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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

REMARRS-FlOur is without material change
since our last report. Medium and low grades
are in particular request at an advance of 25c on
tho opening quotations of the week Family
brands are in moderate request for home con-
sumption, but inactive forshipment. We quote:
Family 50aS0 choice 50 so; Extra 5OAS7 IS !;
Supcrs 37aS6 &c. The Wheat market is dull,
and 3a5c lower; offerings of $50 bushels white,
and 1856 Of red, with sales of the former at lG0
for strictly prime, and of the latter at no. l4o
and $50 for fair to good l52, l5j and lGO for
good to prime and lGS and TO for choice. Corn
is dull ut a decline; offerings of 1867 bushels
mixed, with sales ut 50, 81 and Some superior
lot brought So sales Of yellow, previously re-
ported, ut 7S. Oats have declined la2c; sales at
3, and 5ji with offerings of 702 bushels
ALEXANDRIA CATTLE MARKET, October e.
Reported by j. t. Sn.oot, Lire Stock Broker.
Beef CattleThe offerings this week amounted
To- 900 head, 40 OF which were bought by the
butchers here, and the remainder, go head,
driven on to the District markets The market the
present week has been dull and Dropping owing
10 the over supply and inferior quality ola ma
iority of the cattle offered Extreme range Of
prices WAS from 3 to 4sc, the most of the sales
being ut from 81 to 44c, and averaging about 4c
cross. Cows and Calvcs-The demand for No.
/ Cows and Calves is good at from 40 to $50 per
head while common and inferior arc ncglec ted,
ut from 20 to $50.
Sheep and Lumbs-Thc offerings were limited,
and the demand very moderate at from {; to S4
per head for Lambs, and from to sc gross for
Inuttons.
Hogs-'The arrivals Of Hogs are increasing and
sales were made freely at from Z! to It cts. net
Tor good fat Hogs. Stockers are selling at
about cts gross.
BALTIMORE CATTLE MARKET, Oct 5, 1871.
Beef Cattle--Prccs to-day for Beef Cattle rang
r,'as follows: Best Beeves at G2taS5 G24; gcncr
ally rated first quality ut S7laS4 ST.! medium
steers, Oxen and Cows at > 5OaS3 90; inferior
and lowest grades Of Cattle 0 o0a$O 0-general
average of the market to-day 81 w. Extreme
range of prices 81 50uS5 G2t. Most of tho sal les
were from 50 to 81 80 per 100 lbs. Total sales
for the week PAP head, against 29G4 last week.
and ITS head same tmo last year.
Sheep and Lambs-The receipt Of common
sheep have been large during the past week, but
good qualities are not plentiful. We quote
fair to good Sheep at 41aj cts, and good to cX-
ira at 5aG cts. per 10. gross with but few selling
per head Lambs 1aS3 90 per head, as to siZo
Uogs-Thc receipts during the past week have
fallen off, but the arrivals have been about equal
t. the demand, and We have no material change
t. note in prices since last week Ihc market
closed firm to-day mt e :35aSG 10, with few extra
Hogs ut s. per 100 lbs me-.
RICHMOND MARKET October SO Offerings of
about 300 bushels Wheat, with sales at lSh'l90
for seed l15 for choice, aad lGOalI0 for fair 10
Corn S2aS3 for DID, and T5lnr new. Oats 6OaGl
for Spring The offerings of Wheat for the
quarter show a falling off of l7G, 552 bushels as
compared with the same time last year.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
From phiIaGcIplli:a.

PHILADELPHIA. Oct. Cit is rumorcd that
a woman was robbed and murdered in West
Chester. Pa. this evening Ivy il negro. No par
ticularS have yet been received.
Il. J. llampliil, Treasurer OF the Walnut
street theatre, was robbed OF IA vall<c contain
inr 5000 in Il street car last evening The
thief escaped with the money
Charles Montgomery. one OF the Glrard Col
lage orphans, WIS killed. yesterday, at Far
mount Park, while on an excursion, by falling
from i tree while gathering nuts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
SPECI2L NOTICES.
AnsJnnroteeted system. Do II,

An Unprotected System. ID" not fancy
because you feel strong that you are impregl'a-
bic t" sickness Whole neig hborhoods are fire.
quenty FRUSTRATED at this season by mnlarloui
irverS. Vigorous muscles and strong SnewS,
broad shoulders and sound lungs, are no defence
against the mephitc vapnrS of autumn. Frames
which hav" withStnod the summer heat may sue
cumb now. Many an athletic man, whose fam
iv depends for its support on his industry, now
lies PROSTATE, weak and helpless rs a babe under
The periodical assaults of chils and fever, or bill
ous rcmttcnt fever This could not be if all
were wise enough TO provide against such a con-
tigcncy, by toning and terrifying the system with
Hostcttcr's Stomach Bittcrs. This approved veg
clablc tonic Is absolutely harmless So that 1t Is
sheer folly not to take it as safeguard at sea-
son when diseases of the liver, the stomach the
bowels, and indeed al the visccral organs are
generally prevalent. To keep the system in or
der and insure health, or to put it in order W hen
this precauton has been neglected, is the duty
Of every human being who values life; For
both these purposes Hostctter's Btters is design
cd and it answers both. Petty local dealers are
cndeavoring, in many parts of the country to
substitute preparations made OF impure and dan
gcrous materials in its stead. Give them wide
berth. They are prepared BY unskilful expert
mentors, who want to turn penny At the cX-
penso of the public health oct 2-eolw
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
Boots and Shoes.

HENRY STRAUSS has returned from tho North
with one Of tho largest and most varied assert
m0nts Of
Doors AND SHOES
ever before brought to this city and rs no bought
for cash, is prepared to sell at the cheapest pos
sjbln rates. sep -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
l.0Hr OE.gLETa.N:DRT.Y. OCTOBER G.

sUE 80
ARRIVED.
Steamer Gcorgcnnna, Norfolk, to III Eldrldge
u Co.
Schr Carrie Heycr, Boston, TO American Coal
Company.
Schr Ruth Baker, Portland 10 master.
SAILED.
Steamship John Gibson, Winters. New York,
10y Hooe, Weddcrburn & Co.
Steamer Wawasct, FowlkrS, Currioman, 10y
Potomac Ferry Go.
Schr Carrie IIeyer Weymouth, by American
Coal Co.
Schr Forward, Jones, Havre-de-Grlcr, 10y W
A Smuot
MEMORANDA.
Schr E j IIcraty, Meridcth, hence, at Boston
18th instant.
Schrs Nellie & Paine, Donnc, and Carrie
Walker, McFarand for this port, cleared at
Boston ith inst.
Schr II MunSnn, Dayton, hence, ut New York
18th Instant
Schr W @ Atwater, Parker, for New Haven,
hence ut New York 18th inst
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

CORPORATION CoUHr The October and
quarterly term Of the Corporation Court Judge
+. NJ. Lowe to preside will commence on Mon,
day next. Two new misdcneanor cases are st
for this term, and the following felony cases
which were continued from the last term ::
Fanny Smith, for grand larceny; Hugh Strlder'
for grand larceny; same, for house break ing
and J. NJ Austin, for bigamy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

Bachelors Hair Dye.-This superb
Hair Dye is the best in the )Iorid-Perlectly
Harmless, Reliable and instantaneous. No dig
appointment No Ridiculous Tints, or unp!ris-
ant Odor The genuine W. \. BACHELORS Hair
Dye produces IMMEDIATELY splendid
Black or Natural Brown. Docs not STAIN the
Skin hut leaves the Hair Clean, Soft and Bca'I-
tilul. The only Safe and Perfect Dye: Sold by
all Druggists Factory. ii Bond 81, New York.
New York, jan .O-coly
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
The immense new stock of
Now READY

The immense new stock ut
FALL AND WINTER GoopS,
AT III. STRAUSS ESTABLISHMENTS,
Nos. 30 and 81 King street.
The stock is rcplctc in all it, branches, consist
ing of Mems, Ladies, Boys, Misses and Child
rrn's Boots and Shoes, i'll great variety, which
for chcapncss and durability cannot be excelled
by any similar establishment in town.
Also - large and well selected stoc of Cloth
ing, Gents Furnishing Goods, Trunks and Va
Uses which will be sold ut New York prices.
Do not fail to CALL as We guarantee To sell low
or than tho lowest
Don't forget the name and Nos
II. STRAUSS,
oct3 Nos 30 and o. King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
Murder.

WEST CHESTER, Pa. Oct. G.-.Amanda Spcnsc,
colorcd, was shot and instantly killed last night
while closing the window OF her house: James
Buncll, caIorcd. was arrested on suspicion, he
having quarrclleI with her and made threats
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
Carl .AUcrbaCh,

Formerly Of this city, has returned and will
epcn on the 7th instant IL lirst-class
Gents Furnishing Goods and Hat Store,
ut No. W King street, next door to French 5,
where hr will he happy TO accommodate all his
old friends and customers with all elegant new
stock Of most fashionable goods, ut the lowest
prices oct est
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

CuLLs AND EvERs.-Interm;tten fever
has prevailed to such an extent along the line
Of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal this, fall
that whole crews Of many canal boats have been
afflicted with the disease, compel led TO quit
work, and the business Of the canal has been
considerably retarded in consequence.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

SALE OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE.-Attcn,
ton is directed to the sale Of the Al cxandra
Fire Insurance office, on King street, advertised
to take place tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
Fritz Schneidcr's Restaurant.

The best Lager, tho best Wines and Liquors
and the best Oysters in the city, can always be
had ut Fritz Schncidcr,s Restaurant, No. ll5
King street. oct =
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

Cow THEFTs. -Scvcral cows have lately
been stolen from persons residing in the upper
portion Of the city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

Coop BRoTIlEEs. The following is Il list OF
the officers Of the lodge Of German Good
Brothers in this city President, Simon kron-
heimer; Vice President, Jacob llirsh; Treasllr-
en- F. Vogclgesang; Recording Secretary,
THEODORE NoItcn; Financial Secretary, f. n.
IInNman
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
On Marriase.-Essays for Young Men ON

On neutrality-suspicious. for Young Mon ON
great social OWLS and abuses, which Interfere
with marriage, and ruin the happiness of thous-
ands--with suro lnoans Of relief for tho erring
in scaled lcttor envelopes, free of charge.
Address, HOWARD ASSOCIATION, No.
south Ninth street. Philadephia PA.
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. sep 2-d&tw3m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

rNRUSTEE'S SALE.-Inrmr>uance Of a deed
i Of trust from Richard II. Carter t. me,
dated November 22d, 1860 duly recorded in the
Clerks Office Of tho County Court Of Fauqulcr,
for purposes therein rccltc, and At the request 81
said Carter. I will offer at public sale To- III"
highest bidder, on the 18th DAY OF NONEM-
Der, 1871, in the town Of Uppcrvillc. FauHuicr
county, VA, in front NJ Laws Hotel, 2l;ii
ACRES OF LAND, lying near the railroad.
between Rcctortown and Salem, adjoining other
land OF said Carter also the lands Of ,letricS, Ut
tnrhack and VIM Cooke. The Same being
part of the t;trn Of said Carter, called "Grass-
land"
1t is a very desirable farm, Of compact form,
well wooded and watcrrd finely adapted T.
grass and the production Of wheat and ccrIi--ln
\ good and healthy ncighborhood, and not NOR"
than two miles from the depot. 1t has on 1t about
two miles Of stone fencing.
The improvements consist of two LOG Er5
DWELLlNGS-onc new, stable corn a EEL
house and smoke house.
Terms: BY direction Of the p"rtics interested;
am authorized 10 sell this farm for "nc-third
cash and the residue on Il credit OF one, two,
three and four years. The deferred payments to
bear interest from day OF sale, for which bonds
will be required, to be secured by deed "l trust
on the premises, and providing for the payment
of the interest on each deferred payment an
nuaIlv JOHN A. CARTER Trustee.
Twill convey such tito rs i. vested in mo rs
trustee, but it is regar' ed rs unquesti"nnbl" and
besides the grantor will unite with me in Il decd
to the purchaser. D. y. Z.
F.unui,r county. oct 6-2lwls
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

HAnMoNIE.-Thc seasons festivities Of the
Harmonic Association commenced last night
with Il ball. which, though not numerousy at
tended, was a very pleasant and agreeable affair.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

CERGEAN1"S SALE.-By vrturc Of an or
- der issued by the Corporation Court of the
City OF Alexandria, at the July term, lol and
TO me directed in the case of Samuel L. Ihomr-
son VS.. John c. McCrnckcn, will sell AT rubiic
auction in front Of the promises Oh SATU KDAI
tho 2lst DAY Of OCTOBER, ISL, at l o'clock
p. VI, all the right tito and interest (the same
being the fee simple estate subject t" the life III,
,crcst Of his wife Mary McCrackcn) of tho said
John C.. McCrackcn, in the BRICK SS:1Sr
DWELLING and LOT, occupied 10y ! sIzz!!
u. NJ. Monroe situated in the city of Alexandra,
on the east side of Water street, brtwccn King
and Prince streets, To the highest bidder
Terms cash. d. VI. SIEU-ARl,
sen I-ts Sergeant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
N OF l G Z

The citizens Of Alexandria and vicinity are
respectfully informed by the undersigned that
he mas now on hand very large and well Sc
looted stock Of
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

RAlN.-Wc had fine rain last night, and
to-day has been cloudy and rainy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

IMPROVEMENTS McssrS. &. &. Brown and
j. II. Bcckham have purchased for 81 900 the
three story brick house on the corner Of Price $
Alley and Union street, which they will tear
down ut once, and on its site erect i two story
brick warehouse.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

CORRECTION. In the report of Mr.. Chiffon 5
speech, at the meeting of the Reform Party,
last Wednesday night, published in yesterday
Gazette, several words, used by other persons
in the room, were Incorrectly attributed to that
gentleman.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

STAvE MANuFAcroRY-T schooner Ruth
Baker, from Portland, arrived here this morn
Ing with boiler and machinery for the new
stavc manufactory on the line Of the Washing
ton 4 Ohio Railroad
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
BOOTS AND SHOES,

which cannot DO surpassed here or clscwhere,
and which will be sold at very low prices. My
stock consists in part of Ladies and Gcntlcman's
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
Caters and Boots,

Balnoras and Caters, Slippers, Prince Alberts,
Also very large assortment of Misses and
Childrcns Buttoncd and Plain Caters,
Dress and Undrcss Morocco
Balmoruls.
Also Boys End Youths BOOTS and SHOES,
Of every variety and style. Also the Justly Gel
cbrated CHAMPION SHOE, the best Planter $
Shoe ever invented.
ss,- Ills stock of BOOTS and SHOES of his
OWN MAKE is uncxccllrd by ally other "+-
adjustment in this city.
Come, one and nil, IT, No. &C King street, Al
cxandria, Va, sign Of the Opera and Golden
Boots and directly opposite the new Sarcptn
Hall.
Y. B.-All kinds Of Ladies and Gcntlcmcn's
work made to order and fit guaranteed.
Repairing neatly done, and charges very m"d-
crate B.. PAFF,
oct (;-om 9b King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

Notwithstanding now affords such excel
lent sport and substantial results that many
are tempted to pursue it. Persons can be seen
at all hours of the day fishing from the
wharvcs, and Hunting Creek bridge is ire
ouently lined until 4 late hour, III the night
with anglers after rock and perch.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
Ri. -. Harrison. Auctioneer.

GALE OF SEVEN ACRES or VERY
y VALUABLE LAND, NEAR COLROSS.
Will be sold on THURSDAY, October 18th. at
II o'clock IN, in front Of the Mayors Office
about seven acres of very valuable LAND, near
Colross, and adjoining. the land Of +. KotGhi?rd
Il rorlion lying within the Corporation limit
Parties wishing t. examine the boundaries will
please call on H. D. HarriS"n No. iSSnortL Roy
al street. Title clear and indisputabIc. Terms
cash. oct O-td
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

ATTENTION is called to the card of Mr.. Ar
thur G.. He'll in another column. Mr. kell
fully iustifcs, by his course, the compliment
paid him yesterday. His action is precisely
what all who know him, as We do, expected OF
him, and we arc sure that the Conservative
party will take an early occasion to show its
appreciaton of the manness and unscItish
spirit which he has displayed. As We before
remarked, he is L young man of talent and
education, of whom VIC might have been proud
as our standard bearer in the contest.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
y o I [ c +
Su.AWLS!
%>II \ W Is!

SuAWLS! $llAWLS!
SHAW Is!
Striped S!raws, Plaid Shaw!s, solid Coiorcd
:ShawiS, Bnrdc:ed Shawls, now style ShawIs,
Children: ShawlS, Misses School ShnwIS, La
dies Breakfast Shaws. Ladies purchasing
Shawls will do we'll 10 examine our goods.
As VIC have room especially Tor Shawi-,
please :sl: !nr them
King street, corner "f Fairfax:
sep ~ itbb |. /" ooD.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

E.S-In view of the remarks made ut the close
Of the County Convention yesterday, deem 1t
proper to say that do not concur II. tho sent-
incnts expressed by the gentlemen who spoke on
tltlt occasion, and that | earnestly advise my
friends to support the Conservative nominations
Had had right to speak, would have said
this at tho time.
oct 81. ARTHUR &. HELL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

New STonE-As will he seen by reference to
an advertisement in tu-day's Gazette, MIR. Carl
| Aucrbach, who left here year or two ago, has
returned, and will recommcncc business in this
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06
~ lusEscr -. Harrison, .auctioEcer.

- y
10Y VIRTUE OF \ DECREE OF THE
- CORPORATION Court Of Alexandria city, rca-
drred at its September term, ISL, IL. the chan
cery cause of LyleS & Hall vs.. Caroline 5. De-
vaughn, the undersigned will, in front Of the
premises, at II o'clock m, on sATl RDAl,
october 7th, 1871. offer for SALE by public auc-
ron. the valuable BRICK HOUSE and TINA
LOT OF GROUND, numbered as, on nc a55ii44.
south side of Wolfe, between Fairfax and Water
streets, in the city of Alexandria, Va.
Terms: Onc-thrd Of the purchase money IN
cash and the residue in two equal paymehtS Mt
six and twelve months from The day Of sale,
with interest; the deferred payments to b"
secured by the purchasers notes, with APP
proved security, and a retention Of the title t"
the property sold until the deferred payments
shall have been made. Convcyancingands stamps
at purchaser expense. .,.-,
ALBERT STUART,
d. l.. SHOOT,
sep l5-ts Cons OF ohie'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

Gs.~Thcrc will be regular meeting of the
Relief Hook and Ladder Company this evening,
at o clock. Punctual attendance ID requested,
rs business of importancc is to be considered.
oct cit A. a. WAKEFIELD, SGcty.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

MAYORS OFFICE. Edgar Stcphcnson,J essc
Lewis and Caroline Harrison, colorcd, for keep
Ing hogs within the Corporate limits were dis
CHARGED. rs the nuisance had been removed.
MAG1sTRATEs OFElcE.--Betsy Brown, color
ed, arrested on Il peace warrant, issued ut the
Instance of her husband, was recognized for a
future hearing.
NlGuT REPORT Might dark, cloudy and
rainy after eleven o'cleck. There were no
disturbances, nor any arrests, nor any dodgers
at the station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

RoETERY.-Thc house of Mr.. Laws, near
the depot of the O., a. e. NJ. r. r., was rob-
bed last Sunday night Of Il gun and scycra!
articles Of furniture. Constable Burnett is on
the track OF the thief
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

ALEXANDRIA LERARY.-Thc regular
monthly meeting Of the Board of Directors Of
the Alexandria Library Company will be held
at the Library room! tonight at clock. A
full attendance is very desirable.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

200 bbs. EARLY ROSE POTATOES.
l0D bbls. GOODRICH do, for sale by
oct6 ". II. SMITH & co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

An AGREEABLE AFFAlK.--A Iarge COMPANY
assembled in the rrlors of the Mansion House.
last night, to listen to musical treat rendered
there by some young ladies and gentlemen of
the city, who though amateurs, possess all tho
qualifications of professional artists, and whose
performance last night is spoken Of in terms OF
the highest praise by those who were present.
The entertainment was a rehearsal preparatory
to a public concert to bc given at the opening
of the new Sarcpta Hall, next month, for the
benefit of the Episcopal Church at Centreville,
which was destroyed by the Federal troops dur
inr the W:lr
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

RICHMOND MARKET, October Chickering'S of
about 300 bushels Wheat, with sales at lSUal9O
for seed 10 for choice, aad lG0al70 for fair to
good white l351alS5 for common to seed red.
Corn Sass for old, and 15lnr new. Oats 6Oa6l
for Spring The offerings of Wheat for the
quarter show falling off of 1862 bushels as
ruunarcd with the same time last year
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

WHITE DRESS SHIRTS,
w (Best manu!actured.)
Prices from l.25 to So each, made to order by
measurement ut
GREEN'S NOTION HOUSE,
oct IS King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

GAME--lt is said that game Is more album
dant this season, in this section Of the State,
than it has been for many previous Years.
Covcvs of parlrd res can be flushed IN almost
every field, and old harcS can he seen jumping
across each road and path that leads through
the country. Wild turkeys arc numerous, deer
tracks have been observed in many directions,
and the Signs" Of ''varnintS,' cocnS and
O'possumS, are plentiful along the runs and
branches. cartridges are brought to market
in large numbers, aud Il fine young doe, killed
near Fairfax Station, was brought in yesterday
evening
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-10-06

20 BBLS No. ! POTOMAC HERRING
CO and ~ half bbis Family Roe Herring,
carefully selected and packed for our own trade
For sale hy AVERY & DAVIDSON,
oct 2oG King st., cor. Alfred.
The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1871-08-08

A CHALLENGE REpELLED. the
battle of Preston Pans, witty Scotch
farmer amused himself by writing bal
lad upon 1t. which go stung one of the
Engliah officers. who behaved very
basely on the occasion, that he sent the
poet challenges to meet him at h,
for mortal combat. The second found
the farmer busy with his hay fork, to
whom he delivered the challenge OF the
redoubtable hero. The good d-natured
farmer, turning toward him with the
agricultural implement, ccolly said:
"Gang ava back to .Mester Smith, and
tell him haze nae time to come to h
to gs'e him satisfaction, but that II he
likes to come here, I'll taxi look at
him; and il I think T can fecht him, I'll
fecht him; and if I think I oanha fecbt
him. Ill just do as he did--I'll rim ava"