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The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

RAvAaEs OF THE SPOTTED FEvER.---A
strange malady, known as the spotted fe-
YER, broke out about three weeks since in
Schoharie county, and has produced the
most fearful ravages. An exchange states
that in Gallupville, which has popula-
ton of less than 500, there have been
eighty-three deaths in three weeks An
equal death rate in Albany would amount
to 4,210; while in New York it would
be 1000 deaths in three weeks, the pres
ent death rate of New York being only
600 per week. The mortality of Gallup
vile for the past three weeks is without a
precedent in the history of the country.
OF those attacked only one has recovered.
The disease ii spreading. One of the
physicians 10 Schoharie reports 1900 cases
now existing in district of less than ten
miles square. The disease thus far only
attacks women and children. Only one
man has yet died, Mr.. Black. The doctors
are yet divided as to the cause Of the terri
BILE disease. The most of them attribute
it to strange vegetable matter in the water,
the wells being lowef than ever koown be
fore. They recommend that the water be
boiled before using as the best and only
way to arrest tho spread OF the disease.
The fever commences with pain in the
head, and extends down the spine accom-
panied with vomiting The tongue black
ems. and the face, from forehead down be-
low the eyes, assumes dark color, with
purple spots. The patients are delifious
most of the time, aud SO remain until
death ensues which is in about three days.
The fever has produced perfect panic in
the infected districts, making it difficult to
obtain nurses, or people to lay out those
who die. The worst visitation of the
cholera is as nothing compared with the
excitement now existing in Schoharie
county. Rochester Express.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

IN The Ohance'y Court to-day the papers
IN the following cases were referred to court
commissioners, viz: Smith and Mahoney, vs.
u. ). Gentry; Powers, guardian &c., VS.. Bet
ty ct ais. /; McPherson's administrator, VS.. La.
cy ct ais. The will of E. Jackson Crump was
admitted to probate in this court to-day, also
that of Michial Purcell.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

FtresoeH Concert Mile Marie Baratta,
Richmond's popular cantatrice, will give a
grand farewell vocal and instrumental concert
at the theatre on Monday evening next. She
will be assisted by Professor Kessnich and a
number of professional and amateur artists of
renown. The programme of the entertain
ment will comprise the best selections known
to the musical world.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

Another Grand Fancy Dress GanicGl
Friday night next. We understand this will
be grander affair than the first. Already
number of ladies and gentlemen have made
arrangements to appear in costume, and
amongst them many amusing characters. We
expect to see large crowd. In our Southern
cities these skating carnivals are always
crowded with the most fashionable citizens.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

Four citizens of fChesterield county were
tried before Judge Cox a few DAYS ago, and
being found guilty of various petty delinquen.
cies, were ordered to be punished BY the sheriff
with twenty lashes each at the public whip
ping post.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28
A Deraulting Bank TeIIer,

Philadelphia, February pa defalca-
tion is announced in Camden. Henry
Samuels, paying teller of the First National
Bank, is charged with using $11, 900 of
the banks money in buying farm. The
bank will lose nothing.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

The Hustangs Court.-In this court,
to day, d. F. Leffler plead guilty to having
made an assault en- John d. Harvey, and was
fined one dollar and sent to Jail for one hour.
The court then adjourned until Thursday
Judge Guigon has ordered special grand jury
to assemble On the first Monday in April,
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

Berger's Sitoer Cornet Band at the Py-
Mian HeH.-We are pleased to announce that
the berger family, now performing at the
theatre, have volunteered their aid on the oc.
casion of the dedication of the new Pythian
hall. Before and after the interesting cere-
monies, the cornet band of this excellent CONS
pany will execute several of their artistic
m0rcenMr.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

PerSonol.-Wc had the pleasure of a
visit this morning from Rev. A. Blum. minis.
ter OF the congregation of the Children of
Israel, of Augusta, Ga. Rev. Mr.. Blum is on
his way home, and will only remain in the city
a few days.
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sp ICHMoND THEATRE.

Er ICHMOND THEATRE
M EXTRAORDINARY ENGAGEMENT. One
week only, commencing MONDAY, FEB 9TH. Fam
lily Matinee Saturday, March 4th at "a o'clock.
BELL RINGERS, Hsrpists, yocalists, volinists, and
Coruet Players, the largest and best company of
Bell Ringers in America, assisted by SOL SMITH
Artist, and other Vocal and Instrumental Talent
EVERYTHING NEW, BRILLIANT, AND AT
TRACTIVE, far surprising any other entertainment
of similar nature ever before seen in this city.
Admission. RESERVED SEATS may be OBJ
tanned at West Johnston's book store Box-sheet
open SATURDAY, Feb 25th. GRAND MATINEE
SATURDAY, March 4th. fe 23-lw
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THE HAIR C0L0RING PREPARATIONS
D0oMED.-Bsware Of bottled dyes in the shape of
silver hair dyes and sediment fluids. They are all
pastiierous and dangerous PHAL0N'S VITALIA
OR SALVATION FOR THE HAIR, a perfectly pure,
transparent harmless and agreeable preparation, is
the only agent that will change grey hair TO it's
natural color without risk of any disgusting couse-
ueuces
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

Dead hafant.-Last evening a dead
white male infant was found in Bacon Quarter
Branch by Policemen Crause. The little waif
was wrapped up in a shawl, and had apparent
ly been there but short time. Coroner Trent
was notified. and after viewing the body, orr
dered It to be buried at the expense of the
city. The baby finding epidemic still contn-
ues
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

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E 0 h N E W DIRK

E RNEW YORK.
The OLD DOMINION STEAMSHIP %.STs5GGs1.Hs
COMPANY'S elegant side-wheel
steamship ISAAC Belle Capt. BLaKEMAN, will leave
her wharf, at Rockets FRIDAY, March Sd,
at IL o'clock A. M.
Freight received until 10 A. NJ.
Eare 70
w
For freight or passage, apply to
JOHN ". WYATT, Agent,
fe 2S--1t No. 8 Governor street.
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Interesting TO Agricuturists. = On to-
morrow Wednesday, afternoon, at 3 o'clock,
a trial OF Swallows Patent Adjustable Wheel
Plow' will take place on the lot next above the
old Fair Grounds, between Grace and Main
streets. The street cars will convey visitors
to the place Of the exhibition.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

The RiUer DISTINCTIONS. Professor Mil
lefert, toe day, will blow the wreck of the Con-
federate gun.boat Northampton from the posi-.
tion it occupies in the james, off Drewry's
Bluff The professor aceomplishes with the
greatest case what would give those LEES skilled
a deal of trouble.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

The Dedication Of Pythian Hail.
Changes IN the Programme.--At meeting of
the joint committee on dedication. held last
night, several changes in the programme were
made. 1t was resolved that each lodge in the
city should assemble at its usual place of meef~
ing, and proceed thence to Capitol street, in
front of Covenant Hall, where the line will be
formed at halfpast o'clock. The route will
be: Down Broad to Nineteenth, up Nine
teenth to Main, up Main to Fifth, up Fifth to
Franklin, up Franklin to Third, up Third to
Grace, up Grace to Second, up Second to
Broad. and down Broad to the church. After
the address at the church, the line of march
will be from the church to Ninth street, down
Ninth to Main, down Main to the Hall. Seats
will be reserved in the Hall for ladies and the
members of the Grand Lodge and officers O f
the subordinate lodges, and as many others as
possible will be admitted. After the dedica-
tion the Hall will be open to visitors until 10
o'clock P. NJ In addition to the ushers already
named, Mr.. NJ. L. Clarke has been appoint
ed for the church, and Mr. Montgomery West
for the Hall. Major Poe, who is a member Of
Hines Lodge, has been requested to furnish an
escort of police, and will command the escort
In person.
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NOR NEW YORK.

NOR NEW YORK
The VIRGINIA STEAMSHIP and Sszzse5@.+ss'
PACKET C0MPANY'S elegant steam E-s
ship GEORGE D. UPTON, Captain RoBERTs, will
leave her wha,f at Rockets on TUESDAY, February
2s, at T. NJ. Freight received up to the hour of
sailing 49,
This elegant steamship has fino cabin accommoda-
tions.
Round trip tickets good until used, cnly..."l5 10
For freight or passage, apply to
DAVID j. BURR President.
fe 25-3t No. 1914 Main street.
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RATTLE the dru@, play the fife,
Use English Female Bitters saya vonr Iira

TIURsToN'S IVORY PEARL TOOTH POWDER
Is strongly recommended as the best dentifriee
known. 1t ceanses and preserves the teeth hardens
the gnms, sweetens the breath; and, containing no
ACID or gritty substance is perfectly harmless and
can be used daily with great advantage Sold by al
druggists. Price, 25 and so cents per bottle
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

Billiards. We stepped into the Billiard
Temple of Nlessrs. Redford & Ives this morn.
ing, and found that establishment to be in
very fourishipg condition. These gentlemen
were exceedingly popular attaches of the old
Spotswood, and it is gratifying to see that they
are being literally patronized by the lovers of
this delightful game.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

The Houston, Texas, Union thus invites
immigration EVERY good man in Texas
is as free as air. There never was freer
or more prosperous people. Despotism
HumbugW
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

Gary street real estate owners conten3-
plate a good deal of building in the carly
spring. 80
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Police Court The following cases were
disposed of by Police Justice White this morn
ing:
Ned Street, charged with unlawfully assault
ing and beating James Howard and his wife,
with a stick. This case was again continued
until Saturday morning next.
George Lester, colored, was arraigned,
charged with unlawfully and feloniously aid
ing and abetting in the robbery of James Moss.
Case continued until Thursday.
George Brockenbrough, coored, charged
with unawfully taking away one Anna
Wright, white female over the age of twel We
years, against the will of said Anna Wright,
was brought up and the case dismissed, the
evidence not sustaining the charge.
Violet Stewart, colored, charged with inter
fering with the dog-catcbers, was admonished
and discharged.
Philip Harris, colored, charged with stealing
one pair OF pants, put in an appearance. He
was dismissed, the evidence not sustaining the
charge.
Patience Tucker, residing on Franklin street
near the market, was arraigned upon the
charge of creating disturbance to the great
annoyance of the neighbors, and with keeping
dsorderly house. Case continued until
next Saturday.
William Judah and James Brooks, coored.
charged with unlawfuly fighting on the public
streets, were examined. Judah was discharged
ana BROOKS required to pay line OF 81 So
Chastain Farrar, charged with being drunk
and unable to take care Of himself, was dis
charged.
Patrick Woods, ("our Pat'') was brought
up on the charge Of trespassing upon the prem
isss of the Tredegar Company. and also with
threatening the life of one p. S. Derbyshire
After hearing of the case, Pat was required
to give bail in the sum of $l00 for his good be-
havior, although from the evidence ELECTED we
were under the impression that the plaintiff
was more TO blame than the accused.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

burglary. The store of Mr.. Terrell,
known as Farmers Rest" near Adams and
Broad streets, was burglariously entered last
night, and robbed of gold watch and SIG,
belonging to Mr.. Samuel Bedsoe, an inmate.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

J0UvEN's NOTORIOUS KID GLOVE CLEAN
ER.-By its aid gloves can be quickly and repeated
ly cleaned and made equal to new; even when badly
soied they can be readily restored 1t is easy of APP
piicatlon and is perfectly free from any odor. For
sale by druggists and fancy goods dealers. Price, %
cents bottle
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28
LOCAL NEWS.
Reorganization of the Republican
City Central Committee.


Pursuant to call published in the JOURNAL
yesterday, the representatives of the various
wards of the city, forming the Republican
City Central Committee, assembled last night
in the office of the Collector of Customs, for
the purpose of reorganization.
On motion, Mr.. Landon Boyd was appointed
temporary chairman, and Mr.. A. w. Wilcox
chosen secretary.
On motion of Mr.. John Oliver, it was re-
solved that the committee proceed to the elec-
tion of permanent officers.
The following officers were then unanimously
elected:
George w. Smith, chairman Joseph Cox,
assistant chairman j. j. Underhill secre-
tary John Oliver, assistant secretary Michs
ael Murphy treasurer.
The following gentlemen, on motion, were
appointed by the chairman as the Executive
Committee Rush Burgess, John Oliver, A.
w. Wilcox.
The following gentlemen compose the
finance committee
Clay Ward-L. NJ. Peterson.
Monroe Ward-Landon Boyd.
Madison Ward-Gillespe Anderson.
Jefferson Ward-A. j. Terry.
Marshall Ward-F. G. w. Coleman
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RICHMOND AND YoRK RIVER RAfLRoan.

hiCHMSAD AND fORk RIVER RAILROAD
supERIaTENDENT's OFFICE,
- RICHMOND, Va, Feb 27, 1871.
l NANCE OF SCHEDULE = REESrABifSH-
~ MENf OF DAILY LINE.
On and after MoNnAY, Glib Of March, 1871, tie
Trains on this road will run follows:
PASSENGER TRAINS
Leave west St, Point daily at...."...... 200 A. NJ.
arrive M isiehmonu .........,,.........l0 55 "
Leave Richmond 4" ............ 2.OD p NJ
Arrive at West Point 4" ................., g;55
FREIGHT TRAINS, WITH PASSENGER CAR At
TACHED
Leave Richmond daily (Moniays excepted) at IAN.
Arrive at West Point 4" Is"
Leave West Point 1" alPN
Arrive at Richmond " m < 6
Trains connect daily at West Point ih frat class
Steamers for Baltimore. Fere from Richmsnd 10
Baltimore $500
Through Bills Of Lading given TO ali points North
forwardei
H. T. DOUGLAS,
u +e-u Superintendent.
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The Prussian Occupation of Paris,


London, February 27.--A dispatch from
Paris this morning states that the Prus-
sian troops will make a triumphal entry
into Paris Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock.
Thirty thousand Prussian troops. COM
manded by General Won Kamech, will
take possession of all that quarter of the
city lying between the Seine Notifications
of Fauburg and st. Honofe to the Rue
Royal. This will include the occupation
of the Tuileries, the palace and the
Louvre. The bridges of the Seine are to
be held by French sentries, and the Fau-
burg and st. Honore also, to prevent the
Prussians wandering out of the prescribed
zone. 1t is agreed that the Germans shall
remain in that portion of Paris described
above until the ratification of the treaty.
The Prussian troops will enter and leave
Paris by Avenue des Grandes Armees, at
Port Neuilly. The line of march will be
through the Arc de Triumphe, and down
the Avenue of the Champs Elysees.
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THE most powerful Iron and Vegetable Tonic.
English Female Bitters.
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BILLIARD. TEMPLE.
WANTS.

VKT ANTE D--EMPLOYMENT by Gentleman
wv who has been deputy clerk in one of the
largest counties in the State for twenty years.
Would preiera similar position. Address "CLERK," I"
at this office fe Z5--lw
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CoLoRED PEOPLE APPEALING TO Con-
GREss.-A dispatch from Nashville, Kyo
dated on Saturday, says:
The colored State convention adjourned
to-day, after five days session. Resolu-
tions were adopted declaring that nearly
all the colored schools have been suspended
outside of the largest cities, on accoant of
outrages on the teachers. The colored
children must look to the Federal Govern
ment for education; aud the wages of
laborers being low, want and destitution
prevail. The employers will not faithfully
execute their contracts, life is unsafe,
colored men are being killed for small
offences. Congress is asked for protection.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-28

Anotber Donatioa.--The Southern AS
sociation, for the benefit of widows and orphans
of the Southern States, has appropriated
ST, 600 for the relief of orphans in Norfolk,
Virginia, left homeless, helpless and penniless
by the late war. We learn that it is the design
OF the association to extend its charities to
other cities of the State as its funds become
aYailAhIa.
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wv Some half dozen more GENTLEMEN as
B0ARDEBS to which the amplest accommodations
will be afforded and entire satisfaction guaranteed.
Apply at No. l03 east Clay street, between First
and Second. fe 22--lw
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Dramatic Entertainment The Jefferson
Literary and Social Circle of this city will
give their third annual dramatic entertain
ment at Monticello Hall, this evening, at s
o'clock. The performances given by this as
sociation before have always been of the great
est success, and from the names of the parties
who will take part in the performance on this
occasion, which is for the benefit of benevo
lent society, we have no doubt but that success
will attend the enterprise. Tickets can be
procured at the door.
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BY TELEGRAPH.
T0-DAY's DISPATCHES,
Washin gton News,

GOVERNOR OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
Washington, February 2S.-The Presi-
dent yesterday appointed Henry d. Cooke,
of Georgetown, ID. O., to be Governor of
the District of Columbia. The selection
of Mr.. Cooke has given satisfaction to all
parties, and the papers speak highly of
him.
. A meeting of the Joint High Commits
sion was held at the State Department
yesterday. There was present Secretary
Fish, Associate Justice Nelson, of the u.
s. Supreme court General Schenck, our
Minister to England ex-Attorney General
Hear and Senator Williams, commissioners
on the part of the United States Earl de
Gray, Professor Bernard and Sir Edward
Thornton, commissioners on the part of
Great Britain. The absent commissioners
were Sir John A. Mcdonald, of Canada
Sir Stafford Northcote, Of England on
the part of Great Britain. Sir John Nc
Donald is not expected here for week,
and Sir Stafford Northcote is now on his
way to this country.
Secretary Boutwell, has instructed the
Assistant Treasurer at New York to pur-
chase two millions Of bonds on each We'd
nesday during the month of March, being
ten millions in all, and to sell one million
of gold on the first, third, and fifth Thurs
days, and two millions on the second and
fourth Thursdays of March, or seven mil
lions in all.
The committee investigating Southern
outrages hold daily sessions. Governor
Holden is expected to testify before the
committee, but if the impeachment trial
continues to require bis personal attention,
his attendance here will not probably be
enforced.
The bill, which passed the House, abol-
ishing the franking privilege, still s1umbers
1n the Senate committee of post offices and
post roads, it having been determined to
abandon the idea OF attempting to force
its passage through the Senate this session.
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The Sale Of Land for Tdnes. Below
will be found a communication from Mr..
Laube, member of the City Council, and
some accompanying papers, relating to the
sale of lands for taxes, all of which will be
read with interest by our taxpayers
RIcBMoED, Va, February 25, 1871.
Mr. 3. W. ellis.
DEAR sIR,-I enclose an amendment to one of the
city ordinances; which was offered by me at the
meeting of the Council on Monday last of which no
mention was made in any of the papers; also nv
reasons in writing in support thereof and copy Of
the ordinance.
Desiring to call public attention to this particular
matter, would be greatly obliged if you would
give the same space in the columns of your valua
bic journal, and am, very respectfully yours,
n TtIfpE
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ETEA AND COFFEE DEPOT.

AIoTIcE TO RETAILERS, HOTELS AND
PRIVATE FAMILIES.
We have added to cur extensive Stock of choice
TEAS, large invoice of
FRESH NEW-CROP TEAS
only forty-1ve days in transit from Canton via Union
Pacific Railroad.
We offer good Teas, Black and Green, at SO cents,
rs cents, and $lo0 per pounds good Coffee, six
pounds for Sl00
BENEDI0TS OLD DOMINION TEA WAREHOUSE
is noted for selling the BEST TEA and ROASTED
COFFEE, of every style and grade. Our GUNPOW-
DER TEA consist of some of the finest CHOPS ever
imported
COFFEE ROASTED daily for Grocers and hotels.
sLETOR & BENEDICT'S
Old Dominion Steam Coffee and Spice Mills,
736 Main street, corner Eighth,
fe 24--tf Richmond, Va.
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Ben Butler reports from the House Commit.
tee on Reconstruction long arraignment OF
Kentucky and other States for skinning the
blacks.--M Y World.
In making this report, "Ben Butler"
only states what the Democratic Governor
of Kentucky and the chief Democratic
organ of the State have themselves pro-
claimed. Both of them have given numer-
GUS instances of the kind of outrages to
which General Butler refers. The extent
and alarming character OF these crimes
have constrained even such authorities to
admit and condemn them. The World
disparages General Buffers report. What
does it say to the same statements from the
highest Democratic sources in Kentucky :?
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HENRY SHAW, "Josh Billings" was
born at. .Lanesboro, Berkshire county, Mas
sachusetts, where his father owned four or
five farms, of several hundred acres, and
was considered worth 100000 at the
time of his death. lie was odd to the last
degree, and when he was married drove
with his intended bride to New Lebanon,
N. Y, where they were united by justice
of the peace for one dollar. The esquire"
had ten children, -four sons aud six daugt-
ters) of whom "Josh," the second, fully
inherited his fathers oddity. The old gen.
tleman removed from Lanesboro to New
York because of the too near location
of an iron furnace to his grounds. "Josh'
is now about fifty years of age, tall, round
shouldered, and with an indescribably
comic expression on his face which he
always had. He is now supposed to be
worth about two hundred thousand dollars.