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Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
TESTIMONIALS OF PHYSICIANS.

Dr. Nathaniel Harris, for many years p resident of
Middlebury Vermont recommends the Balsam as being
superior TO all other remedies for Bronchitis lie saws
II have doubt 1t will become a classical re-
medal agent for the Of all diseases of the Throat
Bronchial Tubes, and the Lungs.p
DR.. Lloyd of Ohio, Surgeon In the army during the
wsr from exposure contracted consul npton He says
have NO hesilAney IN stating that it was by the
of your Lung Balsam that am now alive and en-.
ioying health"
DR.. Fletcher Of Missouri, says:
recommend your Balsain in preference to any other
medicine for Coughs, and it gives satisfaction"
Physicians who have failed n cure their palients
should try this medicine before they give the case up
know very many valuable lives have besn saved
by being persuaded to give 1t a trial.
DON'T DESPAIR because all other remedies have
failed but try this remedy and you viii not be deceived
1t will stsnd the test for MERITS has the celebrated
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
@. .. TIIOMFeUN ( Co.
W1MIyeroy nm. P,lri,.ry 1soo

WIIMISGIos, DEL, February s. 1863
take great pleasure in recommending Plastic Slate
Roofing 10 any who may want fire an water proof
root had my store and dwelling covered with IT, on
the top oi cid shiugle roof ueafiy years ago.
the roof is ons euire sheet Of slate giving
lse satisfaction, and to all apr very durable
LEVI NuuuROW
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24

CBaTREvILLg, DEIl January rs lsiN
Mr.. RoBERr ATKIEsOE-DeGr Sif:-The Plastic Sale
Roof which you put on for In J1ne 1866 answers
every PURPOSE foI which roof is intended II has
neither run cracked, Is perfectly sound and id aa
slate Itself, and think nom all appearances II will last
long building. feel coahlsnt of Its suces.
as roofing material when properly made and applied
Yours respectfully, A. II. DIXON.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
INSURANCE COMPANIES.
THE DIAMOND STATE
MUTUAL
LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

rhis Company !. nov reriretly ursauiLad, aud raRlly
,'reying applications Tor lusurancs, either the Life
ri term nl years, ar Ny kaacWmeut based upon the
t,'ries ol The Act et Incorporation and Tables
ready inr distribution To all who desrous Of sxAmn
iFg inin the subject upon application H. the Agent by
which will be that the interests VI those who by
lnsutlng oerome members thereof are guarded In the
The Policy either guarantees the Insurance on the
Lille Or constitutes the payments made Savings Fund
for the use Of the insured.
NO mode OF Life Insurance, guarded, so equitable
or 50 has ever been presented to the people
NO other Life Insurance Company deserves the name
of Mutual as compared with this
The following are some of It's peculiarlties;
III Is an association Of Policy Holders managed by
men selected by themselves, from among themselves,
and ipI themselFes each member being full partner
in all the business and earnings thereof.
Second It's mutually is insured by the very terms of
the Ae OF Incorporation not by the Interests whlns
or conlHol Of stookholders managers II can be
other than mutual.
Third. There be no forfeiture Of The premium paid
The payments, principal aud interest, constitute Sau
ings htld, which may be called upon at any time when
the member gets tired of his payments they become
nconyenien and he chooses to render up his policy,
Fourth. Thore Is no interest 10 be paid Capital.
real guaranteed; hB last being In general humbug
10 the interest Of few to absorb or otherwise control
the surplus or savings.
Filth Its ultimate cheApnsss must soon surpass all
othars u Will be conducted the safety Of In
surers will permit on the rflfcaie and Coupon prln
cipe the latter being taken in part payment of the
yearly premiums and in that way each year reducing
the burdens of insurance In word the same plan will
be applied to Life Insurance the Farmers Mutual In
surance Company-lhe most successful in th4 State
has applied to Fire Insurance which to the people o.
| delaware gseds little other recommendation.
Lastly u WI be made emphate4y the Farmers. the
Mechanics and LaboTing Msnis Life Insurance Company
small sums Will he taken the money paid by him, avail
able In all contingencies and he ho has wife tamil,
dependent upon his life alone can hnd justification
his sudden death.
Reflect on this and do not wait to be called on bu
look out for the appointed agents different portions
country and make your personal application TO thea
81 saving your own and The Companys money.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
Jio0JlIllN.
pLAsrIo SLATE nOoFINu.

rsAse read thefollowng nlsep these
roofs and you will be convinced that Plastic Slate the
BEST ROOFING NOW IN USE, being FIRE, WATER
and STEAM PROOF-Light and Durable, and equally
adapted to any Jlm OF roof, Steep or Flat
TESTIMONIALS
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
II. ?. PrCRrLs, ESQ

WILMINGTON, DEL.
The Range put up for me by Mr.. Piekea works now
(under the management Of cook who understands her
buslness) very we'll, and gives complete sasfactlon.
Il @. RRAnEORD.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
rllHE DELAWARE MUTUAL LIFE
INSURANCE COMPANY.

No. 602 MARKET STREET,
WILMINGTON.
GUARANTY CAPITAL.....,......$1O 800, 600.
This Company is now fully organized and preparsd To
effect lives all the approved plans and
at the lowest rates which the experience Of the best
istng companies have regarded consistent with entire
safety
there are no members of the company excent policy
holders and all the insured except holiers of
tCpaling policies members equal footing with
all others euttleI participate all net profits
-AH IO(tcics Nom FoTteitdbte.
POLICIES assured as follows, viz:
LIE POlICIEs-premium eontinuns for ltf.
ENJOYMENT rULlcIgs-ruley payable 10 the
assured on arriving at certain age.
TERM POLlCtfs-rTemiums pas able at one, two three
1--WE or seven years.
ALL POLICIES participating ~ profits aud dividends
exGepl Term Policies
Tmos, b WEBB Vice President.
b. NlElDs, Aetuary ,,.., -.
Nj. NJ, CHILD, Secretary. aussptt sSptt
NEW CASTLE COUNTY MUTUAL
IN INSURANCE COMPANY.
OFFICE WILMINGTON INSTITUTE.
CORNER EIGHTH AND MARKET STREETS
WILMINGTON, DEL.
lNrEREsT IN PREMIUM NOTES REDUCED TO FIVE
PER CENT. nv
nHE principle Of Mutual insurance is belIsvad to -
me ssfest and experencsBo far has proyed Il to b ~
cheapest ms Of Insurance against Loss ny PIRR
although this Institution has beeen but l2 years in
irance the list Of insurers will compare avornblv
any otheri and the l5sFaG By tire during that TINA II
though few have boen promptly paid as ali who bav
bsep insured in this Office aad have had the msfrtnn
10 bs burned out attest The object has bean Ia T.
cure good list of safe risks rather than to w all m
number OF usuI without regard to hazards thus la
seung the liability Ofsinking the cash espitA in case
heavy dlsAbisrs during the year.
DIRECTORS
wnMINdTos William osnby, Clement Il. smyth, Gee
Eiehardsun, James bTndoTd, Jsc0b Pusey John Coet
ran, WIN Tatnall, Edward 4 Reah, Charles W How
thnd, samuel Cauby.
BksFDYwEs HuNBRRD 49, Ed ard Briughurst
CHRisTILEA uuHpEtD --lnmes Riddle, Ashton Aicl
Af1son.
NgW CAsTLE HuHDREb.-John uuyer.
WufTE CLAY CRErE HuEBRsD "A. r. stAunon
WILLIAM CAEuY ,Presiisnt.
:. H. sAlFH sscretary md Treasurer
IL Uties hours from 9 TO aud from 9tOA
Janl6-R
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24

5sgsa MANHOOD; HOW LOST, HOW
k1Sfs3y hEsT0KED.-Jusi published, edition Of
-f4s5tflS- AH. GuLN EAWEhLS CELEBRATED ESSAY
A&43S the RADICAL CURE without medicns)
I19fN OF SPERMAToRRHgA, or Seminal Weakness, In.
voluntary Seminal LOSSES lnPoTRScr Mental and Physi.
cal IneapAcity Impediments TO Marrag etc also
sunpToN EPllRPsY and FITS induced by solfindugence
or sexual extravaganza.
E5spRIcE SEALED ENVELOPE, ONLY CENTs
Tie celebrated author in this admirable essay Clearly
demonstrates, from thirty years successful practice
that the alarming consequences of sel.abuse may be
radically cured without the dangerous use of Internal
medicine the application of the knie-poinllng out
mode Of cure at once simple, certain and eTectual by
Of which every sufferer, matter what his
don may lie, may cure himself eheaplyi privately
radically
l-This Lecture should be ia the hands Of every yo
and every man in the land.
Sent, uncer seslin rrin envelope, to any address
pOs-paii on receipt u six cents two post stamps
Also, Dr.. CulrerWelps "Marriags Guids,n price %
cents
Address the publishers,
CHASJ. Q. KLINE & Co.
AS-PoST OFFICE BoX f,5sG. laprU
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
JemeIers.

DEMovAL.---o. r. RUDOLPH
Has emnyed from
No. 2lT TO No. 231 MARKET STREET
Fellow Third,
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
NEW pIIRI.1nArrnNs

NEW BOOKS.
q. S. r. BUTLER,
4e0 MARKET ST., WILMINGTON, DEL,
Has received and for sale
French Country Family. Cloth $l60.
Phantom of the FOREST. Cloth $500.
hall hours in Bible lands CLOTH Si.25.
Haunting scenes Ia Africa, Cloth 4l.,e.
Nasby-Disers YswH, Opinions and Pfophsriss VI Pa
tresum " Nasty. Cloth Si75.
Thrilling Adventures Amea the lndiaas GlOth tl5B
lils OF David Crockett Cloth st 10.
Lille Of Daniel Boone. Cloth SiI5.
Queen VletOtiA's Journal. Cloth Sl.15.
hlx hundred Receipts worth their weight In Gold,
Cloth SlTb.
Ladies' Hand Book Of Fancy aud Ornamental Work.
Cloth $500.
One Of the Family; 25 cents.
hargarat's Engagements; 60 cents.
Brownlows; 80 cents.
Brothers. Bet; 20 cents.
Playing fer High Stakes; 25 cents
CooPRRs LEATHER STOCKING SToRIga-ptoueers, Pra.
Tle oss Openings Pathfinder, Chain bearer DssrslA,
Redskins, Wept Of Wsh.ton- WISH Wyandotte Prees u
tloni MehioanH, Spy; paper covers rs cents.
DIcKENs WoRKa-little Dorrtt, Our Mutual Friend
plekwick, Martin ChuzElewit, Dombey Son. a5 Cents
Nicholas hicksby, Barnaby Rudgs, SO csAts. Ds, ID
Coppsrheld, Great Expectations, oliver Twist. Hard
Times. 20 osnts. American Notss. 6 cents. feb2s
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24

a.. WATCHES,
AfA JEwELRY,
q ~ s1LVERwARE,
1AI SILVER PLATED WARE
DESERT DINNER and TEA KNIVES,
CLOCKS.
spECrAGLEs,
EYE GLASSES Sc, sc.
OF the most beautiful and Desirable styles
A-specia attention s called to isalrtmGnt OF the
best quality
FRENCH CLOCKS
IN Black, White aud varesated Italian Marble which
will be sold a moderate advance the Importers
prices.
Watches Clocks and Jeweley promptly and carefully
repaired hy sAiul workuen and warranted to give sat
stacti0l. aur5-sm
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24

COMMERCIAL OFFICE, Februlry II. 1869.
Mr RoBFRT ATKINSON NC are much pleased with the
llshtie siate Roof Won Iit engine house two
years The roof being within Is nchos Of ouT stem
buer, aud consequently subject to sutd,n and extreme
changes Of temperature has Teen we'll teiltd think,
and has stood the test perfectly. II appears with
out flaw, and apparently better than when put on.
Nssy respectfully, JkNkISs a ATKINSON
RS+A coating Of Plastic Slate is a sure remt y for
Lsaky shingle and Metal roofs. Alec pr1yuntlvs Of
lamp walls.
METAL ROOFS PAINTED with one of the best known
Paints extensively used by Railroad Companies.
Roofing Promptly attended to Experienced hand
uployed and satisfaction guaranteef.
ROBERT ATKINSON
At GooD HANNAs Hardware Store
S. W corner 9th and Market Streets,
trh2d-6ui WILMINGTON. DEL.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24

WILMINGTON, February, 1866.
Having one Of Magee's Ranges In use take great
pleasure in stating that II gives every satsaeon bRkss
WE'LL and gives a very large supply Of hot water have
no hesitation in recommending II to others.
Very respectfully,
J.T.GAUsR.
II. y. PIcKEIs, ESQ
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24


BANKS AND BROKERS'.
FIRST NATIONAL BANK,
OF WILMINGTON.
Depositary OF the Public Moneys and
Financial Agent Of the U. g.
EDWARD BELTS, PRESIDENT,
CD. ARMSTRONG, oAsuIrR.
CAPITAL, $4oo,ooO
THE MRS 4EP 20 Ss
SMALL coMMlsslONl
FURNISHED TO REGULAR DEPOS1T0RS
WITHOUT CHARGE.
DIRECTORS MEET ON MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS
AT $40 A. NJ. FOR DISCOUNT.
rT'HE ARTISANS SAYINGS BANK,
No. COZ MARKET STREET,
WILMINGTON, DELAWARE.
Open 10 receive deposits daily Sunday excsptod daring
the uaual busassss hours and Tuesday and Saturday
evenings, from to 8 o'clock, P. NJ.
All the profits Of the Bank, after the payment Of
cessary expenses devoted to the benst Of the de-
postors aud Dividends made ssmsunuallYi in April
and October Since the organization Of the Rank, In
1884, the Dividends have uniformly been at the rate Of
sig per cent. per annum.
Dividends not drawn are regarded Deposits and at
once become entitled to participate In future Dividends.
No Manager Is allowed to borrow any Of the funds in
trusted to the Bank.
MANAGER
WILLIAM 8. HmLEs, EDWARD DARLINGTON,
oEoRaR W. BUsH JosrPH W. DAY,
N. r. BBEsoN, HENRY Y. DURR,
EDWARD BBrrH, CHARLES W. HowLAHp,
WM. n BILLAsY, JOB Il. JACKSON
| GRoRGR 8. CAPBLIE CLEMENT D. sMYTH,
NJ. l.. LIolTEHsTRN.
WM. S. HlLLRs, PREslpKNT.
GEORGE W. BpsH Vice President.
~ JOIN P. MoLBAR. Treasurer.
4
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
Stoues nnO TinmGre.
RANGE, HEATER AND
~ STOVE DEPOT,
PICKELS ~ BROTHER,
SUCCESSORS 10 H. y. pIcKRIa
Nos. and East Fourth Street

70 those Interested in or Ia want Of really lrs class
COOKING RANGE, Que that will bum LESS coal, bake
Lser and roSt less for repairs than Any other In the
MARKET would call their attention 10 the following
certificates OF gentlemen who have had large expert
aHcs iu such matters. aud we'll known'in this city
WILMINGTON, ,JAnusiy 2Ith, 1866
Me- H. H. Pickels;-DRAR sIR.-I have tried three DIFF
erent Kinds OF Kitchen Ranges before purchased the
Magee Range from you which you put up In my house;
and say, that the Magee Is worth more than
the others combined both to utility and economy II
does its work wa with one half Of the coal requi
cd by either of the others 1t heats room in the second
story very comfortable In this exceedingly cold weather
Torrs respectfully, -
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
FLOUR. FEED AND SEED STORE

6ssssJ The subscriber takes this method OF Inform.
E9e ing his friends and the citizens Wilmington
Hi generally that lie has taken tile old established
FLOUR, FEED. SEED AND GRAIN STORE,
ON THE
S. W. cor. of Fourth and shipley Streets,
Where he will keep constantly on hand
A FULL SUPPLY CF THE BEST FAMILY FLOUR,
The market afford.
Also, Il stock Of tkED, SEED, MEA l., and everything
usually kept in Flour and Feed establishments wkiri
will he sol d at reasonable rates.
Hs-GoCds delivered iu all psrs OF the city free OF
charge. uuGH HAuhlIEY
mhl2-ly
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
E. c. sToTsENBURe.

WILMINGTON, February LIST, 1865.
H. r. Pckeis Esq.-I take crest pleasure in recon-
mendlng the Magse Range, one of which you recently
put in for me- think It decided improvement any
Range have ever used II will do twice the amount Of
work. and with half less coal than any Range have
seen Very respectfully,
Your obt. servant,
q. II. GALLAGHER.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24
A PAIN KILLER.
It is in TRUTH
FAMILY MEDICINE,

And should be kept in every family for immediate
Persons travelling should always have bottle OF
this remedy with them 1t is not unfrequently the case
that persons attacked with disease before med-
cal aid bs secured tha patient is beyond the hope
recovery. Captains OF vessels should always supply
themselves with few bottles OF this remedy before
ing port, by doing they will bs In possession of
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1869-09-24

Where may be found large and caTefuly selected stock
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-28

NJ f. CHURCH SUNDAY School The
children OF the Methodist Episcopal Church
Sunday School had their Christmas celebra-
ton last night A large Christmas tree in the
church had hanging on its branches the uumer
table Santa Claus, and among which was a ten
dollar note to the young gentleman who plays
the organ. Several of the children delivered
addresses which were much admired, aud the
singing was pronounced excellent The whole
affair was very happy one, aud all who took
part in it were highly delighted
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-28
ALEXANDRIA GAZETTE AM VIl{0tNIA- 4Dvv1. 1lSat

CONTESTED ELECTION CAsE-Betore Ly
sander Hill, Register in Bankruptcy, this
morning, testimony in the case OF Charles
Whittlesey, contesting the seat of Hon. Lewis
Mckenzie, member elect of the House of Rep
resentatives from the Seventh Congressional
District, was begun. and after the Introduction
Of some documentary evidence, .. c. White
sey, T. A. Stontenbursh and G. ). Miner
we're examined in reference to Mr.. Mckenzie's
course 10 the City Council of Alexandria and
the House OF Delegates OF Virginia prior to
the war. the object being to prove that Mr..
Mckenzie's speeches and votes were In
aid OF the Conlederat cause, Tor which
purpose the official proceedings OF the
Council and q speech purpOrted 10 have
been made in the House OF Delegates in 1861
were produced, and evidence taken to suostan
tiate their authenticity. So far the evidence
is not of nature to interest the public. -
Messrs q. W. Brent aud w, III. Dulany APP
peared as council for Mr. Mckenzie, and nearly
all the cross questions We're objected to, but
taken down with the objection noted, 80 that
the whole evidence will go before the Commit
tee of elections OF the House.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-28

ST. JoHNs SUPPER The members OF Alex
Washington Lodge of Masons partoOk OF a SUP
per in their new banquctiug hall last night
which is described by those who were present as
one OF the most sumptuOus and delicious enter
tanments ever prepared in this city, The Ca
terer was Captain }. w Denty, and the bill Of
fare as follows
RoastS-Turkey, pig, geese. wild duck,
chicken, opossum, stuffed. Oysters
stewed, raw: Side dishes-Fried chicken,
chicken salad, cheese, pigs feet, tea and coffee
Plcklcs-Cucumters, chow chow Relish
Ounce jelly, cranberry jelly. Vegetables
Fried potatoes, celery. Dessert Almonds,
apple pie, plain cake, Glberts, sweet potato
pie, jelly cake, raisins, mince pie, fancy cake.
Wines and spirits Sherry wine, apple toddy.
Old Monogram whiskcy, Port wine, Madeira
wine, egg noe, blackberry wine, Virginia punch,
Old Mountain dew.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-28
LOCAL NEWS.
THE STEAMER COLUMBIA. The Baltimore
, ..-;.o. 80 20 L. ,,r. GErA;. III - =

THE STEAMER COLUMBIA. The Baltimore
American of to-day says: This old and re-
liable steamer, which for so many years has
been travelling on the Potomac river, making
many landings between the ports OF Baltimore,
Alexandria, Georgetown and Washington cities,
eft here yesterday afternoon on her last trip
,probablyl for the season. In consequence OF
the extensive stormy westhor which prevailed
during her ascent up the Potomac, she did not
come up to the regular schedule Of time; but
she left Commerce street wharf yesterday with
goodly number OF passengers. aud with numer
useonss nments OF merchandise. =" The Colum
bia will leave here on her return trip on Thurs
lay morning next, and will then be taken off
the line for the winter. The Cahill, the other
boat on the line, will ieave Baltimore on Friday
next, and will continue to run as long as the
river keeps open, and the business warrants
the expense.
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HOLIDAY GOODS.
u.HHArn SCHOOL FXaIGITION. 81 :



rns IA II ulsi FkO ti{s'G.A,' - Ia
5hl n, III c- q ',T.r Jr-a 600
Inp an eatertsihIBen. NJ LlHr-Eti Il Ii 80
II ksDA /. tbs 2s;h IL December -
-, s..t-.. alIaic!.. ~.t DO e /. g = ir.. ~ '
al and amusing character, rnd viii eohsia. o!
The recitation Of n nLnbef 81. POsin= Dialogue.
. & nnd at The singing al some Iio p."'r' 80
Music. several ~ which nie -r.cct ana nave
not been heard by an AleEaud.I. Audience.
from til. ener2y ahd spirit OF cInuntien
manifested by the children in this enterprise
We .erl warranted IN assuring to thos" who
may encourage them BY Their presence OH the
occasion al entertainment equal to ANY OF the
kind heretofore had in this city.
Doors to be open at hslf-past six O'Clock; the
exhibi ion 10 commence ~ seven O'Clock
Tickets for children under IA years. Is cents );
for adults, 25 cents-to be obtained from War
field 4 Halls Drug store; Charles W. Green's
Variety store; James w. Nichols, At the Post
office, James X. Cation, at the Court House;
several children of the school, and nj the door
o. the hall.
dec 2l-lw J. TACEY, Sup't.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-28

POroMAC FRUIT GROWERS ASSOCIATION
The next meeting OF the Potomac Fruit
Growers Association will be held on Wednes
DAY. the 5th of January, in Washington, at
the Board of Trades Room, No. 4, Market
space. Address by Dr. Snoderass on Fruit
Groying-a want of Virginia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-28
CHRISTMAS GIFTS.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS.
Z. j. M l. l. Il X
Has Just received nm unusually large and
beautiful assortment Of
GOODS FOR THE HOLIDAYS,
consisting of Plain White and Gold Band Chins
Dinner Sets do. Tea Sets.
Decorated French China Vases.
Rich Gilt and Decorated Mugs and Golfers.
Parian Statuettes
g Vases,
q Match Boxes.
Bohemian Glass Vases. very rich and elegant.
Bohemian Toilet Sets, spoon Holders, Co
ogne Bottles and Muzs, and TOYS for child.
rem in great variety, all Of which are offered Mt
very low prices. Call and see them at
dec 15-lm Gj King street.
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TELEGRAPH NEWS.
rc1ALDIsPAroHRs TO rHEe AzRrrE
DefalcatiOn.

New YORK, December ga statement
which obtained currency yesterday TO the eff
iect that irregularities have been discovered in
the Merchants Exchange Bank proves to be
true \ committee nov III session has discov'
cred, y Tar. deficiency OF $3.50. 900. and the
amount viii probably prove much larger. SO
tar no names oil delinquent parties have been
made known The bank claims 10 b. fully
equal to meet the de!alcatioa
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-28

A RARE CHANCR FOR BARGAINS FOR All
THOSE IN WANT OF GARMENTS Having now
on hand al extraordinary large stock Of Cloth
ing and Gents Furnishing Goods and balm Z
business that of Grst-csss Merchant Tailor
ing to facilitate which my stock has to be re.
duced, no matter at what sacrifice, all my
goods are offered at greatly reduced prices.
can suit the most fastidious rs we'll as the coun-
try merchant, my variety of fine Clothing and
Under. garments being unsurpassed and my
stock for wholessling complete Call and see
nov 10 s. DEALHAM, 81 King st.
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MALICIOUS ATTEMPT. "A malicious attempt
was made ut the fire on Christmas night to
diminish tho efficiency of the fire department,
BY cutting the hose aud stealing the lanterns in
use there. The hose of the Hydrauhon steam
engine company was cut in two places, and
that company and the Hook and ladder com
many each had lantern stolen.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-28
From Havana.

HAVANA, Dec. 2S.-The holidays are pass
ing very TRANQUILITY.
Jose Crespiles and Jose Rubo. convicted of
attempting to iuclte rebellion among the
Catalan 70 unteers, we're sentenced and garro.
ted Christmas day
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The Markets.

BALTIMORE, December 2S.--Cotton heavy
and pominally at 24as25. Flour dull and de-
mand light. Wheat firm, Tor prime red 1865
AZ Cora firm. receipts small; white S5aS7;
yellow SSa92. Oats 54a57 Rye nomiDally at
l0Oal05. Provisions very quiet.
BALTIMORE, Dec 2S.-Virginia 6s, old, A.
bid, 43 asked do. 1866, 52b bid, Sc asked.