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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

Everybody seems to be hurrying up to ex-
press appreciation of what Gen. Grant said to
the Congress committee last Saturday. There is
an idea in Washington that some OF the ertre-
miists against Gen. Grants election, are to be
the lOudest in their hurrahs under the new ad-
miuistration! This is quite probable. But,
what Gen. Grant said, was. we think, very
good and we'll timed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

The New York Christian Observer says the
managers OF the American Bible Society have
virtually decided to discontinue the May ami
versary meetings. These MAY anniversary
meetings" have generally come to be, "a bye
word and reproach.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

President johnson has vetoed an act trans
fering the duties of the trustees OF the colored
schools Of Washington and Georgetown, on
the ground that the colored people do not wish
the transfer, and because ''the colored people
of Washington and Georgetown are at present
not represented by person of their own race
in either OF the Boards of Trustees Of public
schools appointed by the municipal authori-
ties"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
Foreign News.

The amnesty petition which will be present
ed to Queen Victoria by the Lord Mayor oil
Dublin, contains over one hundred thousand
signatures,
A dispatch from Nice mentions the death in
that CITY of Fuad Pacha, the Turkish Minister
Of Foreign Affairs, and representative OF the
Turkish Government in the Conference recent
y in session in Paris.
The future form OF Government for Spain
is the enerossing question with the Constituent
Cortes and the people. The proposition for a
directory for certain number Of years has been
abandoned, and regency and council have
been suggested instead.
The Spanish Cortes organized yesterday by
electing Rvero President The Provisional
Government continues its efforts to battle the
schemes of the protectionists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

The Prince Georgian complains of distur-
Dances by the laborers on the Baltimore and
Potomac Railroad, who, on being paid off on
Monday last. took possession of Marlboro for
the day, compelling stores to be closed, &c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

LARGE LAND SALE.-lt is stated that the
Salt Pond Mountain, containing 1000 acres,
has been sold to company OF TennesseeanS
for $1,000 Several hotels will be built on
the mountain, and the property otherwise I'M
proved. 49, LNlchJmg Nc1CS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

Gen. Webb. Marshal for the Inauguration,
is perlecting his arrangements for the inaugu-
ration procession, on March 4th, which pro.
misses to be one of the most imposing pOgeants
ever witnessed in this country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

The Lynchburg Republican advises holding
county meetings for the purpose of Inviting
and encouraging immigration to Virginia.
These meetings arc being held in Georgia and
Tennessee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

Sanford Conover, fellow notorious, not
long ago convicted of perjury, and sentenced to
the Albany penitentiary, has been pardoned by
the President.
The pardon states that ut is represented by
Hon. A. G. Riddle, counsel for the govern
ment in the trial of John ii. Surratt, ana non,
Joseph Holt, judge advocate general, thal
without solicitation and In the interest OF tr9tn
and justice Conover gave valuable ln1ormatlon
to the government, which was used TO ASSIST
the prosecution, and that he is entitled TO I the
favor of the Executive upon the principle tAal
requires from the government recognition OF OF
such service" and that he has already served
two years of his sentence.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

A slight earthquake at San Francisco on
Saturday. At other places in California the
earth was disturbed on the 10th.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
By Green aS wise, Auctioneers.

GALE OF VALUABLE PROPERTY ON
y WASHINGT TON STREET, SCHOOL AP-
PARATUS, &c.-Under authority of decree
of the Circuit Court oftho u. 5. for the District
Of Virginia, rendered at its Fall term, 1869, IN
the suit Of Miller ct al. VS.. Kemper OF al, the
subscribers, as Special Commissioners of the
Court, will Offer for sale, at public auction, at
II o clock M. on SATURDAY, tho 18th day
of March, 1863 the property on the west side OF
Washington street, between Cameron and
Queen streets, a leynndria Va, formerly known
as Benz. HallowclPs ALEXAN DRIA BOARD,
ING SCHOOL, having front of ninety five
feet inches on Washington street, and extend
ing with that width through the square.
Also, large lot of Philosophical al and Cheml,
cal Apparatus Telescope. and other personal
property.
for the real estate one fifth OF the purchase
money to be cash the residue to be in three
equal instalments, at six, twelve and eighteen
months from day Of sale, with interest," the
purchaser to give his bonds with good personal
security for the deferred payments and the IT,
tie to be retained till the purchase-moncy Is
fully paid Sale to take place on the promises
LAWRENCE 4. TAYLOR.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

Professor A. Snowdcn Pigpott, for many
years resident of Baltimore, died suddenly a
few days since at Richmond, Va, during a
brief visit there. The high reputation he had
acquired in his profession was gained in the
department. Of Analytical Chemistry, on which
subject he had published several works, and
also contributed many valuable papers to the
scientific journals OF the day. During the late
war DR.. Piggott occupied an important posi-
ton under the late Confederate Government
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
=7FvANNP7A GAZFTTE AND VIRGINIA ADVERTISER.

FINE CArrLE.-Some of the finest cattle
ever fattened in the Valley of the Shenandoah
were sold and driven from the celebrated oteeh-
bergen estate, near Mt. Jackson, week ago;
The lot consisted of rs head, fed for the last
two years by Messrs. Gen. Gilbert S. and Col.
John Meem, Jr, who occupy this estate, T n
dercd famous by its former owner who was
known as one of the most extensive dealers III
cattle in the South. These cattle weighed from
], $50 to 400 lbs. and were sold on the laIm
to s. Harmon, of Shenandoah, to be driven IN
to Baltimore or market. They were sold at
cts. gross, and had three or four other bld-
ders, besides Mr.. Fl. at this high figure. lhey
were fine specimens OF stock, and showed no"
much cattle can be improved by generous treat
ment on our rich Shenandoah pasture lands
RockinQhan1 Register.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

Several mail robbers, who had boon pursuing
their vocation for some time, were arrested at
Oden. Illinois, last week, as they were stealing
The mail bags on their way from one train of
cars TO the other.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

The President of the United States has &C
cepted the office of arbitrator upon boundary
question which has arisen betweon Great Brits in
and Portugal, on the coast of Africa. Late ad
vices from Peru show that the Republics OF the
Pacific coast have accepted the mediation OF
the United States 10 their war with Spain, and
congress of plenipotentaries from the bellig
erents isexpccted to meet in Washington during
the spring.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

Gov. Foreman has appointed Joseph A.
Chapline, of Shepherdstown, Jefferson county
Judge OF the Sixth Judicial Circuit OF West
Virginia, vice +. b. Hall, who refused to quail
ifv
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
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where the general business OF the Company f.
transacted, and to which All general correspond
once should be addressed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

HIT AT STAUNToN-O friend General
E., of Stanton. was in town the other
day, and was introduced to Colonel =, OF
New York, who was prospecting" in Vir,
einia. The Northern gentleman inquired
about the population Of Staunton. General
Il. looked up moment, and 'reckoned" about
five thousand, (which is overthe mark Five
thousand !" said the New Yorker-''why, from
reading your local papers, and conversing with
some of your citizens, | thought it was about
three hundred thousand " Rich. Eaq.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

The statement that the Rev. Hugh Roy
Scott is engaged in compiling history of
Picketl's division, is without foundation, if it
refers 10 the Episcopal clergyman Of that name
an Raitimors
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

APPROVED JULY %, Isl
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

CLARENCE II. CLARK, President
JAY COOKE, Ch9irInan Financ" and IKE.
tive Committee.
HENRY ID. COOKE, Vice-Prcsideut
EMERSON w. PEET, Secretly and Actu..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

A CAPITOL JoURNAL.-It is understood that
arrangements are in progress for the publica-
ton in Washington, during the session OF Con-
gress, of monthly satirical journal somewhat
in the style OF the famous London Tomahawk.
The title proposed is The Capitol. The man
ners and customs OF Senator'S and Represen-
tatives and the loies of fashionable life are to
be freely satrized. Funds and a fighting ed
itor" only are needed to secure an early publ
cation. - Wash. Chronicle.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
pPANCH nFFICE

CASH CAPITA L................... % 00, OO0
PAID ~ FULL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

NOUNG GENTLEMh IN wishing TO posses
i u fine LUXURIOUS BEARD can attain
that object by using DR.. WILSON'S ENC
LISH BEARD TINCTUEE for few month
regularly imported direct and for sale by
JULIUS DIENELT, II s. Royal 81.
In Washington, by WM. b. ENTWISLt
ian LIFT
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
Nj. II. ID a III 7 Iu
Fairfax county, feb l5-law4w
Unwilling HOUSE FOR SALE.

In execution ola decree of the Circuit Court
Of Alexandria county, rendered at November
term, 1868, in the suit of G. j. Kinsolying Us.
G. Herbert Knsolving the undersigned offers
for sale the TWO-STOkY BRICK Dwell
LING HOUSE and LOT OF GROUND, Sit
mated on the west side Of Columbus street, be-
tween King and Prince streets, in the city Of
Alexandria, the former residence of the late
James r. Riddle, and Of which he died seized.
THURSDAY, tho 25th day of March, 1869, on
which day, if not previously disposed Of, it will
be sold at public auction, to tho highest bidder,
in front of the Mayors office, in the city of
Alexandria, at II o'clock m.
TEKMS-Five hundred dollars cash; the
residue in two equal payments ut one and two
wears, to DO secured by bonds, with good secur-
ity and retention of title.
For further particulars apply to LA W
RENEE b TAYLOR, Attorney at Law, Al
exandria, Va ". a. hlNSOLF lNG,
feb 15-eots Commissioner.
N1OTICE.-I hereby give notice to all con-
~ cerned, that, at March term, 1869, of the
County Court Of the county OF Fairfax, State of
Virginia, application will be made TO the said
Court to have hoard of Commissioners ap-
all land to be taken by the FAIRFAX and
GEORGETO WN TU I'm PIKE COMPANY
for the purposes Of its road, and to grant to the
said company the right to build its road over
and upon such portions of county roads IN the
county of Fairfax, as are included IN Its survey
By order of the President:
VIM. H. DANIEL,
Secty. r. ~ q. II. Co.
Fairfax county, feb 15-law4w
RESWAX purchased by
ID feb l3 +. s. LEADBEATER y co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

feb 10-eots
POSITION EMENT-Theabov sale has been
postponed until SATURDAY, the 10th instant,
when it will take place place at the same time
and nlace feb l5--ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
DANK OF THE OLD DOMINION,

II ALEXANDRIA, Va, Jan. II, 1863.
AT a meeting Of The Board of Directors he:e
this day, DISTRIBUTIONS or THE Az.
SETS Of the Bank to the extent Of TWENT
DOLLARS per share wNs ordered, pays5le 10
the stockholders on and after the 18th OF Fee
ruary, 1869.
The transfer books will he closed from .h;-
date until Februt:y H. 1869. .
WM. IT, LAMBERT,
IAN 15-2awLFI0&dt2O Cashier.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
ALEXANDRIA.

1t is said that the Choctaw Indian Nation
has sent to Washington city delegation, con-
ssting of Mr.. Wright, Governor of the Nation,
Mr.. LIE Flore and their Attorney General, to pre-
sent to the Government of the U. S. the de-
sire of that nation, to abandon their separate
political existence and to become blended as
part and parcel of the great American family
This il the first proposition OF the kind ever
made by the Indians. The New York Journal
of Commerc, advises the Choctaw Indians, il
they have any money claims to be collected al
Washington, to look after the business them
selves There is powerful lobby at work there ii
is intimated, ostensibly for the Choctaws, but il
fact for the lobby itself.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

FiRSp NATION A IL BAN BUILDING
PHILADELPHIA,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

FLEE AND MARINE Risks,
placed in responsible companies, at far rates,
an 7-tf 'HOOE, WEDDERBURN ~ -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
r LIVERPOOL AND LONDON
AND GLOBE INSU RANCE ,
Sl8, OoG,%

Risks taken on nll descriptions of props?
and Fire and Life Policies issued, payable %
g0ld, currency or sterling.
Perpetual risks taken on most favorable term.
Shareholders personally responsible for ID
liabilities Of the company, and losses set'ia,
without reforenca TO England.
Marine Insurance also eHectei.
IIOOE s WEDDERBgRE
ap l8-tf Agents, Alexandra w..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
AT A ITO n A i
LIFE INSURANCE CO
CHARTERED BY SPECIAL ACT

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
JVASHINGTON ID. &.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

TIE Ok GENERAL GRANT-The mammoth
OK, General Grant, presented to the President
elect, arrived in town on Saturday, consigned
to committee, consisting of Mayor Bowen,
Henry ID. Cook, and Mr.. De Hass. This mons
ter bovine is eleven years of age, weighs 1902
pounds, is perfectly white and cannot there
fore, be considered an emblem.of the incoming
administration was presented to President
Lincoln, and by him donated to the Sanitary
Commission, realizing from Exhibition over
$4,000.
Ii is intended to place the aforesaid OK on
public exhibition; after which he will be
slaughtered for use on Inauguration day. Ills
skin will be stuffed for the Central Park Muse
nm, New York, and his skeleton, at the request
OF Prot. Aeassiz, deposited in the Museum of
Comparative Zoology, at Cambridge, Mass
on the 4th Of March, Better is dinner of
herbs where love is, than fatted OK with ha-
tired herewith. Nat. IntclHgeacer
Mr. WIsE's FUNERAL.-The funeral of the
Rev. Henry A. Wise took place on Saturday
at twelve O o'clock from ST. James church. A
large congregation of the connections, relatives
and friends of the deceased was present. The
funeral services were conducted by the Rev,
DR.. Peterkin, assisted by Drs. Minnegerode
and Woodbridge
The Rev. Thomas G. Dudley, Jr., rector of
Christ Church, Baltimore, of which MIR. Wise
was the late rector, Rev. A. NJ. Randolph
rector Of Emmanuel Church, Baltimore, and
DIR. j. p. Thomas and Messrs William II.
Perot, James Hooper, b. f. Cato, William S.
Walters and Jas. Hall, yestrymen OF Christ
Church, who came on to attend the funeral,
acted as pall-bearers. A long procession Of
friends, relatives and acquaintance followed
the remains to Hollywood Cemetery, where
they were consigned to their last resting place.
Ujcb E1u0
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

The Captain General of Cuba has issued a
proclamation which seems to be an admission OF
the failure of his efforts to put an end to the
Instruction 10 that island. He recites that,
whereas, the Insurgents have refused, up to
date, to accept amnesty. proffered in former
proclamation, and whereas, others are coutiu-
ually joining the insurrectionary force, there
fore, the proclamation of amnesty is withdrawn
The liberty of the press is also suspended for
the time, and the former censorship re estab-
lished.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

The New York Herald Rio Janeiro letter
oil December go states that Admiral Davis, with
his feet and two prisoners, had arrived at
Buenos Ayres. He expresses himself satisfied
With the explanation made by Lopez, and be-
lieves that Washburne, Bliss and Masterman
were all engaged in a conspiracy to overthrow
the Paraguayan Government. ~ The remnant
OF Lopez's army was still at Angostura, Luque
being at present his seat Of Government. Min,
lister McMahon was with him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15
ROBERT JAMirao
GEORGE WISE ROBERT JhMtE@u-'
EIRE, LIFE avn
MARINE
INGIIP \ 80
WISE 81 co,

WISE 81 CO.,
No. 81, King street.
Fire Life and Marine Risks placed IN roll.
bic Companies ~ reasonable ratcs. Pers3l-
wishing Insurance OF any KIM will find j.
their interest to consult rs before placing tEr'
risks
FIRE RISKS IN THE COUNTRY taken D
moderate rates sep ID
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-02-15

DRRSWAX purchased by M
ID feb l9 f. s. LEADBEATER y co.
The union Democrat., 1869-07-10

4 MAN klLLEp.-On Monday afternoon n
man named William Luddy, while driving a
span of horses harnessed to a header wagon.
met with a horrible death. The horses ran
away. when MIR. Luddy fell out. became en-
tan pgled in the chains on the double-tree and
Was dragged q long distance and killed. |,
appears that he lately resided at Columbia.
Tuolumne county. where he leaves n wife aud
large family of children. An inquest was
held by Coroner Bond and the bcdy Of the
deceased forwarded to Colum hia bv an express
wagon. it leaving this city last evening about
q o'clock.
We take the above from the Stockton Iide,
pendent of "Wednesday last Mr.. Luddy was
one of the oldest citizens of Columbia, where
he leaves a widow and nine children to mourn
his nutimely death. He was temperate In
dustrious man, of a pcaceful disposition. He
was at work temporarily on tho plains when
he met his death. The body was brought to
Columbia, and on Wednesday last was laid
in the grave amid large Rsscmblage Of rela-
tives and friends.
The union Democrat., 1869-07-10
Atntc Judicial Nominees.

The late Democratic State Convention bv
William 7. Wallace, for Justices of the Sn
preme Court. Before the Convention met at
Sacramento the Democrats throughout the
State had evinced that these two gentlemen
were nearly the unanimous choice of their par
~. This was so strongly indicated that the Con
vcntion had nothing to do but place them formal
ly before the people as snominees for the high
position. Better nominations, or such as
would secure stronger support from the
party could not have been made. Judge
Crockett was appointed to the bench by Gov.
Haight to fill vacancy occasiored by the
resignation of Hon. .. L. Shafter. During
his incumbency he has shown himself to be
what oil good men should wish Supreme
Judge to be, an honest and pure man. He
has made reputation for being superior
iurist His integrity, impartiality and puri
~ Of character has called forth commenda
tons from those politically opposed to him,
and many of the opposition have expressed a
wish that he might receive the nomination at
the hands of Republicans we'll as Democrats,
he is undoubtedly the strongest man in the
State with the whole people for this position,
which places his election beyond the posi-
bility of a doubt.
w. I. Wallace is distinguished lawyer OF
great ability but without judicial experience
upon the bench, he is possessed of fine learn
ing with n character for honesty integrity and
purity, that is universally acknowledged and
has those requisites that are required to make
q good Judge. However much the opposi-
'ion may wish to keep him from the bench in
order that they may retain the balance of
power. they will not deny his great abilities
and superior qualifications, or that they will!
give dignity and lend additional confidence
TO the bench. We have known him only as
o partisan orator, but if we can Judge of men
as We zee and hear them.we are satisfied the
people have no truer friend or better man TO
place in Judgment over thsr differences.
The people Of California have cause 10 he
thankful, that they are secured in the services
Of these two distinguished gentlemen. for one
Of the dearest and most sacred positions that
they have the power to elevate men to. The
Democratic party are proud in being able 10
present such talent and worth for the neonle
10 pass upon. The party made known its
preference, the Convention met, recognized
that preference, went through the form nf
nomination by scciamation. SO the people in
October next will 60 through the prescribed
form OF election. and declare our nomina ,io,S
elected by q substantial majority that will
cause our opponents to cry ''let us have
peace"
The union Democrat., 1869-07-10
The Craw ford Coanl, Pian-.a RcpuhIiean
Cntechism.

On account of the short notice given, ii has
been determined TO allow candidates who
come hetore the Republican primaries, until
eight o'clock this evening to send in their
names, etc.. to the Committee. In order that
all may have a fair chance in the race, we
have determined to post cur Republican
friends in regard to what will be required of
them. The candidate who wishes a chance
in the Crawford rattle must nrSt procure q
photograph Of himself. upon the back Of
which be must write his name in fall. He
will also be furnished with copy of the fol-
lowing catechism, each question Of which he
must answer in writing. II his answers are
satisfactory, his name Will be dropped IN the
Committee hat. aui will alSc be published
by the Chairman. Following is blank
catechism which we publish fer the benefit Of
candidates, that they may know their lesson ;
What Is your age
Were YOU born north ot Mason and Dixon 5
line, and how far?
Have yoa ever been in Boston, and DO yon
believe IN the Peace Jubilee?
What is your fighting weight
Did vou ever reside in Tuolumue county,
and DC vou believe in TIE doctrine Of the
trapSmigratiGn of souls?
y
your country if von have, what was your
salary and perQuisites?
viii you sacrifice yourself for the "Craw-
ford County Flan?"
Can YOU manipulate primary election
Has any political "preSSure" heen brought
to bear upon you by your "frieads,' and If
SO about how many pounds to the square
foot?
VIII yon forever oppose any change in the
Stockton Post-offce?
If permitted to receive a nomination, how
much will you contribute to the cause?
Are you fond of public pap?
Were You ever acquainted with Grant or
any Of his relatives?
Are You sound on the wool and rice Qucs-
tons?
If defeated for the nomination to which
you aspire, will you make oath that the San
joaquin Republican County Central Commit
tee acted strictly ''on the square ~
Are you late of Tuo!umne?
Ii the above questions are answered salts
factorily. the candidate will have the satisfac-
tion of seeing his name in print over the Off
cial signature Of the Chairman. This is sup
posed to be glory enough for one man.
Stocbto@ Gazette.
The Republican party Of San Joaquin
County will make their nominations this year
on the Crawford County Plan" For fear
that the candidates may not understand the
REQUESTS for eligibility 20 chance in the en-
terpriSe, the Ga2ettc furnishes them the above
questions to be answered. Any one in that
county who can respond affirmatvely to the
fifth and sixteenth interrosatoras will do we'll
in San joaquin County, or any other place
W here Offices are to be filled