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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-01-12
The Flow of specie 20 Asia.

To China and India, especially to
China, the specie of the world has flowed
for ages, and continues to flow as water
into a grea. gulf. Nearly evory steamer
that leaves San Francisco for China takes
out large amount, and the steamer
China, which sailed on the lst inst. for
Hong Kong and Yokohama, carried
within fraction of seven hundred
thousand dollars in treasure. The
Asiatics have tea, silks and other things
to sell, which we and the people Of other
nations must have; but they 90 not take
of Us in return manufactures and pro-
ducts, exclusive of specie, to balance the
trade Indeed, the balance is always
largely against us aud has to be made up
by the shipment of specie. This extra
ordinary and continual gulf in Asia for
the precious metals is a very curious
thing to contemplate. But the practical
question for us to consider-and for our
government, merchants and shippers 70
cousiaer-is how We are 10 create aud
stimulste market in Asia for Ameri-
eau products aud manufacturer, 50 as 70
bring about balance of trade. The
time appears favorable for this. Under
the pFSsout CoinpololfCiy nOehot bOf-
ernmeut Of China and the Burhngsme
treaty, and in the rapid development of
trade with japan, there appears TO be
good opportunity for increasing our ex-
uorts to that part of the world, and for
Introducing many things from this csuu-
try which the Asiatics may want or may
lesrs to want We call the attention Of
Congress and Of ear merchants to the
importance of this subject. There is q
race commencing among commercial ma
tions for the opening aud future trade
with Asia, and, considering our geo
graphical position aud the enterprise of
our people, this conntry soon ought TO
have the largest share. Shall We seize
the advantages or le, then slip fscn us
when they are within our grasp That is
the qusstioo.-Neso York Herald.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-01-12
Collapse Of n Balloon at the Hight
of 0Re Mfle-Whnt happens 10 sne
AerOnaut.

Collapse Of n Bale Oon az the H'Snt
of 0ne Mfle-whnt Happens 10 'ne
AerOnaut.
From the Atlanta (Ga.) New Era, jar. FL
The balloon ascension announced to
come IF yesterday, came. CD promptly ct
the sppointed time. Or. Albert Hspe
went up alone. When the balloon had
reached the hight Of about one mile,
those who were watching it we're horritsd
10 see II explode aud collapse in the
amer a;r. No one in the vast crowd
doubted that the trip was fatal one to
the srdeut adVenturer. The city was
fnIl Of speculations IS to where his corpse
would be found; for about an hour the
excitement was intense, when, TO the
astonishment of every one, the Doctor
rode in, sound in body and as cheerful
as IL his habit. His escape was most
miraculous Gus. How It happened that
his lie wss not saeriGeeS, surpassss the
comurehension Of every ons who wit
nesss6 the awful exhibition. The Aoctor
fsll sbout three miles out Of town, aud
the only iridry be sustained was few
scratches from sons bushes in which be
fell He wss uncorseisss when be
reached the ground. bB, 5000 Teeoyefeqi
and made very iniiistory reRars 10
Rs. Murphy. who was the hrSt man 10
raarh him.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-01-12

my PLACE, FOUR MILES OUT on
Mernando road, containing twelve
and "A half acres good land, well Inn
nroyed; new house. Kitchen, ser
wants house, smOke-house, corn
crib, carrtage-hOuse, wagon shelter
etc. ali new; fine young orchard,
rsspberries, s,strawberries and grapes;
fine clover lot, grass lot, garden, ETC.;
two splendid cisterns aud horse
pond. VIII be sold ON
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-01-12

1T s-se.-;-< from afzas-it il this cause that
Il the defoudsnt. hichard c. wilkins. Is hon
resident of the Stata Of Tennes.ee. Il Il there
fore ordered that be make his Appearances
herein. a. the Courth0use in the city oi Mem
phfs, Tenn, on the frst Monday N February,
1859. and plead. answer OF demur 20 complain
ants bin or the sane will be taken for con less ed
As 10 him and set for hearing exparte; and that
a copy Of this ordcr be published once wee <.
for four successive weeks. u t-e -enpsii
hUGUsTON ALsToN. Q. and n.
By Bxyg. CoLuAN, Denuty G. and VI.
A Cory-Attcsts Winchester, keaves = Win
chester. Solicitor for CouPlainant llg0-l<l
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-01-12
f. wHrTMORE,
uhIan nIonrar mice.
mrsSOUBI VALLEY
Life Insurance Company,
omcs Southwestern Department,
NO. 206 FRONT Row. MEhPHIs.
Merritt q Weld. eenl Agents
Read the Following

LrTrLE Rock, December II. lsea.
Wa. Holt, Esq., State Agent Mis- ouri VALLEY
Life Insurance. Company;
Sra: IL Is with pleasure We acknow edge
rec.ipf Of twenty-five hundred dollars from
Won. through Me6srs. Merritt Weld. ueneial
Asents Southwestern Department, IN settle
.,eof Nv vour Company Of Policy No 6il, on
fbe life OF Captain James Iimma, decreased,
snd would cordially recommend the Miisouri
VALLEY" To al parties desiring % insure tnetr
s;Ver a. one In every way worthy the co1l-
i.-re e-d patrfnase n che colnm1Eity- TIE
sesi evidence TO vs. Of the merit oi the Gem
raw. 4 thc rrnInnt paJ mtnt fits losses.
W. N. ADAMS.
GORDON N. PEA1.
cl.ttf aduiuirtrators Jas. Iimms deed.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-01-12
PUBLIC LEDGER.

The PUEBLO LEDoER Ia published every Af-
ternoon toxcept Sunday by
H. w HTTMO % NJ II,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-01-12
Prince Arthur Coming to washing

Prince Arthur Coming to Washing.
ton.
The Washington Chronicle says: 1t
appesrs that we are TO have visit from
His Royal Highness Prince Arthur,
William, Patrick, Albert K 6. Leuten-
ant of the Rife Brigade of the British
army. Prince Arthur has announced his
intention of visiting Washington City
somewhere about the latter part of che
month, for the especial purpose of cali
ing on President Grant previous to visit
ing other portions of the United States;
He will &c accompanied by Colonel
EIphinstone, C. B. V. c., bis Equery, and
Ensign Fitzroy, will remsin here about
a week, and will be the guest of Mr.
Thornton, the British Minister. From
here Prince Arthur and suite will pro.
ceed to New York, where he will spend
several days, but whether he will visit
apy other city has pot been definitely
decided; it is believed, however, that if
he has sufficient time at his disposal,
he will also visit Philadelphia and Bos-
ton.
Prince Arthur was sent to Canada to
ioin the Rife Brigade as subaltern, IN
order that he might familiarize himself
with all the branches of military duty,
and is at present serving with his com
mand at Montreal His Royal Highnsss
ia nearly twenty years of age, and is
spoken of as young man or hne
presence and engaging manners.
Itisto be hoped that the ladies OF
Washington will net lay siege to the
young gentleman's heart in the enthusi-
aqtic aud vigorous style the ladies of the
Dominion are said to have adopted.
They will at least be content to admire
the scion of o royal house without ab'
stracting his gloves, seizing upon his
royal handkerchief, begging to be per-
mitted to kiss his hat and overcost, or
trooping in crowds to inspect his private
apartments during his temporary abb
sence.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-01-12
Second door from hadisOn.
si-lls
sCUPP Err NON Gs.

OO 0O0 sCUPPRRN0NG. FLOWERS.
ZO,OOO Tender Paip. Tho1as and Suro !
crane plants. one. 80 and three year, old, veil
rooted. for sale. No vines viii be sent but
tho ofthc best Quality. and The true charae-
be sent On application. AhF1irucnts by Ex-
pres will be markea G. o. ID"
Order LEFT with B B. Barnes. No. - Main
street. M-mp1is. Tenn, or sant 90 ~, vii b.
-rote 10 ur. The 800 vines prr-tl1sd of y1u
LAST February. not one died. and so1o Of then
ssirSs, BILLS A Co.
els WAstsrillc, c0iuntul CO., &C.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

Police REpoRT-MAYoR's OFFICE - Two
men, residents of the city, for disordorly con-
duct, while under the influence OF liquor, were
locked up in the watch house, but afterwards
discharged with an admoniton upon promises
of future good behavior.
MAGISTRATES OFFICE.-W esley Murphy
coored, who had worked his way up the river
from Mathias's Point on the schooner Mary
Ann, arrested this morning by police officer
James Smith, charged with stealing silver
watch from hand on that vessel named Julius
Taylor, and selling the same for fifty cents, was
committed to Jail for further examination.
John Pine. a small colored boy, arrested by
police officer Foley, charged with stealing Il
watch from the residence OF Mr.. John Arnold,
was committed to Jail for further examination.
tie said he found the watch under bush.
WATCH REpoRT.-Night clear and temper
ture moderate Three colored balls were IN
progress at Hshtown, but no disturbances oc
Cured at either Of them. There we're no dls-
orders in any quarter Of the city, nor any arrests
by the watch.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

rTRUsTEE's SALE.-By virtue Of q deed of
/ trust from William D. Shepherd and wife
dated the 9th day of December, 1867. duly re-
corded amongst the land records Of Fairfax
county, and for the purposes thoren mention
ed, will sell. at public auction, at Fairfax
of August next that being Court day, tho
TRACT OF LAND called MOUNT OAK"
near the village of Falls Church. formerly be-
longing to Daniel F. Dulany, containing near
$40 acres. The buildings consist OF large kI.f
BRICK DWELLING HOUSE and "the lllll
out buildings it is we'll wsterod has suhi
cheney Of timber for its support, and is ono OF
the most beautiful and desirable tracts Of land
in the county. 1t is distant about eight miles
from Washington city and six from Alexandra.
TERMS-$l, 594G5 with interes! from the LIST
of January, 1868. and the expenses of sale. will
be required in cash; $l.594.65, with interest
from the lat of January. 1868, on the lst days of
January 1871, 1872 and 49,, the excess, if any,
with interest from the day Q! sale, to be paid On
the lst day of January, 1873, to DO secured by a
lien upon the property, at the expense OF the
purchaser. Selling as Trustee. shall convey
such title only as is vested in me, which, how
ever, is believed TO DO upquestionnble.
THOS. K. LOVE, Trustee.
Fairfax co., iy l4-lawts Wash. Rep.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

HusTINGs CoURr. Judge Lope presiding.
10 DAYS PROCEEDINGS Commonwealth
VS.. James Boswell murder of Martha French
The order entered yesterday removing the case
to the Circuit Court tor the city of Alexandria,
Court and arraigned, and upon his arrangement
moved to be tried In Circuit Court. which mo
ton was ovcrruled-and on motion Of prisoner
the case was continued to the October term Of
the court, and prisoner remanded to jail
Bc1ch warrants we're awarded against Sam J..
p. Carr, attempt to commit murder; VIM.
Clagett, house breaking; VIM. Clagett, house
breaking; Hiram Arnold, taking child from 6
person having lawful charge thereof.
Hunter vs.. Beach, dismissed by order o
plaintiff
Court adjourned till 10 o'clock tomorrow
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

ALEXANDRIA AND FREDERICKsBURG RAIL
ROAD. The Washington Republican says,
that in consequence Of the decision recently
made by Judge Underwood in the case of this
road, already mentioned, that the sale and dc
livery of the road was fully authorized by the
contracts aud regularly eff. cted," it is believed
that the road will now be rapidly pushed on to
completion, and connection established over
the Long Bridge with the Baltimore aud Poto.
mac road
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

RETAINED LETTERS The following letters
are detained in the postofhce of this, city tor
want Of stamps - Miss Virginia Hurst, Piscat
away, Md, Beverly Rodgers, Alexandra, Va;
Mrs Esther r. Morrison, Barton, Nd.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

.ANNIyERsARY.-i esteriay, the 18th Of
july. was the anniversary Of the Commence
uent OF the towa Of Alexandria, the first sale
Of lots haviog been made on the 18th Of July
l74Y Among the lots first disposed Of were
those in the neishborhood of the corner of
King and Fairfax streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
TELEGRAPH NEWS.
ESPECIAL DISPATCHES TO THE GAZETTE.
FROM WASHINGTON.
WASHINGTON, July IA -3p. NJ.
CDS9RESS.

WASHINGTON, July II . y. III.
CONGRESS.
The Senate occupied the first hour OF the
session in discussing claim OF Mrs. NJ. r..
Robinson, If n.y., i1r $4,000 rent It lamp
Robinson, Ky.
MIR. wilson from the Committee un Military
Affairs reported adversely to the j,iUt Result
ton for restoring The Washington relics taken
from Arlington 10 their owner NJ ISIS Mary Custls
Lee.
MIR. Sumner from the Committee on Foreign
Relations reported bill for the relief of Mich
olas p Trist, for the negotiation of the treaty
Of Gauiaoupe lldaIgo placed on the caleu-
dar.
The House of Representatives took up the
business on the speakers table with Il view OF
passing such bills as were not objected TO-
Scvcrs! hundred bills were thus called up,
read and passed over under objection
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

LOCAL.. BREyrrlEs The steamer Fairy, Of
tho Pisoataway line, has toI some time past
been bringing to this city, almost daily, large
quantities of tobacco in hogsheads.
The steamer Express which arrived from
Baltimore last night, discharged her cargo
and left here at o'clock this morning
excursion down the river.
Between one and = o'clock night before last,
cries for help were heard on the wharf by the
captain Of tho night watch, who, however, on
going to the spot from whence they apparently
proceeded could not discover their origin.
The residents of the nexhborhood of that
portion OF Oronoco street between Columbus
and Alfred, were greatly annoyed last night
by the prolonged Efforts OF somebody who
labored under the impression that he was
tavoring them with serenade.
Mr. Owens, ut his establishment, has re-
ceived some fine oysters, from the salt water.
The installation of the officers of Potomac
Lodge No. IS |. 0. D. +. to night at Odd Eel
lows Hall, Columbus street, will be a public
ceremony, to witness which all the friends Of
the order arc invited.
MIR. Pierpoint. corner OF King and Washing
ten streets. can supply tired or thirsty
person with as refreshing and delicious glass
OF soda water as it is possible to make.
Ii is understood that the Board OF Police,
consisting of Mcssrs French, AgueE, Wheat
and Price, elected under the provision Of the
new Police bill, will meet in the chamber Of
the Board of Aldermen Tomorrow morning at
10 clock for the purpose Of making nomlns-
tons for officers and members OF the Police
force.
The company which established the Norfolk
line with the Lady OF the Lake, have been 30
successful that they contemplate putting 40
additional boat on the route, and making 1t q
daily mail line.
A valuable. COW belonging to MIR WienburR
was mired and drowned 10 the marsh north Of
the city, known as Yeaton's marsh, this morn
ing.
Mr.. Thomas z. Brown, of Fairfax county
near this place, has raised, this season, some
of the finest potatoes that We have seen, both
az to size and quality. They are called BrowE's
Early Potatoes, and we are Informed arc not
only good for present use, but keep we'll sum
mer, tall and winter.
Soft crabs are said to abound, just at thi;
time, 10 the lower Potomac, especially about
Chaptico. A friend has sent US a proof o.
their quality and quantity.
The weather, in the rays Of the sun, is again
very warm. We hope We are not to have
another heated term" this summer.
There is another run of sturgeon in the Po-
tomac-large and small sizes.
There is family residing in this city which
has living representatives of five generations.
Col. Z. f. Steuart, who had an attack o.
vertigo while making motion in Court to day
is, his numerous friends will be glad to learn
rapidly recovering.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
SUMMER RESORTS.
Ole casa ANT RESOR T
GUlLFORD STATION, LOUDOUN CO.
VIRGINIA.

1 have erected pavilion in the grove at
Guilford where pleasure parties can be accom-.
modsted during the summer.
IAN excellent spring Of cool water is at the
place
Refreshments can always be obtained.
Everything that can be will bo dono To- rem
der visitors comfortable.
Excursion and picnic parties will find the
attractions of Guilford unexcelled by those of
any other resort near the District Of Columbia
and Alexandria.
Guilford is reached twice daily by the cars Of
tho A., l.. & H. H. H., and is distant from Al
exandra q miles. j. w. LONGCORT.
Guilford, Loudoun co., jy linn
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
BY Beck, Knox & kerbY.

Real Estate Agents and AuctIoneers
NOR SALE.-About an ACRE-AND-A-
dris, Va situated on Franklin street, between
Alfred and Columbus, improved by first
class COTTAGE BUILDING, contain. TIL
ing "A rooms, all in excellent order and LII.
condition; has an elegant cellar under the
whole house and all necessary out.buildings,
house, sheds, Sc. The entire premises are en-
closed by good, close plank fence; has an ex-
cellent vegetable garden and great quantity
of fine fruits, shrubbery, &c. There is soda
water and pop factory, also bottling apparatus
and large lot of pop bottles connected with
this property, which can BIO bought if desired.
We offer this property at private sale until
TUESDAY, July 18th. and if not sold before,
it will, on that day, be offered at public sale on
the premises, at II m. Terms easy. For fur
Their particulars enquire Of
BECK, KNOX s. KERRY,
10 22-ts 81 King street,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

DEATu OF 4 PAINTER JAS. t. Green
wood, for several years composition ia this
office, died of consumption, yesterday, at
GordousVlc whittier he had gone for few
days, on a visit. MIR. IT, was a young gentle
man Of intelligence and integrity. and faithfully
laborei, until his strength gave way under the
wasting influence of an insidious disease.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
The Markets..

NEW YORK, July IA Stocks steady. Mon
ey 4a5 per cent. Gold l3i. Virginia SKIES, ex-
coupon, g.; now 81. Flour is quiet and un-
Changed Wheat is a shade irmer and quiet.
Corn il dull and heavy.
BALTIMORE, July l4-Cotton firm and nom
inally at l9ia19-and better feeling. Flour
firm and stock scarce. Wheat-Moderato bus
inees; now red l25alG0; DO. white l50al70
dull; white ll2all4 yellow los. Rye 95sloo
for new and old.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

Till which passed the House of Representatives
yesterday, and became law, sbolishes all ton
mage taxes upon steam boats, vessels canal boats
and barges This will especially increase the
facilities of the canal trade Ct this city, for
boats wou i not take out tonnage license
when the tax was imposed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

The MAYORS VETO. The Mayor has de-
termued to veto the new Police bill passed BY
the City Council on Tuesday night last and
will return it with his objections to that body
to morrow night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

MT- NOTICE.-We have on hand q
~ :, large stock of Lalios', Misses and
Chlldrens BOOTS and SHOE Els, apd in orGor
To reduco our stock, will sell at greatly reduced
King street
jan est w. 3. WADDEY
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
TARLIN' SPRING S.

This favorite resort is now ready for tho re-
oeption ofEXCU RSIONS, PLEASURE PAR
TIES. &c. Its proximity to Alexandria and
the cities of the District renders it the most de-
srablo place in this section Of country for a
days enjoyment Application can be- made to
NATHANIEL HAYES, agent for J. L. +.
Carlin, at the depot of the A., L. s. H. R. Il.
a Aft
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
LOCAL NEWS. .

A DlsTURBANCE.-The alley connecting
Henry and Fayette streets, between King and
Cameron, has, for long time passed. enjoyed
"a unenviable reputation in consequence Of the
disorderly behavior Of some of its inmates. but
OF late the disturbances have been Of such a
character as to attract the attention of the
police. A row there yesterday evening ocoa
stoned the collection of large crowd, and re
suited in the issuing of warrants for the arrest
of James Lucas, Ben; amin. Boswell and Pat
rick Doran, who We're engaged 10 it.
MOONLIGHT EXCURSIONS "A compliment
airy moonlight excursion down the Potomac, on
board the steamer City of Alexandra. will be
made to night, the proceeds of which will be
devoted to the parsonage fund Of the NJ. +.
Church South. All the arrangements have
been made. and delightful time is anticipated
Soc advertisement 10 another column.
A moonlight excuIsou,a as tsr down the river
as Indian Head, will be made Tomorrow night,
Tor the benefit Of the 2ad Presbyterian Church
Sunday School. See advertisement.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
SPECHAL NOTICES.
The Finest Grape in 4 n,erica.

, Mr. Alfred Speer, tho maker Of the celebrated
Iort drape Wine, says. it is about the size Of
Inc Isabella and that it is the finest on the con-
tinont lie has refused thousands of applies.
tions Tor the plant, rs he requires all avalsbl,
cuttings Tor the extension OF his vineyards. he.
mas orders ior his wine from Europe. Our
druggists have procured surns four yssrs uI
iV ll--lW
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
AUCTION SALES

WILL BE SOLD, at public auction, on SA-
w TURDAY, the 30th day of July, 1870, a,
II m, in front ofthe Mayors Office, Alexan-
dria, Virginia. tho following REAL ESTATE
situated in the city Of Alexandria, Va, viz -
LOT No. 1-Situated on the north side Of
Jefferson street, 70 feet east Of Fairfax st., a.
fronting 81 feet inches and 103 feet 2 in. IL
LOT No. 2-Adjoining lot No. on the west.
fronting on Jefferson street % feet inches, and
100 feet deep, to an alley 3feet inches wide
LOT No. 3-Adj Joining lot No. 2 on the west,
fronting on Jefferson street % feet inches. and
100 feet deep to an alley feet inches wide.
the residue in 6, II and IS months the notes OF
the purchaser to be taken for the deferred pay.
ments, bearing interest from the day of sale.
and the title to be retained until the entire pur-
chase money is paid.
iy Scots WELLS A. HARPER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
SWeethearfs and Wives

Essays for Young Men on Single ami We j..
ded l'lte-the dangers of Csiba"y, ana tn e
Joys OF true Marriage with sanitary aid for
monial happiness. Sent free, in scaled cnvel.
"npes, Address HOWARD ASSOCIATION
Box T, Philadelphia, Pa. my 2i-3m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14
ID u Il |. A + 4

Another large lot of that cheap Ill N n
BURI.A fS for Tea Towels, just received ut
iy II WILMER i SLA MAKERS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-07-14

Just received supply Of the above Water,
direct from the Springs, which we arc selling
by the Dbl or from our large Arctic Fonntaln.
COOK & CREIGH ION,
ivl4 lU7 King street.