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Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1870-02-18
Marvcls of Memory.

Some examples of themarvels of men,
ory would seem entirely incredible had
they not been given to us upon the high
est authority. Cyrus knew the name of
each soldier in his army. 1t is also re-
lated of Themistocles that he could call
by name every citizen of Athens, al
though the number amounted to twenty
thousand. Mithridates, king of Pontus,
knew all his eighty thousand soldiers by
their right names. Scipio knew all the
inhabitants of Rome. Seneca complained
of old age because he could not as for
merly, repeat two thousand names in the
order in which they were read to him
and he stated that on one occasion, when
at his studies two hundred unconnected
verses having been recited by the differ
ent pupils of his preceptor, he repeated
them in reversed order. proceeding
from the last to the first.
Lord Granville could repeat, from be-
ginning to end, the New Testament in
the original Greek. Cookethe tragedian
is said to have committed to memory all
the contents Of a large daily newspaper.
Racine could recite all the tragedies of
Euripides.
1t is said that George III. never for
got face he had once seen, nor name
he had ever heard. Mirandola would
commit to memory the contents of book
by reading it three times, and could fire.
quently repeat the words backward as
well as forward. Thomas Cranmer com
mitted to memory, in three months, al
entire translation of the Bible. Euler
the mathematician, could repeat tn
Eneid and Leibnitz, when an old man
could recite the whole Of Virgil, wor,
for word.
It is said that Bossuet could repea
not only the whole Bible, but all Home
Virgil and Horace, besides many othe
works.
Mozart had wonderful memory {
: musical sounds. When only fourtee
years of age, he went to Rome to assist i
the solemnities of Holy Week. Immed
ately after his arrival, he went to tn
Sistine Chapel to hear the famous disere,
of Allegri. Being aware that it was fol
hidden to take or give copy Of this r,
nowned piece of music, Mozart place
himself in corner, and gave the stric
est attention to the music, and, on lea,
ing the church, noted down the entil
piece. A few days afterwards he hear
it second time, and, following the mi
sic with his own copy in his hand. sati
fled himself of the fidelity of his memoir
The next day he sang the Miserere at
concert, accompanying himself on Il
, harpischord and the performance or
!. duced such a sensation in Rome tn,
Pope Clement XIV. requested that tn
! musical prodigy should be presented
him at once Oliver OPTICS Maqaziae
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1870-02-18
Cheshire Railroad.
WINTER ARRANGEMENT.

EXPRESS TRAIN leave Bellows Falls at $50 A
NJ. ACC. at $50 A. NJ, and MAIL, go p. NJ,
Keene. at 455, and $50. A. NJ, and $40 T. M, for
Ftehburg, Boston, Worcester, Lowell, Nashua and
intermediates Stations, Arrive at Fitchburg at 6.S1
A. NJ, 1906 p. NJ and 500 p. Nj. Boston at S.S5 A.
NJ. and 2, 80 andT0O p. M.
Returning leaves Boston, at 80 A, N MAIL, and
burg at $50 A. NJ, and .25 p. M 725 p. M. Keene,
at II 20 M, 400 p NJ and. $40 p. NJ, for Bellows
Falls. Windsor, Rutland, &c.
KEENE.. Nov. 20. 1862
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1870-02-18
THE
N Z w GUN SH OPP!

The subscriber has opened Shop on Atkinson
Street. for the manufacture Of
SPORTING RIFLES, SHOT GUNS.
And REPAIRING of all kinds of FIRE ARMS also
JOBBING. "a iAiii
Particular attention given 10 BORING SHOT
GUNS. NORMAN & BROCK " AVA
BELLOWS Falls. Dee. IS $50. q
Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1870-02-18
AMERICAN
AND FOREIGN PATENTS.
r. II. ED ID Y,
SOLICITOR OF PATENTS,

Late agent OF the united states Patent Uee, ASH
ington. under the Act of 1887.
No. 70 State st. opposite Kilby ST.. Boston,
After an extensive practice of upwards of twenty
years. continues to secure patents in the United
States; also in Great Britain France, and other for
eign countries. Caveats, Specifications, Bonds, As
executed on reasonable terms with dispatch. Re-
searches made into American and Foreign works, to
determine the validity and utility of Patents of In
ventions and legal and other advice rendered all
matters touching the same. Copies Of the claims of
any patent furnished. by remitting one dollar As
No Agency in the United States, possesses superior
facilities for obtaining Patents ascertaining the
patentability of inventions.
During eight months, the subscriber in the course
of his large practice made teice rejected applica-
tions, Sixteen Appeals Every One of which was de-
TESTIMONIALS,
II regard Mr.. Eddy as one of the most capable aud
successful practitioners with whom have had offica
intercourse.
| CHARLES MASON, Com'r of Patents"
| have no hesitation in assuring inventors that
they cannot employ man competent and trust
,corthp and more capable of putting their applica-
tions in form to secure for them early and fa-
vorabIe consideration at the Patent Office.
| EDMUND BURKE, late Com'r. of Patents"
| " Mr. Il. II: Eddy has made for me Thirteen appli-
cations, in all but One of which patents have been
granted, and that one is now pending Such unmis-
taxable proof of great talent and ability his part.
leads me to recommend all inventors to apply to him
ing the most faithful attention bestowed on their ca
ses, and at very reasonable charges.
Boston. Jan. l. 1870. i-52
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27
. :. :Js 90 &

ALEXANDRIA MARKET, December IL 4es'
.ardsy was dies non, commercially, and the
Exchange wss no. open. To-day the market
for Wheat is quiet, but firm offerings light
consisting Of inferior to medium qualities; no
prime or choice on Change. Offerings OF 1918
bushels red, with sales at 10, 123. 1885, 1T, l3p
1873 and 1885, Corn is quiet and steady; offer
ings of 1000 bushels mixed, with sales at 66. 81
and G9-lsttcr figures for old. Rye is in light
receipt, with sales 1T 90 Oats are firm Offer
inzs Of 2I4 bushels, with sales at a., 43 and 45.
dressed Hos 9aS9 80 per 100 lbs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

dwelling house aud kitchen CT Dr. Ha5nie was
destroyed by fire on Christmas eve. Tie loss
is probably 81, 500. Dr. II. was from home
and the property is rented out. l. is thought
there is no insurance. The fire was communi-
Gated, it is said, from the part Ct the house
used as kitchen, in which there was Il cook
ing stove. The property of j. ". Shuser,
the Court House and the Episcop2l Church, liz
ucar proximity to the burning building, were at
times in great danger, the shifting breeze car
ryipg the flames toward them. The Well directed
systemalical efforts Of some Of the citizens,
however, saved the further spread CT the fire.
The course of the wind and the bitter cod, tC-
gether with the entire absence OF anything save
buckets and few ladders, 10 arrest The pro
gress OF the dcvouring element, make it cause
of devout gratitude that our entire town vas
not consumed.
The Office Of the Warren Sentinel, in close
proximity to the fire, was saved fy great ctto!t,
but its press aud fixtures were hulrIcdty re-
moved, and, OF course. considerably damaged.
If our people could be taught the inportahcG
Of systematic fire organizations, THIS essen
would not be without its value.
Our vieiant corporation authorities have
greatly improved our side walks and streets and
preserved order 1t is hoped their attention will
now be directed to tn" prescrva'lon OF the
town from fire. The cod Is intense and toe
Shenandoah river has frozen over and has more
ice in it now than it has had tor years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27
slHER.

In this city, on Tuesday morning. the 9th
instant, A. T. LEONARD, OF Norfolk. Va,
in the 5!st year of his age. ~ His funeral will
take place on to. morrow "wednesday after.
noon, vt three o clock, from the residence OF
his brother, Judge b. III. Lowe. No. lG9 King
.tree.-GN Norfolk papers please copy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27
Extensive Con1agration in Harrison
burg-DestructiOn Of the Bank anC
square Of frame Buildings. Losses
ana Insurance. &c

a square Offrame Buildings. Losses
ana insurance. DC.
HARR1soNBURa, Dec. 25.-Our town was
aroused by the alarm OF fire ct . o'clock this
morning to find the rear of liquor store in
the square of frame buildings occupied by Ben
Long and belonging to Sibert & 90, on fire.
Mr.. Ben Longs store and Siberts dwelling
over it, J. Wallis liquor store, Killers liquor
store, the First National Bank, Messersmith's
confectionery and dwelling over it, Vanplt's
liquor store, Hitler T. Bros. dry goods store
formerly Forrer's) and Mrs. Cotfmon's dwell
Jog over it, Swetzer's MISUNDERSTANDING es-
Enlistment, T.. D. Grays law Office, Grotton
l. Rollers law Office, and Wertman & Go. s
book store were entirely consumed. First Ma
tional Bank, Insured for 81, 500 saved every
thing except some furniture; tho loss very
little more than insurance; Sibert insured on
building 81 500; Long on stock of goods 50, 500,
saved large portion; insurance will cover
loss; Hitler, no insurance; Wall $500, loss
small Hitler & Bro. fully insured; Messer
smith no insurance Mrs. Cotmon Ioses every
dollar she had in the world except her turnl-
ture, in broken condition; property worth to
her 5000; Swetzer was insured upon build
Jog and stock of goods for three tourths OF his
loss. The fire was terrible one; square of
old frame buildings on fire and 10 fire engine,
worth calling an engine, on one OF the coolest
mornings in the year was an awful sight, but
fortunately for the town there was no wind,
otherwise there is no telling the damage that
would have been done. The American Hotel
and the buildings on that side of the street
were very much scorched and were frequently
on fire, but being brick they were saved from
the inside. Our people do not feel much like
ENJOYING Christmas. z.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

The Attorney General Of Virginia has ad'
vised Shcriffs that they will have no authority
TO collect taxes after Dec. 81, 1870. Under
tho present law, neither the sheriffS nor the
county treasurer arc authorized to collect mex
year. This matter will demand the immediate
attention of the Legislature. and is likely tc
create some trouble.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

The Miners Union, in its recent secret SEES
sion at Tamaqua, Pa, ordered all miners to
Quit work on a strike for higher wages. This,
TOO, in the dead of winter, when the miners all
admit tina. the colnp anies have q great quantity
of coal on hand and the families OF some OF
them arc already near starvation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

Governor Walker has had before him about
ninety. two applications for pardon during the
past week. and has devoted much time to an
examination of the circumstances Of each case.
So far none have been favorably considered.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

Two months ago there was hardly whisper
from The Radical camp against Gen. Graut as
it's candidate for reelection 10 1872, but now
the warnings are ominous, and the General is
likely to "bave hard road to travel"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

Fire in Front KOya1-DWelling de-
strOyed-COurt House and church
endangered-Dama to q Printing
Office, DC.
FRONT ROYAL, Va, Dec. &c, lS70.-The
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

Ia the Norfolk county contested election
case, Judge Garnett has decided that residence
in Norfolk CRY is residence in Norfolk cGupty
within the meaning Of the act Of Assembly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

In Washington on Sunday evening NO |
engine was following its hcsa carriage 10 Il lire
and in turning the corner Of Fourteenth and
H. streets the carriage upset, throwing four
men violently to the ground, and the hcrscs Of
the engine ran over them before they could
be stopped. One mau Was seriously and three
unite severely injured.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

A dispatch from London says that Austria,
Prussia and England have each ctf.rcd an
asylum 10 the Pope, who, it is stated, how
ever. will probably accept Malta.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

Laudon Boyd, mulatto, Radical, who ran
against Colonel Guy, in Richmond, for the
House of Delegates, has been appointed as
sistant assessor of internal revenue.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

PUNGsHMENT.-On Saturday morning gen
tleman of our village whilst engaged at his
business, was approached by woman, who,
after some vehement declarations to Tie effect
that she would throw him upon saw close BY
dash his head off, etc., took hold OF him, ahd
administered to him vigorous and energetic
shaking. The gentleman, though his teeth
ratified from the way in which he was handed,
received the punishment quietly and sujmis-
sively. -iNanassas Gazette.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27
M RED.

In Richmond, on the 22d inst, at Clay Street
NJ. E. Church, by Rev. E. III. Peterson, Mr..
THOS. r.. HURDLE, of Alexandria, Va, to
No cards.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27
Fire In NIiddleburg---Nin horses
burned.

A letter from Middeburs informs Us that on
Christmas morning the stables ct Ar. George
". Adams, together with nina horses, were
burnt. Loss about 81 500, upon which there
was no insurance. The fire is supposed to have
been the work OF all iuc?ndary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27
VIRGINIA NEWS

The Manassas Gazette says: A gentleman
from Clifton informs US that dog supposed
to be mad was seen on the farm CT Mr.. Wien
neg, about mile from Clifton. We have also
been informed that mad dog starting from
the vicinity of Centreville on Monday last, after
biting pigs, dogs and other animals on his route,
was last seen on the farm of Mr.. Holden Oh
the other side of Bull Run, coming in the d.
rection of Manassas.
The house of Mrs. Gallagher, near the store
Of Mr.. Cornwall in the lower part of Prince
William was broken open and robbed on last
Monday night of all the furniture, ear,henware,
clothing, &c.
On Tuesday last whilst DR.. Thomas +. Tebbs
was on a visit to one Of his patients. in Prince
William, his horse stumbled and fell, throwing
The doctor and severely spraiDing bis right arm.
A colored man bad quarrel with compan
ion in Richmond on Saturday last during which
one drew pistol and shot the other in The face
tracturipg his jaw bone.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

Judge Porty says the Iive!lest time ne ever
experienced was on issuing the first lumber OF
newspaper in Western town. The l'aop'c
wanted something stirripg. He published the
personal history OF tho leading politicians by
their friends. The Judge says that fer the
first hour they rushed for the paper; tic Sec
ond hour they went for him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
MONDAY, DECEMBER q, 1870
EUROPEAN NEWs.-On the 22d General

EUROPEAN NEWs.-On the 22d General
Faidherbe, who commands the new French
army of the north, engaged the Germans GEAR
Pont NoilIe, or Noyelle; an artillery duel OF
several hours duration followed, and the bat
tie ended with grand charge by the French
infantry along the whole line, by which they
bscam, masters of tho field and the day. On
the following day the battle was renewed, and
the French were routed with heavy loss, includ'
ing 1000 prisoners. A battle is reported to
have occurred on the 22d between the armies
under the Duke of Mecklenburg and Frederick
Charles ard those under General ChaDzy, re
sulting in the defeat of the latter and his ro-
treat to Alencon. A German official dispatch
announces that sortie in force took place on
the 2lst from Paris 10 the direction OF Stalmes
and LIE Bourget, the French being under the
idea that an army was marching to their relief
in that quarter, and that they were defeated
With heavy loss, the Germans taking many
prisoners. There are now, it is said. sixty
thousand troops at Havre, which is fully suti
Gent to thoroughly man the deteDses, and the
place is now considered improbable. Cher
bourg is also regarded perfectly safe against
successful attack.
In the general news from Europe appear
statements that the King of Prussia has grant
ed Fulda, in Hesse Case, to the POPE, as a
residence; and that Gambetta, the French
premier, has announced to Rome his desire
that France should terminate the concordat in
order TO effect the entire separation of church
and state in France.
The Germans on the Loire have again enter
cd Tours. meeting with no opposition.
The fall OF Nuts, one of the most important
positions on the road from Dion to Lyons, ere.
ated great excitement in the latter city. Red
1epublicanism for time held full sway. Gen.
Armand, commander of the National Guard at
Lyons, was assaied, subjected to mock trial
for alleged responsibility in connection with
the disaster and shot.
Chsdourdy has sent diplomatic dispatch to
the Cabinet OF the Hague, in which be says he
learns With horror and Indignation, that four
escaped French prisoners, surrendered by ahc
Dutch to the Germans, were shot He recalls
TO the attention OF the Dutch Cabinet the prin-
ciple that the rights of the people and law are
superior to auy ordinary question OF justice,
aud protests that the courage and misfortune
Of the French soldiers give them claim to hos
pitaty among civilized and constitutional
States.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

The New York Herald says that confusion
prevalls In the nopuos'o... ----r,'' ---:' thar
"the troubles OF Gen. Grant, as the head OF the
Republican church, and the dangers which
threatens his administration and bis party arc
very Serious" and recommends an immediate
reconstruction of his Cabinet-Query will
that do?
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

The articles of impeachment presented
against Gov. Holden have appeared in the
Raleigh papers. They constitute Formidable
indictment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27
AND CHEAPEST cow FEED.

FRESH GRAINS On and after tEl: dAy ev-
erv dsy, ut POKTNENS BRE Ekl. Price
l5c per tushel. -
dec 27-lW r. PORIN ER'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

1t is Just hundred years since the follow
ing edict was promulgated in Paris, WHO:
ever shall contrive to draw into the bonds OF
marriage male subject Of his Majesty either
BY means of rouge or pearl powder, false teeth
false busts, false hips, or hleh-hesled Shoes
will be prosecuted TOR sorcery, and the mar
rispe will be declared null" 1t IS preten9eo
that were this law in force at the present DAY
the courts would be more occupied.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27
Commissioners Office, Dec. II, 1870.

Commissioners Office, Dec. II, 1870.
"a ! persons interested in the decree, OF which
the foregoing is an official copy will take notice.
that vt my office. at Fairfax Court House. on
the lG.h day oc January, le7l, shall proceed
~ execute said order o! Court and continue the
ssnc from day to day until completed.
THOMAS MOORE Comm
in ChaEcery, County Court,
Gcr I;i--,aw w Fairfax County
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-27

STIIN3IMIA:-\l Rules held in the Clerks
: <.ico q the County Court OF Alexandra
county, on tho 9Th day OF December, l87O:-
Join y. BHuchler. plaintiff. sgainst Robert
Walker, ;raLc:i@t w Jones End Inc personal
representative OF Joseph y. Pearson, to tho
pl.in,iti' uaiinowG, Iofrndant$ In cnuncery.
Tho obj c. Of TIL, suit is to have the sale set
aside &" hch WIS made by Frederick w. Jones,
on October Huh, A. D. 1864, as trustee under q
deed Of trust executed by John ID. Boucher
xnd wife, dated June 6, 1852 and recorded in
ibtr r. 4 o. ), folio SOL. one Of the land records
of Alcx&ndria County Court, and TO have the
land described in the SAID deed of trust, and
since purchased by Robert Walker, rcsold uh-
der decree Of the Court.
The defendants, Frederick w. Joues and the
personal representative of Joseph N. Pearson,
10 the plaintiff IN Unknown, not having entered their
appearance and given security according to the
nc: Of Assembly and the rules of this Court,
ard it appearing by affidavit that +. w. Jones
is not resident OF this State, and the personal
representative Of Jas. N. Pearson is unknown
TO the plsintif it is ordered that the said de-
PENDANTS appear here within one month after
cue publication Of this order and do what is ne
ccssury TO protect their Interests in this suit;
and that copy Of thi; order be forthwith in
serted in the Alexandria Gazette, newspaper
published in tho city Of Alexsndris, once q
the front door Of the Court House of this coun-
u. A copy, teste: J. TACEY, Clerk.
II l.. Smoot, D. a. dec 10-la4w
DANK OF THE OLD DOMINION,
- Alexandria, Va, June 9Th, 1870.
-&o.ice is hereby given that the countersign
cd notes Of this Bank and its Branch ut Pearls
burg must DO presented ct this Office for re-
dcmpaion at par on or before the lst day Of
July 1871. or tho same will be barred, in con
iOrnity with an act ofthe General Assembly Of
Virginia, passed June 10Th, 1e7C, entitled an
".Act for the relief OF the Bank OF the Old Do
minion."
This Bank having been in course of liqui.
dalion for the past five years, and 1t being very
desirable to Gloss up its business and to redeem
the small amount of its circulation now out
standing. tpe holders of its notes are earnestly
requested TO present them for payment at An
cxr:y day. VIM II. LAMBERT, Cashier
T. II. MILLER, Prest je27-law6m
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-07-18
Various Items.
FOREIGN NEWS.

Napoleon at the Head Of the Army March,
ing for the Rhine-The P1'uSSid1as Crossed
into France-Rumored accord 6ct,recn
Russia anil P,uSsia--The French Bridg-
ing the Rhine near Kfht-Lirely Var
Sctncs in PdriS--EathuSidsn, Of the PEG
plc-Prussian A,my Of 100000 Men on
the Fronticr-7he English Minister in
Paris still Working for Peace-Austr7a
and Holland to REMAIN Ncutrdl-Ffench
Troops Withdrawn from Rome, dc.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-07-18
ie 20--2n
rI,HE NEW RIVER r,,,,n op,,rcs
b GILES COUNTY, VA.

Z Board per day, $3.50 per week, els; per mopth.
$50, Children under ten years ana servants, haI
price. ...rr,, :, xr,,, s,sv.s In no orar
for Visitors from JULY lsT. A sssge VIII DC run IT.
rnIsriy twice week 10 and from the Montgomery
Nv hite Sulphur Springs, on the Virginia ana Ten;
nss.ee raiiroaa. Those who prefer sater travel
In tia stage and have desire 20 view the maxnin.
cent scenery OF New river, can take the cars 70
Central GepoL on the Virginia and Tennessee raii-
road. where they viii nnd comfortable hotel &C:
com lnodat!ons, and from which point eesf VIII
leave for the Springs twice each week.
/ The inyig0Yasing atmosphere. the enenaRunk
scenery, the delightful fare for WHICH sne 6ixfS
noted consisting In part In FRESH Slsh MI Y
GAME ali the season thr0agh), the dnc iaeMsiaat
properties Of the water teeiog simllsf, 70 ssSs
baihiur and the moderate cha go Tor bosI POINT
II out 81 one Of she most desirable psaees ia u,is
'Ear any further fnfoslnatfon. apply 70 lhe pro~
,.satnrs 49, - = WILLIAM EGGLESrtfN. ~
New River White Sulphur springs,
+ 49, 80 81 l.1s "a Giles county, Va
+ JOHN TYLER,
-