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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
Foreign News.

LONDON, JAN 1.-THE Grand Duke of
Meckenburg telegraphs to his wife as follows:
"Wc advanced to-day north Of Lemans with
out fighting. Our vanguard has crossed the
Sarthe Prince Frederick Charles announces
that portion Of the army of the Loire is re-
treating on Allencon and the rest towards
Laval
LONDON, Jan. llth General Chanzy rallied
his disordered troops near Iemans, and is re-
treating in good order.
LONDON Jan. l5-3a. ma dispatch just
received from Versailles, dated the night of the
18th says: Vigorous sorties have been made
by the garrison of Paris in three several direc-
tons The French simultaneously advanced
near lie Bourget and Drancy, on the northeast
of Paris against the Eleventh German corps
near Meulon southwest of Paris and against
the second Bavarian Corps near CLAIMANT; also
to the south of the city The fighting on each
instance was spirited, but resulted everywhere
in the defeat of the French who repulsed at
all points, retreatcd rapidly within their works,
portion of them in great disorder
a dispatch from Pruntut, dated the 18th, re-
ports severe fighting all that day between.
Herioncourt and Croix, in the Department of
Haute Saon, which hal not ceased at a late
hour in the evening. The result was unknown.
Large rcnforcemcnts are stated to be coming
from the North to the German army of the
East.
A dispatch from Havre says there is constant
diminishing near that city. 1t is reported that
the Prussians are turning the left wing of Cen
eral Faidherbe' army of the North and menac-
ing Cambria.
LONDON, Jan. 1880 p. m.-Paris news
papers of the 10th instant have been received
and furnish the following interesting particu-
lars of the bombardment. They unite in say
ing that the rain of projectiles some weighing
nincty-six Kilogrammes unparalleled in the
history of the seige was pouring into that por-
ton of Paris lying between Hotel des lnva-
lides and Oden.
The bombardmcnt continues without inter-
ruption, and WAY so violent on the night of the
sth between the church Of St. Sulpice and the
museum that shells fell every two minutes.
Hospitals, ambulances. schools, public libraries,
the churches of ST. Sulpicc, Sarboune and
Volde Grace, and many private houses have
been struck. Women were killed both in the
streets and their beds, and infants in their mo-
the, arms. One projectile which fell in Rue
Van Gerard killed four children and wounded
FIVE others.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

SYMPTOMS Slight pain in the side, the skin
and eye assume thick yellow coat, digestion is
impaired, an unpleasant sinking sensation at
the pit of the stomach is experienced, the
bowels are Irregular the mind fretful, the
memory weakened. sometimes slight cough,
of appetite and at Others unnatural craving for
t feeling Of 5s o of having left something A
uudone, but can't tell what it is Take Sim
mons Liver Regulator, it will remove a un-
pleasant feelings and make you well.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
The Water Famine.

New YoRK, Jan. l6-Thc work oferecting
Il :tmd pipe at the BcllevilIe water works
in Jersey Citywas completed early this morning,
and the pumps are set to work again. Atseyen
o o'clock the WATERWAYS turned on, Jersey City and
Hobokcn are now receiving full supply. There
is great rejoicing, particularly among the Inc
chanics, many hundreds Of whom have been
thrown out Of en- rnyment for the past ten days
lay tln ,lJpi;iil" Il the l,u;torcs. nac!ae shop
",
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
by l.. Ed. Harrison. Aucti0ncer.

pUBLlC SALE OF LU MBER &c.-Byvir-
Il tue of a deed of trust from b. i. Brunor,
dated November 4, 1870, the Undersigned will
sell, by public auction, on Tt ESDAI, January
18th, 1871, at II o'cloci, Il. H. ut the lumber
yard, on Duke street. in AlrXandria, Va, lately
occupied by said Bruner, the following property,
viz:
ONE IRON SAFE
a lot of OFFICE FURNITURE.
The LEASEHOLD OF THE WHARF south
of Hooe, Wedderburn 4 Co. $ wharf, and
A large quantity ofOAk, POPLAR, PINE,
SPRUCE and other LUMBER, consisting of
Scantng Boards, Posts Palings, Sc
Terms Sums OF fifty dollars and under cash
upon dclivcry sums above fifty dollars, upon 4
credit of sixty days, secured by negotiable notes,
well endorsed.
dec 3l-tS D /. SMOOT Trustee
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r(TION SALES.
LOT FOR SALE

IoI7cE LOT FOX SALb.
E$ By authority of dee. 1853, and recorded
on the 18th day of November, ndersgncd, the
in libsr p, No. 3, pages 457. the u. Cor sale, by
trustees therein named, will offer nfGce, in
the city Of Alexandria, on WEDNESDA l. 1T
9Th day of February next, at II o'clock, tn
valuable HOUSE and LOT, situated at the
Northwest corner of Washington and Princess
streets. Terms at sale.
ROBERT BEVERLY,
WILLIAM BEVERLY,
ian 6-1awts Trustees.
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Prince William county. dec 2l-cots
E,EEN'S NOTION HOUSE
~ 20 KING STPEET

/ have this day reduced the standard price Of
all goods prices tn be maintained through
out the season unless affected by the fluctuations
incident to trade. Dealer. shall be convinced
that is to their interests and profit to mako their
purchases of "
at houses whose business it is to deal specially II
such goods Trade can be built up and retained
only by offering inducements in quantity, quail,
IT, and prices In addition to large store filled
With the most desirable goods, it is my intention
to continue to have it crowded with eager pur-
:hascrs, who shall BIZ convinced that such All es-
adjustment is the place to supply Their every
want in White Goods, Handkerchles, Hosiery
Gloves Ladies' and Gents Furnishing Goods,
Notions, &c. CIAS ": ~ RE-
jan ~ hIng 1erret:
TOR SEWI NG MACIIIN ES-karr's patent
II Needle settlers, adapted for all Sewing Ma
chimes Th very h""rL Lei instrument IN and
,r;thn,,t il Price 81 each We are the exclu-
sive agents for Alexandria
ian II f. $ LEADBEATER l. BRO
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

nsg- A DEsInE-lt has long been desire
with medical men to have All agreeable tonic
which will act benefciully upon the different
functions of the system without dcleterious effect.
Speers STANDARD Wine Bitters' fully meet the
want so long felt Their base is his pure wine,
without amy medication, except by herbs and
roots.
Sold by Druggists. jan lG-lw
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

CONFERENCE.-THE Virginia Conference of
the Methodist Episcopal Church will meet in
this city on Thursday, the Odd day of February,
and Bishop Simpson will preside. In this body
there will be represented 5,OG3 members.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

NJ. p. CnURCn-Rev. DIR. Switzerland
preached to an attentive audience yesterday
morning and night, and will preach also to-
night. Service will be held in that church each
night during the week, prominent ministers OF
the denomination from Washington and Batl-
more officiating.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
The Markets.

New York, Jan lG-Stocks quiet and un,
changed. Gold weak; opened at lo5 and is now
lO5. Money Gar. Va. Gs, ex-coupon, 65 do
new Cl. -Four shale better. Wheat firmer
Corn scarce and very airm
BALTIMORE. Jan. lti.-Va. sxe:, old 81 bio
81. asked DO. 1866, I'll bid, Ga asked; do
1867 Ssh asked. Cotton frmer. Flour firm and ac
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

CPECIAL ATTENTION.
I7O GEO. McBURNEY s. SON, l7O
KING STREET,
FANCY GROCERIES,, WINES and LILO
UORS for the Holidays.
CANNED GOODS.
Pineapple, Early Sweet Corn,
Fresh Peaches, Green Peas,
% Raspberrics, Lima Beams,
g Pears Star HOLSTERS,
" Tomatoes, Fresh Salmon,
8 Strawberries, Cove Oysters.
Brandy Peaches.
Turkish Prunes, Layer Raisins,
Dates, Figs Whole and boxes,
Sultana Seedless Rasins Valencia do,
German Dried Pears, Citron Lemons,
Oranbcrrics, Currants.
FlbeIts Soft Shell Almonds,
Palm Nuts, English Wanuts,
Pecans.
English and American Pickles, Worcester
shire Sauce, Mushroom, Walnut and Tomato
Catsups, Sardines, Salad Dressing, Olives French
Mustard, Bordeaux Oil, Gelatine, Sea Moss Fa-
rine, Jelly. London Biscuits, Edinburg Albert
Biscuits. Purc Apple Cider, choice Minco
Meats, &c
Ten years old Baker Rye Whiskcy.
Old Nectar ~
Old Cabinet
Old Pelevoisn French Brandy
Blackberry
Sherry, Port Madeira and Cooking Wines.
London Ale and Porter.
Choice Cigars, Smoking and Chewing Tobacco,
sc. dec 7-Gm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

ENTERpRISEAT HAMILTON-A steam engine
was landed here this morning from the New
York steamer, to be sent to Hamilton Station,
Washington and Ohio Railroad
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

MASQUERADE BALL.-Thc Harmonic mas
ouerade ball, which promises to be the grandest
affair of the season. will be given next Thurs
day night. A costumcr from Baltimore with u
full and complete assortment of fancy dresses
will arrive here tomorrow
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

A COOP EGG-An egg boiled Oh Saturday
morning last, when opened by Il lady at her
breakfast table, exhibited, when the shell was
removed, the word Gazette, distictly marked on
the coagulated surfacc.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

AT LAsT-Thc pump at the intersection OF
Columbus and Pcndlcton streets, about the
condition of which so much complaint has been
made, has been repaired at last-thc state OF
the weather having delayed the work.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

SCHOONER SUNK.-The schooner Union, ly-
ing at Nshtown has been cut through by the
drifting ice and sunk ...
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

tive and advanced 25c. The demand for shipping
gralesexceeds the supply. Wheat steady and
unchanged choice white l75al85; tar, to
prime l45al70; prime to choice red l7OalSo;
fair to good l40al60; common l30al35; Ohlo
and Indiana l50al75; Pennsylvania i46al4a.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

LARUE's MINSTRELs popular and
entertaining troupe will give one Of their per-
formances at Liberty Hall tomorrow night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

TIRGINIA, to with the County Court of
ing Haney VS. William H. Davis: In case.
Mem: The object Of this suit is to recover Of
the defendant the sum Of $50 As, with Legal inter-
est thereon from September 8 1870, and to at
tuch the personal property of the defendant to
pay the same.
PENDANT is a nonresident ofthis State It's ordered
that he appear here within one month after due
publication hereof, and do what is necessary 10
protect his interest. a copy, tcstc:
+. d. RICHARDSON, Clerk.
Moore, D. a. jan lGluw4w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

PERsoNAL.-Captain Charles S. Price, for
merly of Alexandria, but now of Baltimore, Is
in this city Oh a short visit to his numerous
friends. The Captain has entirely recovered
from the pistol shot he received in Memphis, Is
enjoying his usual health and spirits, and is
looking as well as he did before the war.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
.4.NTSE.W
r LIBERTY HALL.
ONE NIGHT ONLY,

ONE NIGHT ONLY,
TUESDAY EVENING, JANUARY 1S, 1871.
The famous, original and only
LnRUE'S CARNIVAL MINSTEELS.
20 Distinguished Artists,
Among whom are the Great Ricardo, Jack
Talbot, Dick Parker, Hugh Halnall, Billy Reeve,
Laughlin and Murray, Arthur Hamall and G..
Quincy, making the largest and best troupe trav-
cling Admission 35 and soc. jan ltd
E1OURTH GRAND ANNUAL MASQUE Err
Il ABE BALL OF THE Harmonic,
will be held at their hall on
Thursday JANUARY 49, 1871.
The committee has full power to spare no ex-
pense to make this tho grandest and most at
tractve event Of the season. The incidental en-
tertanment will excel, if possible, all of our pre-
vious efforts these occasions, which arc still
fresh in the memory of our friends.
Tickets can only be obtained of the members
of the committees and George E. French, esq.
Committee Of arrangements
"A. Rosenthal, Lewis Stein,
Justus Schneider, VIM. Whitening,
Robert Portner NJ. Ruben,
IgnaZ Rammell, Emil +. Simon,
P. Weinberg, "A. ldensen
Floor Committee.
Robert Portner, David Bendhem
Philip Weinberg, j. NJ. Eissler,
jan 9-td Fritz Schneider.
COSTU NJ S-M. and Madame W1NkEL,
from Baltimore, are engaged, with II complete
assortment of character and fancy masks, and
will be here on Tuesday next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
NO. FIXING STREET.
1BGive me n call.

CELLING OUT.
Having rented and removed all my goods to
Germans building, IA King street, | am now
closing out my entire stock of GROCERlES,
WINES, Woodenware, Spices, Canned Goods,
&c, below cost in order to 60 into another bust
ness Having only short time to sell, parties
in neod of tho abore-named goods would do we'll
to give me q call and save money.
inn l2-1w f. RECKER
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
TSP ECIAL NOTICE..

i
GREAT ATTRACTION IN PRICES FOR
CASH-OUR LARGE STOCK.
We have this day reduced the prices of all our
goods, and will SELL for short time, much of
our present stock at greatly reduced prices for
cash. We ask especial attention to this notice
ROBERT L. WOOD,
jan 12 No G2 King ST., cor. Fairfax.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
FOX SHE OH RE.v.T.

sa FOR RENT-That large and most de-
ton street corner of Queen. This is most de-
lightfully situated house, with l8 rooms, in Il
most healthy and pleasant neighborhood; Is III
good order and condition; has large yards on
the west and south, with grapes, fruit trees and
flowers. Il. ). LLOYD,
dec 5-tf No. l34 Queen street.
n-. FOR ISALE-The eligibly situated three
H# story BRICK HO USE, JOG Duke street. be-
tween Pitt und st. Asaph containing ten rooms
and bath room, with hot and cold water. The
house is furnished throughout with gas and fix
lures, and is most desirable residence, being To-
Gated in pleasant neighborhood. The adjoin-
ing lot is offered with the aforementioned prop
erty, or it will be sold separate if desired. For
terms apply at No. 40 south ST. Asaph st. mo ~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
VIRGINIA, to with the County Court
Y ENirfnX county .IanuarY Rulcs 1871 .Inl

VIRGINIA, to with the County Court Of
Y Fairfax county, January Rules, 1871 John
Grover VS.. William Ii. Davis: In case.
Mem: The object of this suit is To- recover of
the said defendant the sum OF SI26 IS, with inter
est thereon from the lst of April 1870 and to at
taoh the personal property Of the defendant to
pay the same.
1t appearing by affidavit filed that tho said de-
PENDANT is nonresident of this State it is order
cd that he appear here within one month after
to protect his interest. 4 copy, tcste:
+. ID. RICHARDSON, Clerk.
Moore, p. q. jan lG-law4w
WE ARE offering great bargains in DRY
w GOODS at
;.n0 ROBT /, WOODS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

These instruments have been before the public
for nearly thirty years, and upon their excellence
alone attained an unpurchased pre-cnainence,
which pronounces them unelualled. Their
TONE
combines great power, sweetness and tino singing
quality, as we'll rs great purity of 1ntonation
and sweetness throughout the entire scalo Their
TOUCH
is plant and elastic, and entirely FREQ from tho
stiffness found in so many Pianos
IN WORKMANSHIP
they arc unequalled using mono but the very
best seasoned material, the large capital employ
ed in our business enabling US to keep continu-
ally an immense stock of lumber, &c, on hand
Gz'-All our SQUARE PIANOS have our
New Improved Overstrung Scale and the Ag-
raffe Treble.
ly-We would call special attention to our
late improvements in GRAND PIANOS and
SQUARE GRANDS, Patented Aug. IA, 1866
which bring the Piano nearer perfection than has
yet beenattaned.
Ecery Piano fully Warranted for FiUc Years
We have made arrangements for the Sole
Wholesale Agency for the most celebrated AR
LOR ORGANS and MELODEONS, which we
offer, Wholesale and retail ut lowest factory prices
WIN. KNABE & CO.,
nov l4-eo6m Baltimore, Md.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

OPENING OF A PUBLIC SCHoOI.-Thefirst OF
the public schools for white children was open
ed to-day, at Stuart's building, next to the n.
T.. corner of King and Columbus streets, under
the charge of Miss Lena X. Shay as Principal
and Miss \. V. X Shay Assistant. The
County Superintendent has changed the n
rangement of schools SO As to make this the
Female Department Of the Washington, and
that to opened at No 6 South Fairfax street
the female department Of the Gusts School.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

ATTEMPTED RoBBERY.-While the family OF
Mr. Richard Avery, whose recidence is on the
west side of Patrick street, between King and
Henry, We're sitting in Il room on the second
floor last Saturday night about nine o'clock,
they heard Il noise down stairs and on coming
down to see what WAS the matter found that
thieves were in the house and had locked the
door of the room in which they We're operat-
ing. An alarm wasimmcdiataly sounded, at which
the robbers fled, but after chase, one of them,
Il colored man named Henry Davis, WAS caught.
They had not secured any plumber.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
A h"EHAFLE INSURANCE co.
! OF CHARLOTTESVILLE VA.

Policies in this very reliable company may DO
had by applying to tho agency of
ian SIN G. IL. WILMER s. co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

CORPORATION CoURr-Julge f. ~ Lore
presiding CONTINUATION OF SATURDAYS s
PROCEEDINGS in case of John Marshall
brought in verdict of unlawful woundng with
intent to disable, and fixed term of imprison-
ment ut months in Jail, ana assessed fine of
fifty dollars. Prisoner moved for arrest of judg-
mcnt and that he be recognized for his appear
ancc after the Court of Appeals, to which it is
proposed to carry the case, renders its decision,
and the Court reserved its decision on these two
motions, and prioner rcmanded to Jail.
To-DAY's PRocEEDINGs.-W. A Smoot VS..
A. Jamiesone ct ais. in equity; continued with
leave to the defendants to file answer within GO
days.
Thos A. Waters, surviving partner Of Waters
& Co. VS.. Alexandria Canal Co.; case; death of
plaintiff suggested, suit revived in the name OF
.Jno. B. Smoot his administrator, and continued.
W. w. Daniel vs.. O., a. l. NJ. X. Il. Co.;
case case in progress at 3 o clock when this re-
port closed
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16
LOCAL N JEW S.

RESUMPTION OF NAvIaAuoN.-The late
weather and the northwest wind Of last night
have cared the Potomac, from the Long Bridge
to it's mouth, entirely of ice, and the white sails
of thevessels as they glideonce more through the
blue water like things of life present an agree
able contrast to the inanimate and leaden appear
ance that has, since the oath ult., filed up the
prospect on the river The Washington ferry
boats have resumed their regular hourly trips,
and the Aqua Creek steamers are making their
usual connections The Norfolk steamer, Lady
of the Lake, arrived up this morning, and that
line, as well as the New York and Philadelphia
lines, will be re-opened at once. All the YES
sells that were caught below by the freeze have
arrived up, and those detained here by the same
cause have departed, and affairs at the wharf
looked this morning, more lively than for some
time past. The ice above the Long Bridge has
been so sofencd and broken that it is now
thought it will disappear without carrying away
the railroad bridge at that point.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-01-16

REMARKs.-The market for Wheat opens with
considerable activity, choice and prime samples
being in special request at slight advance; Of
ferings of lO5 bushels red with sales at l25, 100,
1872, 1885, 1885, l4O l47 and $50 for fair to prime
Corn is dull and lower; offerings Of 1912 bushels
mixed and 200 of yellow, with sales of tho former
ut 20, and the latter ut -. Oats are steady; Of
forinrs Of $50 bushels, with sales Mt Al.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1871-11-03

ries of the foot involving parts anterior to toe
medic tarsal articulation, the surgeon should
sacrifice as little as possible OF th st'uc nrt $
essential to progression. He should preserve.
This is the kind of fancy operations De-
lieve in. One that mo1ern surgeons auopt'
and has been tested all the way long TO the
present time, and has proved to be good and
practicable. 1t was the only appropriate one
long struggles, prepared these parts for sep
aration. She had there centered all of her
separative energies. She had told us in the
line she had so beautifully made that this was
the imperative p,int, and "the place ct stua-
ton" Should gangrene now return in the
stump,it will be in consequence of the addition
al shock of SO severe an operation, of wounding
new tissues Of bones, muscles and skin, nearer
the vital centre, thereby perverting and DISC
beying her teachings, which the inexperienced
this occur, another "lesson" may be- taught
this gentleman, as unfortunate as the one of
opening this affair to the judgment of the pro-
fession.
consultation" that this unfortunate affair
should be made public. That it is, am not at
fault. 1t is fght.of DIR. Woods own making
1t he had kept away from the Eastern Argus
no publicity would have been given to the
subject and ere this, it would all have died
out.
Not satisfied with his first wholesale state
ments, in correcting one of them, (and many
others need correcting,) be takes occasion TO
again attack me by imputing to me an opin-
ion that "still higher point for amputation
might be considered In reply to thats I shall
simply say, that any such remark as that was
intended only as an ironical criticism upon the
operation performed.
II, however, he still persists in making his
attacks, as have been accused of volunteer
ing my valuable services" I am willing to
volunteer to discuss this subject, first in tie
medical journals, any of the medical societies
or through any other appropriate or legitm-
ate channel for such discipline
S. Ell. TEwKsBURY.