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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16

Colonel William Fl. Stark has commenced
suit 10 the Circuit Court OF St. Louis county
against President U. s. Grant, for $4,000
damages, alleged to have been sustained by the
plaintiff whose horse. fac and fast pacing
animal, had his leg broken by a kick from a
horse belonging to Gen. Grant. Every effort
Was made to cure the fracture, but the horse
died in consequence Of the kick Notes of
the commencement Of the suit has been served
on the President.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16

CoNsoLIDATIoN.-The tendency TO consoli-
dation of the great railroad lines and interes'
OF the country has been apparent for some time
past. and now berns to take place on gi-
pantic scale. There is danger, in the consoli-
dation of great railroad lines-danger to the
pockets OF the people, to the progress and ma.
tcrial interests OF the country, and in the end,
possibly, to the institutions of the republic
A great deal used to be said about the dan.
cerous power OF the old National Bank in
President Jackson's time, but none of these
were or are fraught with so much evil as the
stupendous railroad consolidation With which
we arc threatened. The State of Illinois has
made provision lately in her constitution to
to prevent railroad consolidation and to check
the growth of these gigantic monopolies. Is
it likely that tho Legislature of Pennsylvania
will pass any law inimical to the interests Of
the Central Railroad of that State when that
road controls legislation at Harrisburg? In
fact, tho Pennsylvania Central controls the
State as much as or more than the railroads OF
New Jersey do the State of New Jersey. The
same remarks apply in great measure to 9TH
er States and their railroads. Besides. it is
known that with the enormous wealth and
power of the leading railroad lines they can
control Legislatures whenever they choose
~ Y Herald.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16
aug U-IuWt5 CUI1Is: OF y
Lees burg Washingtonian copy.]

[Leesbu Washingtonlan copy.I
EAKM FOR SALE.-In execution Of de-
cree Of the Circuit Court Of Fairfax, rem
oered st its Juno term, 1870 in the suit OF }. Ii.
Daniel, next friend, sc VS.. A. ). Grigsby AID
others, the undeIsig1ed viii otter for sale ,S. at
Court day, the FARM now occupied by John
II. Daniel, situated in tho county of Fairiax,on
the waters Of Elk Lick run, containing 100
acres, and adjoining the lands of 4. N. Daniel,
Thomas Settle and others. This tract was de
vised by the late Stephen Daniel to the said
John h. Daniel is O.: good quality, with com
Portable improvements.
TERMS-Ten per cent TO be paid down as
deposit: the residue in &, II and Ia months,
with interest, to be secured by bond, with good
security tho title to be retained until the pur
chase money is paid, and the cash payment I"
be forfeited, and the resold at the risk o; the
purchaser should he fail to comply.
Ii. W. THOMAS, Commr.
Fairfax county, aug G-2awLs
GALE or VALUABLE LAND.-In exc
y cution Of a decree of the Circuit Court of
Fairfax, rendered at It's Juno term, 1870, in tie
suit Of Joseph Sanderson Va. John +. Kelly,
Samuel Meginney and others. tho underSgned
will offcr, by public sale, on MONDAY, the
18th day of September next. ct Fairfax Court
House, Court day, tho undivided interest OF
said Nj eginney Git being one third IN TRACl
OF LAND conveyed By him and wife to >. F.
Kelly. Said tract consists Of 100 acres, being
the land formerly owned by Z. w. Cal ahan.
it is situated near the Chsn Bridge and near
the road to Langley, about four miles from
Georg etown, and is highly improved with good
buildings, Sc.
TEEMS-Ten per cent in hand; the re:idue
in g. II and ID months, with interest. Bond,
with good security, to be given, and title re-
taired until the purchase money Is paid
H. w. THOMAS, Commr.
Fairfax county, aug 6-2aWtS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16

Miss Lydia Thompson, the blonde, is follow
ed about the country by q woman named Crit.
no. who is frantlcaly In love with her. Miss
drlhn persecutes the actress with attentions,
and protestations of inextinguishsbe Affection.
This mania eliminated in fight between the
adorer and the adored in Chicago hotel on
Monday night, and the matter was ventilated
in the police court the next day. The CORES
pondence as published is rich, rare and saucy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16

Secretary Boutwell, thinks the first step to be
taken in regard 10 the public debt is to
bring the public credit up to par, aud this can
be done either by reducing the debt by conSnu
ing the redemption of bonds, or by reducins
the rate of interest. He is conf lent that a
great reduction in the interest account eau be
made without reference to the war ia Europe,
but does not say that any Offers have been
made 10 this country or elsewhere for tho low
interest bonds authorized at the late session OF
CuDprts:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16

uAV1NG BEEN APPOINTED AGE NTs,
"JUDSON GOVERNOR"
at factory prices. No engine should be aoithout
one It is the most perfect Governor in use,
saving from 10 to Is per cent of fuel, besides
securing great uniformity in speed.
JAMESON & COLLINS,
Corner of Royal and Wilkes streets.
NH lift Alexandria, Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16

VIRGINIA MARBLE-R discoveries lave
shown that West Virginia is destined to be
the Italy of America, so far as producing the
finer qualities OF marble in al! their variety Is
concerned. Stones of great value have, from
time to time, been found in differ-nt parts OF
the State, all indicating the presence OF more
extensive deposits vet 70 be found. Extensive
deposits of marble have recently been dlscoy-
cred 10 Jefferson county, Immediately on the
banks of the Potomac, and within easy acc: SIS
Of navigation. Specimens Of these marbles are
now on exhibition in this city, are exceedingly
fine, both 10 texture and color, resembling in
many respects the tiocr qualities Of dark Egyp
tan and Italian, and declared by marble cut
tiers to be superior to them in working quail
ties. Ia addition to this, white marble has
also been found equal, ii not superior, IL Ine-
ness OF texture and beauty of color to the ltaI
ian dove. Already work has been commenced
and Northern capital and enterprise engaged
to develop these qu1rries. - Wash. Republican.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16
VIRGINIA NEWS.

Leon Schisauo, Vice Consul OF France al
Norfolk, Virginia, received on Saturday {
medal Of honor from the imperial government
20 token of its high estimation Of his noble
and selfsscrifcine exertons on board Of thu
French corvette ID Curieux, which put into
Hampton Roads some months ago disabled
from yellow fever. Accompanying the media
was handsome letter from NJ. Berlhemy, TIT
French Minister in Washington
A large meeting of the German citiz:ns @
Richmond was held last night, at which rcso
Intions containing sympathy with Prussia, ant
making provision for the aid OF the widows ant
orphans OF fallen soldiers in the cause wcr
adopted A committee was appointed to con
meet the meeting with the Central Commute
Of New York. Mr. IIamewink|e, North GS
man consul, presided.
The wives about Culpeper Court House ar
giving their husbands deal of trouble. Six
them have been 80 inconsiderato az to presen
their lords with doublets within the past t~
wears: and the Observer wants to know wha
they mean by it? Is it a conspiracy?
Among tho items of moneys paid ont by or
der OF the Auditor OF the city OF Richmond, TO
July are $4,000 to Messrs. Nceson, Daniel am
Meredith as fees for services in the EllySon ~
Chahoon legal contest.
The tobacco grown in Caroline, Louisa, an
the upper part Of Spotsyvanla, has the Irte:pu
ta,ion of being among the finest sent 10 Lien
mond Mr.. A. s. Beazlcy, of Caroline, sold re
Gently in Richmond at S42! per hundred.
MIR. Alexander Burruss, Of Caroline county
shot himself accidentally with gun, and die
| from the wound on the h,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16
COMMERCIAL.

ALEXANDRIA MARKET, Aug. lG.-Flour IS
dull Wheat is in moderat, enquiry for good
and primo samples, while inferior is dull and
neglected; offerings of2s47 bushels red, with sales
at lis, l2J, l27 100, 125 and al for inferior TO
prime. Corn is dull and lower; offering s of 90
bushels white and 81 of mixed with sales of
tho former at SO. and Of the latter at 81 and 96;
small offerings of yellow, but no sales reported.
Rye is nominal. Oats are in fair request Of
forings Of 57o bushels, with sales at AZ and 43c.
MARINE LIST.
SUN ROSE ......"..6 II MOON sErs."."... 8 "a
sTH SETS..... ...6 81
FORT OF ALEXANDRIA. AUGUST IT,
Schrs W + Gushing, Boston Annie + Mar
tin, Boston, and John j Ward, Jersey City, by
American Coal Co.
MEMORANDA.
Schr j w Rumsoy, Crsnmer, hence at New
York 18th instant
Schr Charlie Woolsey, Woolscy, hence at
Norwich 18th instant.
CANAL COMMERCE
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16

"AlR WORK.
FRlZZIEs, CHIGNoNs. SWITCHES,
CURLS. sc.
Received this day the largest stock Of REAL
and IMITATION HAIR WORK ever offered
in this city. consisting Of Chgnons, Curls,
Switches, Flzzies, SC, Of every shade, style
and price An examination from the ladies is
Solicited. G.. g. BERRY,
nupe II King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16
Foreign News.

Two persons we're killed and several injured
By a boiler explosion in brickyard neal
Leicester, England, on Saturday.
Sir Samuel Baker. the explorer Of the Nile,
is stated to have been at Tenfkiet on the 18th
OF June.
A man named Radcliff was hanged in Dor
chester England yesterday, for killing tho war
der.
The Spanish republican committee have is
sued manifesto which counsels their supper
ters to tranquility, order, and discipline. The
cause, they say, gains strength hourly.
1t is said that Captain General DE Rodas, Of
Cuba, has rendered his resignation, and it has
been declined.
There are congratulations at Madrid at the
reported dissolution OF the New York Cuban
Junta.
The official organ at Madrid says the time is
ripe for amnesty for Porto Rico, but Cuba
should await the suppression OF the rebellion
Revolutionary movements of formidable
character have recently occurred in Italy as well
as in Spain. ProcIamations establishing re-
publics 10 both countries arc hourly expected.
A dispatch from Palermo announces the ar
rest OF Mazzini. lie had just arrived from
Genoa. Alter his arrest he was taken to
Gaeta
Changes are announced in the Turkish Min
istrey.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-08-16

IMPORTANT UECIsIoN.-Judge BIodgett, OF
the United States District Court of the Dis
trict OF Columbia, has rendered decision
which materially affects the importing inter-
ests. About year since Secretary Boutwell,
instructed collectors of customs, in determining
the value of goods imported into the United
States, that it should be at the price such
goods were sold for consumption in the coun-
tries where they were produced, without max,
ing allowances tor excise taxes not imposed on
goods intended for expectation. A case in
volving the validity of these instructions came
up before Judge Blodgett on Friday, and he
decided that the Secretary was wrong-tbat
tho proper dutiabe value Of imported goods is
Its value In bond 10 the country where produ-
ced' no, excise tax being laid upon goods
exported.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

| cades have been erected in the narrow streets
! The troops are still in the neiphborhood Of the
scene, but up to this hour have not fred on
the rioters. The police are active and there
are rumors of killed and wounded on boule-
ward Montomartre. running from the Rue
Montomartre to Rue Richlieu, the police
having made several charges there. This
point is fully a mile and a half distant from
the scene of disturbances Yesterday. Many
additional arrests have been made. Gustave
Flourenz the leader of the disturbance is still
at large. thouph the authorities are making
every effort to arrest him.
Noon. The morning Journals have the
following details of the disturbances which
occurred last night !. ssThere had been much
excitement during tho dav which eliminated
about midnight in new outbreaks. These
were not conhned to one LOCALITY nor were
they on tfe scene Oh tnose suppressed yester-
uay at LaViiie'te anu beHevine' out nearer
the centre vi the Guy, anu only Ie" squares
rom the raiace hoyai. Ne" ana stronger
oarl lcaoes wv were thrown up ana tenaciousiy
ueiehoeu. me Poice attacKe"s eveIai Oh tnese
put were quiehiy oriveh on. Military forces
were 'heh Drought lii'o reYu,si.loh, "hlch as
on the Gay previous carried all C uhe oarficades
without nrlng on the CROWD. IheFe seems 10
ne nesitation on the part Vi Tue .iooPs anu Inc
rioters to resort to hre-arihs. strong detach-
hents OF ponce nave Dcen piaced on al inc
ooulesards WIN orders 10 iorcioiy olsPerse all
eio"us. Huioreas Vi rio'ers nave pcen d.
rested anu several were "ounoeo, Hanhiy III
some were killed The Marseilles did not
appear to-day. All of its editors are under
arrest for aiding the rioters: one of the edi-
tors of the Rappel was also arrested for some
offence. The ministers remained at the head
ouartors of the nolice all NIGHT The CITY is
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

The ladies of the Baptist church in this city
offer rich entertainment to their friends this
evening, in the lecture room of the church.
Mr.. W. II. Lambert, principal of the high
school, has consented to occupy portion Of
the time in reading Dickens Christmas Carols.
1t is charming story, and we have no doubt
from the reputation of Mr. Lambert as a
reader and elocutionist, that it will be rem
dered in style that will bring out the design
and spirit of the great author. There will be
entertainment provided for the inner man in
the vestry, so that those who attend may feast
physically as well as Intellectually.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10
FROM WASHINGTON.
WASHINGTON, d. c.,

.---- WASHINGTON, ID. C., Feb o.
The House Committee on Naval Affairs
have under consideration bill for the reor-
ganization of the navy. 1t is understood that
majority of the members are in favor of ar
ranging the matter of rank without assimila-
ton. This however is not definitely settled.
The House Committee on Military Affairs
was to-day engaged in the investigation of the
alleged sales of cadetships. Only one witness
was examined, and he positively testified that
members of the House in the last Congress
sold naval appointments for $500. The
youth however did not pass examination, but
the parent lost his money.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10
The Storm and the Trains.

The passenger train due here at 8 P. NJ,
Tuesday evening, did not arrive until half
past one Wednesday morning. The train
made its running time to Brunswick; between
that place and Gardiner about an hour was
lost; at Loudon Hill in Hallowell, the two
engines had used up all their wood, and a
messenger was dispatched to Hallowell to
telegraph to this city for aid. locomotive
and pillow was Immediately sent of, and the
train brought safe to Augusta.
The early train from this city Wednesday
morning, was but thirty minutes behind time
at Portland.
The Skowhegan train was thirty minutes
behind time at Augusta, on account of having
waited for the Maine Central train.
The afternoon train from Portland made its
running times hours,-but was over an
hour late on account of the Boston trains
being that length of time behind hand.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10
FROM BOSTON.

Th BosToN, Feb. 9.
Steamer Chesapeake from Portland for New
York, was aground in Provincetown Harbor
to-day, but would come off next tide without
damage.
Steamer Patapsco, from New York for
Portland, passed Highland light, Cape Cod,
at $50 p. NJ.
The schooner M. Fillmore, from Portland
for Cuba with a cargo of shocks, went ashore
during the storm of Tuesday night near the
Gurnet light at Plymouth. The crew are
safe. The vessel will be got off if she re-
ceives prompt assistance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

An Ellsworth correspondent of the Bangor
Wing, says Ellsworth people have finally
agreed to labor for a railroad to Bucksport.
All the objections urged to such road are
answered by the fact that Bucksport offers to
furnish $500, 900 for road from Bucksport
directly East. This sum with what Orland
and Surry can and will supply will build the
road almost TO Union river. If Ellsworth can
raise $500, 900, which the writer thinks posi-
BILE, the road will be built.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

The annual meeting of the Eastern Rail-
road Company was held in Boston, on Mon
day. at which the old board of directors was
unanimously chosen, excepting Hon. w. L.
Dwight, of Portsmouth, who declined re-
election' Geo. M. Brown, Samuel Hooper,
Nathaniel Thayer, Franklin Haven, Benja-
min E. Bates. Boston; Henry L. Williams,
Salem; Ichabod Goodwin, Portsmouth.
A vote was passed allowing the directors to
give their consent, if they deem it expedient,
to an increase of the stock of the Portland,
Saco & Portsmouth Railroad in, the manner
provided by the stockholders at their last an
nual meeting. 1t is understood that the divi-
dends on the new stock are to be paid in gold.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

Some grumbling disbeliever in woman's
rights says that the women Fighters generally
are 'hip-padded, bosom-stuffed, peak nosed,
thin-lipped, crack Drained, barren, babyless
women-female monstrositics and victims Of
nervous debility" Good
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

Would it not be well for Mr.. Paine to incor-
porate with his insurance bill provision for
the publication in newspapers of the condition
of the various insurance companies9 This is
now the practice and is cheap way of laying
before the public valuable information in re-
gard to the standing of the companies.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

Mrs. DR.. FARRAR.
Our Lady readers will please remember
that Mrs. DIR. Farrar is to give highly in
structive Medical Lecture, at Granite Hall
this afternoon, at o'clock. Doors open at 2
p. NJ. She comes to this city with the higfp
est Communications as lecturer. To ladies,
such lectures have salutary influence.
Admission only Is cts, to defray expenses
of the Hail.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

The meetings of the Maine Historical Socie-
ty this afternoon at the Court House, and this
evening at the Representatives Hail. will be
of interest to all. Papers will be read by sew
eraf members, containing the researches into
portant facts. The meetings are open to the
public
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10
New York Produce Market.

NEW YORK, Feb. 0.
COTTON-steady; sales 400 bales mid uplands
25t.
FLOUR - state and western without decided
change; southern dull and heavy; sales $50 bbls
common to choice 535a975.
WHEAT-opened dull and more active at lc bet
ter; sales 600 bushels; No. | spring l20al22h
No. ll65llS; winter red western 12igl2S.
CORN-heavy and without decided change; sales
p 900 bushels.
OATS-frm and unchanged
BEEF-steady and unchanged.
PORk-frmer and quiet
LARD-steam IA y al51s kettle l61.9l7.
SUGAR-fair to good refining l05lO3s.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

Two friends met at the door of dram shop
in this city the other morning, before the pro-
prietor had commenced business for the day.
They tried the door, but found it fastened.
Heaving sigh they departed
1.-TWO souls with but single thought
and that for rum.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

IL it the duty of the street commissioners,
in case of severe snow storm to make the
sidewalks passable? If he does not already
possess that power, it should be speedily given
him by the city council.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10
ON his report. 1t should have been put be-

from his report. 1t should have been put be-
fore the public for their information. If
gentleman of this kind is to be the commits
sioner to decide what companies are solvent
or insolvent, he would appeal to gentlemen
if the interests of the public are safe? He
also shows his ignorance Of marine insurance,
by not knowing anything about an open policy
which allows the holder to increase the
amount insured in Maine Companies.
Mr.. Munger next took up the matter of tax
alton. If We had the capital of New York or
Massachusetts, we had the amount of mon
ey invested in home companies as they have
the argument for taxation would hold good
But how stands the case? Have fire and ma
rine insurance companies made money in
Maine? How a man in his senses could take
one solitary year and make an estimate on
that, was more than he could see. Why not
take ten years, or forty years? The business
of the last four years, of eight-tenths of the
insurance companies in the United States,
shows that they have received from premi
ums Sl55, 4S6,256, and their disbursements
have been Sl67 ,543, IA or SIP 057 ,4ss more
money paid out for losses and expenses than
has been received from premiums. 1t may be
asked, how do these companies pay dividends?
Plainly from the earnings of their united cap
ital, amounting to more than S7S, 100000.
So much for the business. Now let us
come nearer home. He saw that the Exam
iner's report made good exhibit of the in
surance business in Maine for 1868. All
the companies that had done business had
made money, and he was heartily glad of it.
But have insurance companies made or lost
money in Maine Only in one instance is
the balance in favor of the company doing
business. He then gave the following state
ment showing the losses paid out during the
last four years by the principal foreign COM
panies doing business in Maine over and
above the amount received in premiums:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

A young fellow attempted to clean out an
old gun-barrel with red-hot poker. He can't
find one of his fingers. A foolish woman used
kerosene to kindle a kitchen fire, and now her
clothes fit her husbands second wife remark
ably well.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

Capt. Commcrel has received orders from
his government to proceed with the Monarch
direct to Portsmouth, England, and will sail
from Portland on Saturday or Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

The friends of temperance in Brunswick are
holding a series of public meetings, every
Monday. There is great interest manifested;
the people seemed determined to stop rumsell
ing if possible.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

A bell has been put into the new Methodist
church in Waterville, which has just been
finished The edifice will soon be dedicated.
1t is fine structure, built by c. F. Douglas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

A Lewiston man says that if he ever builds
a house he will have folding they're
so handy in case of funeral :"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

Yesterday mornings train from this city
was but few minutes late in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

The Rockland stage started with good cour-
age yesterday morning, but was compelled to
put back and give up the trip on account of the
snow blockade.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-02-10

The proceeds of the masquerade ball which
is soon to come off in this city, are to be given
to the Capital Guards. Tickets are selling
rapidly