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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-10-04

Nj. =. B.oHpUEIM has retrncd from tho
North and eau now please the most fastidOus
IN Fall and Winter Clo.hing. Corner King
Fairfax IS sep lift
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
Common Council.

At q called meeting oe tho Common Council,
held September 7th. 1859, there were present
J. b Smoot, esq, President; Messrs. Martin,
Reed, Stein, Baker, Mckenzie, Agnew, Hsr-
mon. Shirley, Moore, Massey and White.
A communication Of the Mayor setting forth
the object of the call, which was the passing OF
resolutions of respect to tho memory OF the late
Secretary of War, Hon. John A. Kawlins, was
received and read, whereupon
The following oferel by Mr.. Mckenzie, was
unanimously adopted:
Whereas it has pleased Almighty God, the
wise dispen-e r OF all human events, in his In
scrutab Providence, to attict the nation by
the loss of ono of its rulers, Major General John
A. Rawins, Secretary of War; and, whoroas,
this Council acknowledge his just and kind
disposition towards the people of Virginia, as
manifested in his endeavors to restore the State
to her place in. the Union therefore
Resolved by thu City Council of Alexandria.
That we mourn his loss; that, as mark of res
pect, we will attend his funeral in q body at
such time rs nay be designated and that a
committee of two from each Board be appoint
to make suitable arrangements to attend his
funeral.
Resolved, Tn.L the Mayor be requested to
commun cate TO the widow of General Raw
ms our profound sympathy for her in tli3 great
bereavement.
Resolved, That the city papers be requested
IT, publish these proceedings.
Alter tho app ointment or Messrs. Mckenzie
and Massey, u committee Of arrangements,
Tno Council then adjourned.
Tcste: &C. WHITTLESEY, Crk.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

Police REpoRT-MAYoR's OFFICE. Ma
tilda Berry. colored, for keeping restaurant d.
F,shtown. without q corporation license was
discharged ;lpon taking out the proper license
ms she exhibited 4 county license, anu pea" -
norance of the law requiring city license,
William Kitten, huckster, Tor f1restaIi'hs'
was fined aud discharged. ,-
Jas. Fontaine, WaShineton city hucS@'er'
far forestalng, was fined and discharged.
Emanuel Webb and Charles Morris, nsG'
watchmen. charged with being asleep on thelr
most were examined and acquitted, as hotn
wore positively ttat they we're neither orun"
OPP .sleen on the night mentioned, and that the
b;llv taken from the fir; named was picked VI
trow the step on which he was sitting, wher(,
he had laid it, while his attention was attracted
70 something else, and was missed as soon a
taken. ,l,a ob1d
Geo. Steurnaelc, for an assault on the chi'o
of John L. Smith, jr., was hnea ana us
Julia Whitley, colored, for disordSry con
duct in Prices alley, was discharged with
reprimand. "a a.,
MAGISTRATES OFFICES. There were no ca
SEES of crlminal character at either VI NV
MAGISTRATES offces this morning.
WATCH REPORT Might clear and CLOUDY a
intervals. with a light shower OF rain ABOUT J.
n'cIocs the temperature being warm, lher
were ssveral colored dances in different quarter
of the city. but no disturbances occurred at an:
| of them, A stray horse was picked up and Sc
cured, There were no dodgers at the watci
house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
TELEGRAPH NEWS.
sPzc1ALD1sPa TCGEs To TnEeAzET1E
Tie Coal fininc Disaster.

PHILADELPHIA. Sept. S.-The Avonaa n.i-c
was successfully opened lhis morning, and a..
the miners, 200 in number, were found dead
piled up together. Tie bodies were in such =
shocking condition as not to be recognized.
Air was forced into the mine all day yrstar-
day through the gangway in which staud+ tie
furnace. 1t has been understood that since
last night the coal in this furnace had ben
drawn out and extinguished uron the first alarm
oil the fire. Such was the report OF those wEo
frs. entered the mine on Monday night, but Il
now seems that this was mistake, and that a
volume of air sent into the mine swept over
the furnace, and carried all the gases and smoke
into the inner recesses of the mine, enough to
have caused the death oil every inmate Of the
mine.
SCRANTON, Sept. S.-Whil9 four men were
down, those who anxiousy awaited the resaI!
of their descent were considerably frightened
by the cracking of the roof OF the tunnel, aud
the falling of part Of it, caused by the cooling
Of the surface rock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT AT a meeting

RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT. AT meeting
of Post No 5, alexandria, Of the Grand Ar
ny of the Republic, Department of Virginia,
Of which post Ellis Spear is Commander, aud
T. F. Shoemaker, Adjutant, held yesterday,
the following resolutions were, unanimously
adopted.
Resolred That this Post is flied with deep
regret by the death of Hon. John A. Rawin~,
late Secretary of War, and is thereby
prompted to this formal expreSsion OF its lively
sympathy with all who regarded the deceased
as conspicuous soldier and patriot, as we'll as
civilian of brilliant promise, and who TO, dag
view his decease as an irreparable national loss
Resolred, In further token of our feelings
over this event that this post will pay It's Re
spects to the exalted worth of the deceased by
attending his funeral obsequies in body II not
10 compatible with tie military programme,
aud that the Adiutant be directed to give no
tcc thereof, to the person or committee In
Washington having such ceremonies in charge,
and to enter these resolutions at length on the
Records Of this Post.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
CITY COUNCIL.
OFFICIAL PROCEEDIN G :
ROard Of Aldermen,

At called meeting of the Board Of Alder
men, held September 9TH, 1869, there were pre-
sent Robt. Bell, esq, President; Messrs: John
son, Harmon, McCaine, Garw,od and Dyson
A communication from The Mayor stating hi
reason tor calling meeting, was received from
the Common Council with preamble and res
olution in regard to the death of Major Genera
Rawlins, late Secretary of War, and their &C
ton concuired in, and Messrs. Garwood ant
Harmon appointed u committee to make neces
sary arrangements.
The Board then adjourned.
Teste: JOHN j. JAMESON, CPk.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

RAILROAD CONNECTION Washington
Star says: "A delegation OF citizens OF Fairfax
county, Va, headed by Judge Thomas, arrived
ia this city yesterday and had an interview with
". W. DUNCAN, esq, Secretary of the AexaD-
dria Canal, Acueduct Railroad and Bridge
Company, ia regard TO the building of railroad
from Georgetown, via Falls Church and Fairlaz
Court House. to connect with the Orange and
Alexandria railroad near Manassas junction.
A full interchange OF views was had, alter
which the delegation retired, satisfied that
nothing could be done at present, a 5 the object
in view could only be accomplished By the COM
pletion of the projected New Orleans aud Bos-
ton through line ana as that project would
fulfil their desires, they decided to abandon the
idea of distinct railroad connection.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
HyL ID Harrison. Auctioneer.

r. PIGMENTS, STOCK, HOUSEHOLD and
KGTCHEN FUKNITURE-Wil be sold at
Clarens, Fairfax county, Va, on TUESDAY.
September DIST, at II o clock a m, if fair, if
not the next fair day, a lot of Farming lmple-
ments and Stock, consisting in part of two
Horses, one Carriage, one Spring wagon on one
Hog Hives Of Bees, Carriage and Wagon Har-
ness; also, Agricultural implements, House
bold Furniture one Field Of Corn standing,
STACKS of Hay, Poultry, &C.. &c. Sale peremp'
'oe esn SIS q. Il. COOK, E1ecutrix.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
The Markets.

NEW YORK, Sep,e inter l.-Stock+ unsettled
Money easier at per cert. Exchange long,
Cd short, 81. Gold feverlsh and weak at ~
Five.twenties, 1862, coupon, Y Ten-toriies,
coupon, lC.. Virginia G:, ex-coupon, ST. North
Carolina is, old, IS; new AZ Flour 5alna
lower. Corn dull and dropping. Wheat ia2e
lower.
BALTIMORE, September s.-Virginias., DID,
4G3 bid, As asked do. le66 So bid, 81 asked DO.
1867 81 bid. Cotton dull and nominal nj \
a34i Flour steady and in fair demand. Wheat
steady prime to choice red l53al57. Corn
firm at 1lSsl22; yellow 10. Oats firm at 5laG9
rive llOall5. Pork dull at S}f. Bacon firm.
Lard quiet at q. Whiskey 9!l3.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

DISTURBANCE. Some disturbance was
created on tho lower end of Union street,
Yesterday evening, about hali-past six 0 clock,
by an attack upon, and chase of, canal
boatsman, by some parties who frequent that
neighborhood, The stranger was exceedingly
feet of foot and succeeded in eluding his pur'
sucrS,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

Council CHAMBER During the Summer
recess of the Common Council, the Chamber
of that Board of the city government has teen
repaired ard refited, and now presents very
neat appearance: A new carpet, a su ggeSted
by CAPTAIN Baker last night, would, however,
add no little Improvement II the room.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

BISHOP WHITES RESIDENCE. Bishop
White no LONGER contemplates leaving this
city. He has succeeded in leasing for three years
the residence on Washington street, between
King and Cameron, recently occupied by Mr.
John s. Knox, and Owned by Mr.. George
II. Smoot The Bishops numerous friends
in this section OF Virginia congratulate them
selves on retaining him in their midst, and
hope before long to purchase him a handsome
home here-ior which purpose fund is now
being raised.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

PROPERTY SALES -Messrs. Beck Knox x
Kerry, real estate agents and auctioucers, have
recently sold The brick dwelling on Duke street,
belonging the late A. p. Cover, and occupied
by him as his dwelling, to Mrs. VI. c.
Somervile and sisters, of this city, for $4,000.
Mr. Josiah Ford has purchased of Mr. John
4. Miburn the house on King street, next to
the southwest corner OF King and Payne SITS,
for 81 500.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

&. a o. CA&Ar the low wa'or =. 'fo canal
having causc! Ia, uroJ - 70. 81 oit from t he
various mills in Georgetown, there is great dis
satisfaction among the milers, who claim mat
such state of affairs could have been prevent
3D. or could even now be reme5icd by the caoal
officials But, the question is, how can the
'canal officials make rain Gomez
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
- -
MARRIED..

At Monumental Church, in Richmond, on
Tuesday, the 9Th instant, by Rev. DIR. Peter kim
HENRY A. CURTIS, Clerk Of the Count OF
Appeals of Virginia, formerly Of st. Adams,
Vermont, to Miss w. RADCLIFFE formerly
Of Washington city No cards ,no cnsne, of the
ON dI@sd% Seminary, Fairfax county Va by
B nnI Johns. Rev. WILLIAM d LAIRD.
~ Wecl,lenburg CO., Va, to ROSA l., daughter
" Rov DR.. Packard of Fairfax county.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
Secretary Of WIZ.

WAsHING1oN, September S.--Thc President
to day appointed General Sherman to act as
Secretary Of War until the vacancy occlsinneu
by the death of Gen. Rawlins shall be iiI'ed'
The impression is strong here thai zen
6. NJ. Dodge, of Iowa, will receive tie ap-
rointment OF Secretary Of War
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

FREIGHT MOVING. Thirty two heavy laden
freight cars, which had collected at Washington
during the recent suspensionoF transportation
over the Washington and Alexandra Railroad
at the draw bridge, passed through this city
this morning via the Orange, Alexindrh and
Manas ;as Railroad, on their way to the south
wcst-the bridge, as anticipated by The Gazette
ofyesterday, having been repaired.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

The DRoUGHT. The fields and pastures in
the neghborhood of Catlett's Station, it is sta
ted, are so dry from the absence OF rain that IN
several places they have caught fire from the
sparks OF passing trains, and burned over large
tracts. In some sections OF Fauquier and Prrce
William no rain has fallen since the tn OF June
over three months. There were showers OF
rain in parts OF Fairfax county yesterday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
ulIIiNERY & STRAW GOODS
RI b b o n S ,

NIIl!iN EK1 3 6INA W uOVN1
MSTRON CATOR & CO..
2}7 g. 2Ge Baltimore ST.. Baltimore.
,,,,or,or. and Iobbers of Bonnet and Trimming
Ribbons' Velvet aud Sash Ribbons. Bonnet
silks Sstins and VevetS Illusions EInnoh b S1n
a a-"o o,d Festhers, Straw Bonnels and Ladies
f Gst sna trimmed and untrimmoa, silk Velvet
and Felt Bonnets and Hats, Sundowns and
Shaker Hoods. ,,.,.. AZ.
The largest stock Of Millinery Goods in thls
wbicb we offer at prices that will defy compe-
tition. Orders s)icited.
baltimore sep S-lmS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
RHlel4cI

PHILADELPHIA, September S.-Ihe parties
heard yesterday charged with completely IN the
Brooks assassination, had hearing to day on
a writ of habeas corpus, and have been dis
charged by Judge Bruser.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
Suicide.

PHILADELPHIA, September 3.-Joseph Sny'
der the murderer of Mr.. Carter at Far
mount Park, committed suicide this morning
in Moyamensing prison by holding his head
in q bucket of water.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

The STEAMER COLUMBIA started on her trip
to Baltimore to-day, with very large amount OF
freight and an unusual number Of passengers,
for the various landings on the Maryland and
Virginia shores, on both sides of the Potomac,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
Death of senator Fessenden.

PORTLAND, Maine, Sep. S.-Senator fes'
sender died this morning at $50. DE was
sensible until within an hour of his death,
and had passed a comfortable night Until
o'clock
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

PERSONAL. go Gov Wells is in Washington, on
business connected with the Alexandra Canal
Aqueduct
Thos. Il. Taylor OF Loudoun, Senator elect
from this district, was in town this morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

ASSAULT ON TREsPAssERs. Mr. James
Duncan, who resides on the Aims House lane,
acd who has lately suffered greatly by the pil'
t.ring Of the trespassers on his place, yesterday
fred upon two unknown parties who had To-
vaded his premises, and, from the blood spots In
the tracks they made in their escape 1t Is
supposed that one at least of them was wounded
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

GRAPES. We have received from MessrS'
Hoffman & Sen box of delicious CataWba
grapes, grown by Mr.. e. W. Hoffman, at
Linden Station, in Warren county, Mr.
Hoffman is extensively engaged in the cnl'
turc of grapes and fruit.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
,,TughrKINDALE ESTATE FOR SALE


hpr virtue of y decree of the Circuit Court OF
Stafford county, rendered At March term, laos.
in tho suit OF A. IL Fhzhugh vs. M Sry mn n;a
| Wsrron and others, the undersigned, Commis-
~ ars nnpointed for mat purpose. oifer LOT :,
slgi'. 80. . H'EhET OF LAND known as AKh'
,WW1n,HHI :, rtlining 200 scres, STU Ecu n III
y IA ~, CO.. md bounded by the 70
stafford county, w. half miles on on'
| tomac river TOR two ana 4. one mile and
SIDE and by Aqua creek for down yer,
| hall en- another side, ar d runnlnS here lie
| near to the mouth OF Aqua creek. l.. VA
large FISHERY on this estate. which
| tshed very successfully last year, and seGetn
other fisheries could be established along the
shores Of the river and creek.
There are several TEN mt HOUSES,
barns and other farnl buildings on different
| portions o.: this estate. The quality of tho soil
| j. vCry superior; the land lies beautifully I'M
duls:ing, and is admirably adapted to tho use
| Of improved implements over the whole tract.
The condition of this land Is good and II is be-
ing now euI[iyated to eon GIs.
There is On abundance Of timber and wood
land eor building, ienciag and frewood pur
poses. Thi- tract l. easy Of access by steam
bort and rail from Baltimore Washington,
Alexandria. Richmond, Norfolk and Freder-
ck,bur9.
The terms Of sale, prescribed by said decree.
are MS follows. viz Ten per cent of the pur-
chase money to be paid in cash the residue IN
three equal payments at l. and 3 years from
the dag o sale; the deferred payments to bear
interest, and t. BE- secured by the bonds oil me
purchaser. with good personal security, and
retention of title until al SAID payments are
made and the land liable T. os re;old upon the
failure of the purchaser to complete his pur'
chase or comply with the terms If sale. un
Tbis property i offered for sale privately uh'
III FkIDAY. the 10Th day Of September next.
when, if not SID, it vii be offered publicly for
sale, in front of tie Mayor: Office, Alexandris,
Va, At u m either rs who;e or IN tracts 70
suit it, pufcha.ers, a. may be deemed advisable
on day Of sale. it.. 90 ,h;s os,ate.
oor ' a. i "a a. IN. Office of VIM. II. BECK q
20, Real Este agents and Au''ioH'sF'' %
Pesreons desiring to purchase can either apply
to John Il Sate esq., stafford C. d. w. W. TO
Wm' II Beck s. Co., Alexandris, Va; or to
Lawrence d. Taylor. Attorney at Law, Alex
andra Va LAWRENCE Is; TAY LOB
JOHN II. SUTTLE,
WALKER 2. CONWAY,
Stafford co., il 2s-eots Comm RS. OF sale.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

Observation-Disclosures. j. H. Ovens & Co., No.
South Wharves, will continue to keep through
the season, a regular supply OF oysters when
they VIII sss1 to Tsc ,ae yesterday fine lot
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
Fairfax CO., aug
DURIICSALEO A SMALL TRACT OF
- InnDnIvN LAND

Being authorized by the parties in interest Il !
will offer for SALE NJ public auction. In front OF
tbn Cont House, in Lees burg on MONDAY.
the I3.h day OF September 1859 about twelve
o clock 10, q TRACT OF LAND. IN Lo9doun
county. living at the base OF tho Blue Ridge,
wiIbi,9' four miles of the located line of the A.
H. " II. X R, s miles from uPperyiliei ana 10
rdioiring tho ants OF townsend Frazier, Il Z.
Inlet H. y G FUR and others, eonts,nlrg
ONE M n DRED ard aIAFY;,oNE ACkE,.
lbroo rood. rcd t%cnty-tw0 poles. berg patt
Of the Belmont farm Formerly tho aome,
s.esd of Benjamin Grayson, dec'd s Fl sal saia
divided half now belonging 10 MAYOR hdmuhu
The lnnd is of excellent quality, produe my
this year oyer twelve bushels OF wheat TO tns
scr.. with Il inc prospect for corn IS wei,
ndsnted to grazing; under good fencing ana
well waterod More than haIt OF the tract IS IA IA,
tho finest timber in Lou1oun county, much oil
Il ynjusblo for mill shafts, &c. 1t !: very
desirable little farm, and II IS ono Gt inc oeS'
TEKMS-Ono hal cash, and the residue III
,z,' We months, well secured; ... T.,
ARIH. L. ROGERS, Attorney, &c.
,.,.I,,,u co . atp 27-eots
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

THE WEATHER. "A slight shower this morn
ing-but afterwards hot sunshine. We hope
the drought Is broken" a fine shower tell
this evening.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
CITY ITEMS.

For THE NoRTH.-Mr. Henry Strauss ha:
lett for New York to purchase his fall supply
of goods. He will return in few days with Z
splendid as 'rtment of clothing, boots anc
shoes, hats and gents wear. sep 7-3t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

BEFORE opening my fall stock, shall onel
all nv last seasons heavy goods, suitable fol
fall and winter wear, ut prices much below
value. The assortment comprises garments FOL
g9ntlomon youths and boys.
SEM S. DEALHAM, 81 King ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
LOCAL NEWS.

ELECTION ORDERED. BY order Of General
Candy. issued yesterday. a special election will
be held in this county % Tuesday, the 2Sth
day of September, 1869, for the purpose OF fill
ing the vacancy .occasioned by the death Of
James t. Close, member elect to the House OF
Delegates The election will be conducted in
all respects in conformity with the provisions oil
General Order No. 81, OF May 81, 1869, and
the laws appended thereto.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

PosroFF1cEs. AT Clifton, Va, the Post
masters salary is increased from 500 to s44
per annum to take effect October lst, 1869;
at Edge Hill, Va, the salary of the Post
master is increased from S25 to S72 year
from 1t October
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

DisoRDERLY The boys who nightly con-
gregaie on the west end ofthe tunnel were more
dsorderly last night than usual, aud the crowd
had to be dispersed by officer Webster.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

Mus. c. L. SIMPSON No. l25 King street has
now on hand n very elegant assortment OF MIL
liner Goods of every description and variety
Her Flowers are the most beautiful in the mar,
ket, and her Grapes, Lsces and Ribbon are all
wei! selected Also tho Neapolitan and straw
Gocds ara very fine Call and see them before
nTrrbsSing elScwhere my ID
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08

CANDiDATE FOR THE LEGIsL AZURE. AS
will be seen by reference to notice In another
column of to days Gazette, Capt. David L.
Smoot will be supported by his numerous
friends for the vacant position of delegate from
this county to the State Legislature.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-09-08
Mr. 8 gIM.

Corner King and Fairtar Streets,
+, n, Ike room for his fall stock. jy21
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r 1 M E.
REDUCTION IN PRICE.

The FRONT ROYAL LIME CoMPAN IN. !
iii ssu at their depot, in Alexsrdria 1resh
wood burnt lime at 81 per barre! III b'!k'
~ lift