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found they had to do away from it, they
would he twice as we'll off. And he wound
up by saying emphatically (that is, damn
it) wonld rather be hung in Virginia than
die natural death anywhere else.
was amused to hear Florida soldiers in
the swamps of that country speak with en-
thusissm of the wonderful beauty of the
Valley of Virginia. They spoke in such
terms that l came to the conclusion that
they esteemed it equal to Heaven; and that
good Floridians, when they die, hope to be
carried to the Valley of Virginia.
BURIED ARMoR.
! SAW in Tallahassee part Of the armor
of a Spanish cavalier of Dc Soto's army.
During the war plough had turned up a
complete suit Of armor in one Of the ad-
joining counties. Nothing was found in
the armor but few crumbling bones, that
fell into dust On exposure to the air, and
some solid teeth that had resisted decay.
All else of the man, save the iron shell in
which be fought, had perished. The farmer
considered the iron Godsend in the war,
when iron was so scarce, and had it made
into horse-shocss All that WAS left my
friend had secured. 1t consisted Of nearly
all the headpiccc, with large, heavy visor
for the face, and the outer plates for one
arm. The helmet and visor were very
heavy, and so contrived that the weight Of
them rested on the shoulders. | tried them
on. and how any man wore them and fought
III them passes my comprehension. The
weight was enough to opprcss the strongest
man.
Tie eve-holes were covered by sliding
plates. so as to make the very narrowest
Slit, that even the sharpest arrow could
hardly penetrate. The protection to head
and iace was perfect. At the shoulder and
elbow were still to be seen straps of lea
ther. mdestrovcd by time and burial, by
which the pieces were drawn together. The
leather Of Cordova, used in armor, was
made of the best hides, and lay in the vat
for ten years before it was considered TIT
, for use.
What tale could that armor tell if it
could speak. and say where its owner had
| fought, and seen. aud been a part Of. De
Soto had gathered his cavaliers from the
most adventurous blood Of old Spain. Men
who had marched with Cortez to the Halls
of Montezuna, who had been with DE Soto
| himself. when lie served under Pizarro.
anu sclAed inc Inca OF fcru III n'e ." II
p&'ace' VINO haa maze Terrible war II. A'a'S
under tie t:reat captain, or louSht III ,ne
Low countries, or against the lurh uhuei
Don John OF Austria: 1hey were tue
very flower Of The chlvalry OF SPAIN ana
were the hest soldiers ior valor and hardl-
hood the world ever saw, either before or
! since.
There is no record in the worlds history
; Of blood brighter ana stronger than that
exhibited by these men who landed
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

We have determined to reduce to less than the
regular gold rates the price OF every article OF
magnificent stock or Diamonds, Fine Watches.
Jewclry, and silyerware, and ask an inspection OF
our goods anu prices, which we propose to offer
for less than they can be bought in the frst-class
houses OF New York and Phlladephia. We i'm
port and receive daily from the manufacturers the
latest styles Of rich Jewelry, Fine Watches, Dia-
mond and Pearl Sets, Leontine Vest and Guard
Chains, Glove Bands and Buttons, Handkerchief
Holders, Amethyst Mossagate, Ruby Signet, Dla-
mond Engagement, and Plain Gold Wedding
Rings; Masonic jewels and Jewelry, spectacles
and Eyeglasses, Sterling silver Spoons, Forks,
Pitchers, and rich Presentation Pieces In cases.
SOwLAS & Co., ~
Main stract corner Of Tenth
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HusT1SGs CoURT-WEpxEsDAY-Judge
-BramhaH.-Matt Page Wormley, indicted
for breaking and entering the dwelling
house of Charles Smith, was acquitted. :.
John Wright and James Curtis, jointly
indicted for breaking and entering the
store Of James Rankin and stealing 500
pounds of bacon. Jury failed to agree,
and the prisoners were remanded to jail.
The court refused to grant new trial in
the case of Jake Dillman.
The following cases are get for trial to-
day (Thursday) George Pryor and Henry
Vaughan. ....
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GENTLENEN'S Fashions FOR SPRING.
One of our leading clothing houses has fur
nished us with the following notes on spring
styles for gentlemen:
liuterialS.-For walking frock and half
dress coats, fancy-colored cloths, crepes,
patelot mixtures, and diagonals, will be the
favoritc goods. In fancy styles for panta-
looms plaids will be much worn, although
the leading tendency is towards stripes
Side-b bands very small or omitted entirely
The material for vests will be the same as
for coats, Or. when varied from them, fancy
! cashmere will be used.
For business suits nothing has superseded
the Scotch chenots. and they stu remain
the favoritcs FOR summer wear. There viii
be many new coloringS in plnids and mix.
| tures. Of which ti,e black and brown shades
will bc most popular.
| GWes.-Coats, generally, will be cut
short, and the roll OF tho lappels some
what reduced. For street coats, walkin.
frocls will prevail: and Tor business pur.
poses. English walking coats, with side.
pockets OIL hips. For tic warmest weather
sack coats. as usual, will he most popular
Pantaloons will hc larger at lower part ot
the leg, with increased spring over tn,
foot. Vest. either single or dc;1hlehrenst,
| ed, and ne,lium roll.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

VIRGINIA IIIsToRIcAL SoCIETT.-We con-
eratulate the people of Virginia on the re-
viYal of the Historical Society. Its first
meeting since the wac will be held this
evening, in the hall of the House OF Dele
gates, at half-past I o'clock. Hugh Blair
Gricsby, Esq, the recently-elected pres:-
dent of the Society, will deliver his inau-
gural address. The Society will also be
addressed by William H. Macfarland, ESQ.
We hope, for the honor Of our ancient Com.
monwealth, that this meeting will be we'll
Intended
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LOCAL MATTERS.

MEETING OF IRISH CIrIzENs.-FoRMATloS
OF \ HlEERSIAN SoCIETT.-A very large
number of our Irish citizens assembled
last evening at tho City Hall for the pur-
pose of organizing Hibcrnian Society, and
of making suitable arrangements for the
celebration of St. Patrick's day.
On motion, General p. T. More was called
to the chair, and Mr.. Thomas O'Farrell was
appointed secretary.
On motion of Mr.. Dooley, the Chair ap-
pointed the following committee to prepare
business-viz., Messrs. Dooley, Kerr, Hays,
Brennan, McGovern, James Kirk, James
Golden Edward Warning, George Perrin,
and DR.. Clarke. After the committee had
retired, appropriate speeches we're made by
Messrs. Mcmahon and others.
The committee reported as follows:
"Your committee report that it is advisa-
ble for this meeting to proceed to inaugu
and submit for your consideration and ap-
probation constitution and bylaws for
the government Of such association and
| that it is also advisable that committee be
appointed by this meeting to make suitable
arrangements for the celebration of St.
Patrick's day on the 18th day of March,
lc'U, salu coIulnlttec 10 COnSlsL OIL ten
members, to be appointed by the Chair,
who shall report through the public papers
of this city,
In presenting the report Mr.. Doolcy made
a most eloquent address, and urged the re-
riyal Of the old custom of observing the
national holiday of Ireland. Accompany
ing the report was a constitution and by
laws.
The report was adopted. and the follow
ing committee was appointed under it:
| James II. Dooley, F. J. Reilly, J. L. Whit
takcr, Captain Peter Kennedy, J. NJ. Hig-
gins, William English, james Hays, Robert
Kearse. William Kelly, 7. ". McMahon,
james Golden, Dr.. Mahoncy. and the Chair
man.
The Constitution was then read, naming
the oreanizutiol the " Richmond Hibernian
Benevolent Society" The bylaws was also
read.
The report was then adopted as whole,
with en- amendment providing that the
badge Of The Order should lie = simple green
rescttc instead Of the egalia originally pro-
posed.
The names OF those wishing 10 join the
Association were then taken, anu the meet
Ing adjourned.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

SUICIDE OF 4 CoLoEED MAS.-festerday
mornin. young colored man named W..
Clark committed suicide by jumping into
the river from Mayo's bridge. lie was a
student at tie Theological Institute for CO.
lorcd men, Of which Rev. DR.. Corey is the
rresident. and was considered very pro-
missing young man. For several days he
had been suffering with depression Of
spirits, hut the fact had not come to the
knowledge Of the teachers until about au
hour before they heard of his death.
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LAURA KgESE.-The fine comedy of
"School" was produced last night to a
splendid house in most admirable manner,
and the reception of Miss keene was L. st
enthusiastic. Her engagement here bids
fair to be highly successful. 1t is proper
that it should be. She is one of the best
actresses on the stage, and brings with her
as thorough a company as is now playing
on this continent. Tonight fine bill
"Is She Mad ?" "Two Can Play at that
Came" and "Actress by Daylight
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

WE CALL ATTENTION to LEVY BROTHERS. ad.
vertisement Of WET GOODS. These goods were
dana ged through carelessness by fresh water. The
fabric is consequently uniujured. They are deter
mined TO close out this lot OF goods without delay
as they say that dry goods store is not the place
for wet goods. We advise all In wsnt'of the arti.
cles advertised to call carly, such inducements
rs are now offered arc seldom met with.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

GOLD IL still going down, down, down, and our
friends e. B. SPENCE & soS are marking down
their clothing and Rentlemen's wear generally to
specie basis. Their stock Is large and varied,
and contains all OF the new notions and styles OF
the day.. 1900 Main street IL the pace for good
ut, the latest styles, aud the lowest prices.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

KNIGHTS or PTTHIAs.-Un Monday
night Mr.. w. II. Wade, Grand Chancellor
of Virginia, instituted new lodge OF this
Order at Charlottesville. a large number
of young men of standing were initiated,
and everybody knighted became enthu-
siastic. A fine supper Was given the Rich
mond Chancellors, and they returned to
give glowing accounts of their treatment.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

For TIE PooR.-Edjtor Dispatch {: Please
acknowledge for the poor s25 from gen.
tleman of Richmond, also al0 from two
others, and IS from lady. These amounts
were promptly and judiciously appropri-
nted. have met with cases of distress
lately rarely witnessed. A recital of them
would astonish sospe people.
VI, ", PARgEa.
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.AnJUrGNEp MEETING OF TuE BAs.-fhc
members of the bar Of Richmond and
Henrico met yesterday, pursuant to ud-
iournmcnt, for the purpose Of considering
plans for The organization OF the courts OF
Richmond, under the new Constitution.
Colonel Thomas J. Evans occupied ihe
chair, and iIr. 4. A. Smith actel as sccre-
t"ry.
After considerable discussion, in the
course Of which there appeared considera-
bic diversity Of opinion, the following gen
tlc,pcn were appointed q committee t. pre-
pare 3 scheme for organization James
Lyons, J. \. Meredith, Raleigh I. Daniel,
reachy r. Gtattan, Isaac IL. Darlington,
James Neeson, John B. Young, and Thomas
j. Evans.
The meeting then adjourned to meet
again at the cell of the chairmun.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

CoNv1cTs.-The following-named con-
victs from Rockingham county were re-
ceived yesterday: William Washington,
house breaking, two years and fovr months
Lewis Tams, same offence, one yeaH Ste
phen Taliaferro, grand larceny, three years
and three months.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

Is copying the list of appointments Of
the Methodist Episcopal Church for the
present year the clerk omitted the name OF
Rev. Charles King at Hillsboro, Loudoun
cnnniY Va
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4 JAIL Bird ARRESTED. On Tuesday
evening a notorious negro scamp named Joe
Tyler was arrested on the charge of break
ing into the store of John I. Jones, III
Heurico county, above Richmond, during
the month Of February. Tyler is one of
the negroes who escaped from New Kent
iail some months ago.
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THE ROSEBUD CoNcERr.-One hundred
little children under twelve years old will
give delightful entertainment at the
Grace-Street Baptist church this evening
at 6 o'clock. Admission only Is cents-the
money to 60 to the support of orphans.
Who will not go?
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

FrGITlvE.-Challes W. Shafer, fugi
tive from justice. was yesterday delivered
up to the Maryland authorities on the re-
ouisition of Governor Oien Bowie, of thai
State. He was arrested in Loudoun county
to which place he had escaped from Mont
gomery county Jail, where he had beer
placed for fcloniouely obtaining O horse
bridle, and other articles.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

FRACTIONAL CURRENCY ABASDseED.--
Allan & johnson have abandoned the use
Of fractional currency, and in lieu of it are
using specie for all fractions of u dollar.
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Mr.. HATcuER'S LECTURE.-Rev. ". E.
Hatcher's lecture, which was announced i'll
yesterday mornings paper as having been
postponed for few days, will take place
on next Tuesday night at s o'clock.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

Nsto York Weekly, Ledger, Chimney Corner,
Leshe's Weekly, Rarpsr's Weekly. Erery Satur-
day. Saturday Night, Transatlantic, and all other
weeklics aud monthlies published, can he had at
ELLysoS C TAYLoR'S news depot, mex. to Dis.
patch building.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

DESPITE THE COLD WEATHER, for the cheap
est and best coke, anthracite snd bituminous coal
OF all kinds and sizes sawed, split and long wood
60 TO Mr.. j. B. WATK1Ss's I'LL Main street near
the post-oilcc.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

RICHMOND BANKING AND INSURANCE
CoMrASY.-At meeting of the Board of
this banking institution held on the Sth MIR.
George A. Hundley was elected director
to fill q vacancy.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

On all public or prtvnte sales Of Real Estate
,ngtte bet,oeen ne Let qf January and the 1st Of
ycdr, but on all sales 5et,ceea The Frst day Of
July and The last day Qf December the seller
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

RICHARDSON co. will sell ut and p. NJ.
snndry pieces of improved real estate on
Church Hill.
THOMAS W. KFESEE will sell at 10 A. VI.
household furniture, ircn safe, &C..
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

SPRING STYLEs.-Just opened, Broughton, Ad-
miral, Forrest, Can-Cap, Peabody, and NIL the
novelties of the season, at p. WEIs1GER s Co.'s,
1901 Main street corner Twelfth.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

MAYORS CouRT.-Charles Schonberg,
charged with threatening to assault and
beat Mary Rcichman, was required to give
security in $3.50 for his future good be-
havior.
George Webb, threatening to assault and
abusing Charlotte Johnson, WAS DISCHARGED.
Frank Roy (negro), stealing wood FROM
the Basin bank. Case continued until Fri
day.
Edmund Christian (negrc), assaulting
Michael Walsh with n rock, was sent OF for
indictment.
Thomas Conners, assaulting and beating
Thomas Nagle, was discharged.
Frank Nelson (ncgro boy), stealing two
bags from Gilbert Murray, was sent to jail
in default of $I0O security.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10
HOOKS AND STATIONERY

DAPER.-Four cases FLAT.CAP Pa.
PER, IL IL, and 10 pounds two cases DENY
and MEDIUM rAPERs, together with full as
sortment Of LETTER, FooLsCAP, NOTE, and
pOLIOPOsT PAPERS. for sale stwholesale and
retail. TUODHOUSE &aPAR!IAA,
f. % Booksellers and ststioners.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

Go to ELLysoS & TAYLoR's news depot, mex.
to Ifspatch building, for weekly and daily papers
aud magazines All the city dsllie5 always on
hand.
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MEETINGS.

THE MEMBERS OF THE RICHMOND
L MUSICAL ASSOCIATION, both active and
passive, are urgently requested TO attend . meet
March llth, IN the lecture-room OF DIR. Hoee 8
church, rs business Of vital importance win be
transacted. j. v. l.. MCCREERY,
NH 10 -2t< Secretary
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PORT OF RICHMOND, MARCH O. $50.
ARRIVED.
Steamer State Of Maryland. Travcrs, Balti-
more, merchandise and passengers, Haryeys &
Williams.
6AILEp.
Steamer John Sylvester, Clifford Norfolk. mcr-
chanisc and passengers, l.. B. Tatum.
Schooner Muskee, Mani, Chickahoniny. TO load
railroad ties for Philadel2h rtis y parker.
Schooner W. \. ',esner Egbert, Philadelphia,
railroad tie-, Curtis & Parker.
S.ENOnAESA.
WEST FONT, VA, March 9.-Arrtyed, steamer
Echnehcc, Freeman Baltimore merchandise and
passengers, Richmond and York River Balrrad
i.a,,i sailed ith return.
Jew YORK, March In port 7choon"rs
QuckSt.p, Siuith. and aston L. Hubbard, Love-
land, lna,jinS for Richmond.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

ExEcuT1vE.-The Governor yesterday
commissioned John s. Harnsberger notary
public for Rqckbridga county.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1870-03-10

n ELLYsoS & co. will insert advertisements IL
the principal newspapersin Virginia, North Caro-
lima, Tennessee, and the northern cities, at pub
iisbers' rates. for cash. Apply at this oiice.
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s'sEsc EsE ata.
g'AILORING, TAILORING.
CLOTHS, CASslnGNt.S, anI yEsTING

Z - ,.-,...
CLOTHS, CASSttlGi,t.S, &uI EESTIEGS.
In addition to i:EA.tY-MADE CLOTHING !
keep constantly U' hand Il large AND fashionlhc
aestIrrmcut Of iInTiI~. CASSlN -.RES, rad
NE>TI -.tiS which will make up 10 measure In
~" latest .tylCS and best workmanship.
|. Sir. lACOit FEEL "f Germany, lately nf Ratl-
inrc nI ut the best cutters coats ana pants IN
III" II .tr Of Virginia, Is with me aud I! s cannot
CT. IL iii and please yui no one glsi. can. Give
him Il trial SMITH TiiE CI.CTHiER,
1865 ,Lnin street.
saiEsuEN i. \. Saunders, L. F. Pccor, j. l..
S,uifh. lccZ
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20 T II J n G.
u 4 l. ID " ! n S.
LATEST IMpEuN EMESTS IN STYLE AM
FINISH KNOWN TO TIE TRADE.

FINISH KNOWN TO TIE TRADE.
UCY pALnwN'S CLOTHING. FOR Il II
TIE BEST N TOWN.
EAf,DWIN'S CLOTHING GIVES YOU a
GEkTEEL APPEARANCE.
yCUSt; AID 0JD WILL FIND ALL STYLES
TO SUIT THEM.
RALDWiN'S SALES THE PRESENT SEAsoS
ASTONISH ALL.
FIVE THOUSAND SUITS OF ALL GRADES
HAVE BEEN SOLD.
CITIZENS AND STRANGERS, WE SHALL
BE GLAD TO SEE YOU.
LOWER THAN THE LOWEST OUR GOODS
SHALL BE SOLD.
BALDWIN THE CLOTHlER,
CORNEH aAIE AND TENTH sTREETs
ta3
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|. SPRING STYLE SILK HATS for young gents at
r. WEIsIGER & Co.'s, 1901 Main, corner Twelfth
stree,
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bEITER-tARRlERS hElbRl ftR
AIRY. 1S70-tN INTERESTING ExHIBIT.-
The report Of the Superintendent of Letter
Carriers Of Richmond Post-Ofice for the
month of February, just passed, mukes tue
following remarkable exhibit:
Mail letters delivered during the month bT
Newspapers delivered during the month by
N1ii letters COLLECTED from street boxes du
ring the month by carriers s.............. 1910
Newspapers collected from street boxes du-
ring the month 10y carriers. 3,529
Making the total collections and deliveries
fer the short month OF February. @ll9.isl
This free-deliyery system. which has
grown to such dimensions in connection
with our post-office, vas fret established
July !, 1869. It began, under many disad-
vantages, as IN innovation on fixed habits,
and it had hard struggle against misun-
derstandings and prejudice. But obstacles
succumbed to its manifest advantages, and
the citizens OF Richmond we're blessed with
q convenience that they will never willingly
surrender. Last September this carrier
system showed the following statement for
the month
Mail letters delivered by carriers. q 7o54
Local letters delivered by carriers......... l,l52
Newspapers delivered by carriers s.......... 7,les
Letters collected by carriers............... l2l
Total ...............z q, 44e
Or less 'oVSs
Than for last month. .1.s,.sI
Of course this astonishing increase of
business in this department is due In no
small degree to the industry and fruitful
ness of the individual carriers; but It
would be unjust to the Superintendent of
Carriers not to ascribe the efficient manage
ment Of the system to his tireless care and
direction. This superintendent is Mr.. E.
J. Doughty, young gentleman reared IN
our midst, and who unites in himself q
perfect familiarity with post-office business
and a full acquaintance with our citizens
and their places Of residence and business.
These qualifications fit him admirably for
the position he occupies, and the success he
has attained shows that he is earnest IN the
discharge Of his responsible duties. The
tox system at the post-office is go rapidly
diminishing that only two sections remain
in use, and the day is, perhaps, not far
distant when Miss Van Lew can take them
all down, and rejoice in her great victory.
The street boxes have proved u great
convenience, those located in the outskirts
Of the city saving many weary walk to
the post-otfice. The STAR boxes have
become a necessity to our business men, as
all letters are collected from them five times
daily-at forty-fve minutes before the
closing of the five principal mails--by car
riers especially assigned to that duty.