald, dated Thursday,
10th, says:
Information has been received here from
Richmond of N infamous plot set on foot by
radical leaders to defeat the admission OF this
State into the Union at the meeting of Con
gress. Its main object, after the tit teenth
amendment is ratified, is by strategy to hllbus-
ter the Virginia question over to the next ses-
sion OF Congress, and thus keep the present
radical appointees of General Candy in Office
another twelve months. Under the consttu
ton elections for judges, sherifs, and city.and
county officials take place in May, and the off
GERS elected enter upon the discharge OF their
duties the following July. II the State Is ad-
mitted before May next all the present office
holders by military appointment would be GUS
ted. In order, therefore, to save their radical
minions it has been determined to keep he
State out another term if possible. With tins
view number of letters have been received
from several radical members of Congress coun-
selling strenuous opposition by the party
there to the restoration of the State.
The WEATHER AND THE CROPS.-We have
had during the past week, clear sunny days,
and bright, cool and beautiful nights. The
crops are thriving to the satisfaction OF the
planters. Cotton picking is general. The worm
is no longer terror The sugar cane is matur-
ing. And the prospect for good harvest gen
orally, is encouraging, Opefo"sas tL6H'sia"d)
Journal Sept, II,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18
G r \ HAM BIS UT

ir.Tl "A entirely new recipe.
mood til everybody, but especially dy-icP
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18
PRICE so PER Ton

Composed Of tho most concentrated mate
rails, II Is richer in Ammonia and Soluble Pho
phates than any othcr fertilizer Sold except our
"Excesior," and is made with same care and
upervision-untorm quality guaranteed Fine
ard dry, in excellent order for drilling Ps"F-
ell in bags and barrels.
PEICE $50 PER TON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-18

DAUGHS RAW BONE PHOSPHATE
- Warranted TO contain a basis OF pure Ra"
Bone, and no mineral or Inert matter whatey-
or A Fertilizer of % years standing, equal TO the
best in tho market and sold 1T n price much
below any other article equalling 1t in value.
Price 9jS per 200 lbs. For sale by
THOMAS PERRY,
General Commission Merchant for the sale Of
Flour. Grain, SC, Alexa., Va. aug l6-eolI