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The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-03-24

pipia has been Frustrated for the past six years,
and whereas there has been no legislative en-.
actment passed during that time for the espe-
cial re>establishment of agricultural prosperity
and whereas the loss and absence of capital is
the greatest evil which oppresses our interest
in this part of Virginia Therefore,
Resolved, l, That the introduction of capital
is vital question, affecting the present and
future welfare of the State.
Resolved, 2. That there is no official or reli
able Information before the people or the Le-
gislature of Virginia upon which can be based
any intelligent and and practcs course of sc.
tion for the introduction and use of capital to
be applied to the farming interest.
Resolved, That we therefore earnestly re-
commend the passage of that 'bill before the
Legislature to appoint an agricultural commits
sion to go to Europe to investigate the whole
subject looking to the introduction of capital
into Virginia in behalf Of the agricultural ard
manufacturing interests, and report to the mex
Legislature"
Resolved, 4. That the taxes paid by the far
mers eptitle them to some consideration on the
part of the Legislature, and we therefore ask
its attention and action on this important
matter.
Resolved, s. There is no Organization" by
which the agricultural interest can make its
wants known, or its powers felt, therefore we
recommend the formation of an Agricultural
Society 10 each county in order to promote q
more energetic and judicious system OF agri-
culture.
Resolved, 6. That the railroads, with their
great capacity for transportation, and railroad
discussions, however important, toiU not bring
prosperity TO the people of Virginia while the
Glands" remain uncultivated, and wear the
grim smile Of neglect.
The preamble and resolutions were advo-
Gated by Messrs Chaffn, Hamlin, aud others ;
which, after further discussion, were adopted.
On motion of MIR. James Vaughn, the
newspapers of the State were requested to
publish these proceedings.
On motion, it was suggested that the
commission" consist of three persons
two from the farming and one from the
manufacturing interest.
On motin, the meeting adjourned, SUBJ
ject to the call of the chairman.
STITH Boiling, SR., Chairman.
Hiram r Scott Secretary
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ONE reason why Richmond and Virgil
mia bear so favorable comparison with
other Southern States and cities lsays the
Philadelphia Press, and why they offer
the best inducements to immigrants, is the
increasing attention paid to education.-
Richmond, with population but little
lin excess of fifty thousand, now has seven-
ity-two schools iu operation-thirty-nine
I for white and thirty-three for colored
1 children. The average enrolment of schol-
Sars is 9,4OO, and these will have been edu-
Gated at a cost of about $12 80 at the ex-
ypiration of the scholastic year. Facts like
these in the general barrenuess Of the South
are like oases in desert. In the message
of the mayor of the city, to which we are
indebted sor these figures, occurs the fol-
lowing striking passage:
The wise liberality of the Council in provid
ing suitable school beuses will be, in my judg'
ment, the highest title of your body to the con
fidence and applause of your fellow citizens,
for you have laid, with generous hands, the
foundation of a temple to intelligence and vir.
tue which will endure as long IS these shall be
regarded the basis of the prosperity and true
happiness OF people.
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Petersburg, Ha.. March 24.--Tbe re-
mains of the late John Jarratt arrived in
this city yesterday by the a P M. trair
from Richmond. They were met at the
depot by the Mechanics Association, and
taken in charge by pall.bsarers and es-
corted to the Washington Street M e
church, where the funeral services took
place.
After the reading of Scripture selections
by Revs Messrs Rutherford and Hall. the
latter gentleman preached a very interest
ing and touching discourse from the tex,
recorded in |. Cor vii ch 90, 80 and 81
vss. He spoke of the trials to which .he
departed had been subjected in his latter
years, the loss of fortune, loss of health
and the consequent blightng of his earthly
prospects, and said these bitter troubles
were but the chastenings of God o.
mercy to purify him for better life, and
the effect had been salutary.
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Political Rumor. in Arkansas.

ST. LOUIS, March PA dispatch from
Little Rock, Arkansas, says the impression
prevails there that Senator Clayton will be
prominent candidate before the next
National Republican convention for Vice
President.
1t is stated by responsible parties that
Lieut. Gov. johnson received $15. 900 for
resigning, and that Mr. White. former Sc
cretary of State, got $4,000 for giving up
his Office that johnson might have it.
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Assassination In Missouri.

81. Louis, March 24.-Another murder
has grown ont the assassination of deputy
United States Collector Jenkins, at New
Madrid, some time ago. 1t appears that
Thomas Grady aud Edward Newson got
into dispute at New Madrid, on Friday
last, about the murder of Jenkins. in which
several other parties participated.
Two shots were fred, and one of Gray's
ears was punctured. About ten o'clock
that night Gray was shot while staudiug
in the porch of his house, by some un-
known person. Newson, being suspected,
gave himself up. He denies any connec-
ton with the assassination
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BY TELEGRAPH
Destructive Fire In Norfolk.

Norfolk, March "a Last night, few
minutes after IL o'clock, fire was discov-
cred issuing from the windows of Wills
ware-h house, on Nevison street. The alarm
was promptly sounded, but in consequel cs
of the inhammAble material slowed inside,
the flames spread with great rapidity, and
soon enveloped the whole building.
The clerk of the Elizabeth City line OF
steamers and the private watchman were
asleep inside of the building, and barely
escaped with their lives.
The warehouse is occupied by Thomas
A. Hardy & Sous. commission merchants.
The loss is not yet aocertained, but it is
believed to be quite large.
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Fine Art--We have received COPY of a
chrome picture, executed by our townsman,
Mr.. Ludwig, which is certainly beautiful,
tasty and neat. 1t represents lady in her
chamber looking at her watch, while in her
hand she holds an open letter. The features
are true to nature, the furniture of the room is
accurately given, and the coloripg is admira
BILE. The success of this effort, if he had exc
cuted no other, should stamp Mr.. Ludwig as
an artist of decided merit. Our young friend,
Mr.. Benjamin Bates, at his bo X establishment,
No. 003 Main street, has copies for sale, and
will take pleasure in supplying all with this
neat little parlor ornament.
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White Sulphur Springs. Gresn5yier ooun-

White Sulphur Springs, Greenbrier Coun-
y.-Preparations are about to be commenced
for opening this renowned mountain retreat
the present eeason, at an earlier time than
usual. and with increased attractions. The
proprietors, the Messrs. Ptyton, have taken
Cadis d. Luck, Req.. late Of the Spotswood
Hotel, as one of their partners, and the Springs
this year will enjoy the benefit Of his extensive
and varied experience as hotel keeper. He
was. during his active career here, one of the
most popular Bonifaces that ever undertook to
cater, for the travelling public. His repu'atou,
indeed, is coextensivp with the limits of the
whule country. The White Sulphur Springs
Are the old stamping grounds of all the nota-
bilities North and South. All who visit the
place this summer may be assured of = warm
welcome and plenty of good food.
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Washington News.

Washington, March 24.-It is said that
the High Commission has agreed on the
main points of the fisheries question for
adjustment, but the nature Of the conces-
sion on either side is not stated.
1t is reported that there is division Of
sentiment among the commissioners from
San Domingo so serious as to justify the
postponement of action thereon.
Hon. Fernando Wood last night gave a
grand reception to the New Hampshire
members of the House. Nearly all the dem
ocratic members of Congress were present.
They were handsomely entertained.
The bill bridging the Arkansas river at
Little Rock passed. 1t goes to the Presi-
dent
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To the Members OF tho Legislature O
Virginia.

To the Editor of the State Journal.
AS the time for adjourning your. body is
almost at hand, |, as a citizen and attor-
ney-at-law OF experience, do on behalf of
majority of our down-trodden country
men, call your attention to the incaculable
importance Of some action to modify, scale,
or repudate in many instances, the pay
ment of old debts, especially those founded
principally on the valuation of slave pro-
perty and Virginia currency before the
war. The currency then is not the cur
rency now. Many contracts, &C., were
founded upon and made payable in Vir-
ginia money; they are now made payable
in United States currency. In the name
of justice and humanity and the noble
escutcheon Of our once exalted old Mother
State, take this question before your body
aud enact some law iu regard to it. graut-
ing relief to those whose faith and hope,
on this vital question, is concentrated in
you. JUSTICE.
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WANTS..

VXJANTED AGENTs.-Seventy-fv to two hun
w dred dollars per month, everywhere. male and
female to introduce the Genuine Improved 70 nmon
Sense Family Sewing Machine This machine will
stitch, hem fell tuck, bud. braid, cord quilt and
broidcr in most superior manner. Price only
SIS. Fully warranted for five years. We will pay
81 900 70, any machine that will sew q stronger,
more beautiful or more elastic seam than ours. 1t
makes the 'sElastic Lock Stitch" Every second
stitch can be cut and still the cloth cannot be pulled
apart without tearing it. We pay agents SIS TO 81
per month and expenses or o commission from which
twice that amount can be made.
For Circulars and Terms. apply to or address,
G. BOWERS & CO.,
436 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
CAUTION N-Do not be imposed upon by other parties
paming off worthless cast-iron machines under the
same name or otherwise. Ours is the only genuine
and really practical cheap machine manufactured.
NH 20--1we
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A ssEMBLY HALL.

The REGULAR ASSEMBLIES for Skating at the
above Hall will take place every MONDAY, WE'D
-NESDAY and FRIDAY AFTERNOONS, at o'clock,
every TUESDAY, THURSDAY, and SATURDAY
NIGHTS, at 8 O'Clock, and every SATURDAY morn
ing at 10
Every MONDAY and WEDNESDAY NIGHT, at
O'clock ths Rink will be open EXCLUSIVELY for
gentlemen aud youths.
The PRICE OF ADMISSION. with the of
Skates so cents for single ticket So per dozen.
Children, under Il years of age, % cents
At the Afternoon Assemblies Ladies and Boys will
only be charged 25 cents NH TT
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Odd Fellowship II be Grand Lodge OF
the Independent Order of Odd Fellows will
meet 10 this city next month, when the breth-
rem will make an imposing demonstration. An
ddFellows' supper, we hear, will be given at
Johnson's during the session. Powt atan Lod e
is to consolidate with Friendship Lodge, for
the reason that the former will be able to do
more good by that arr aDgement than it can
with separate organization. No lodge in the
city is more fourishiDg than Schiller Lodge,
which is composed entirely of our German
fellow. citizens
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WOMAN AND HER CHARNS--Do your wife or
daughter ever call on you for money to buy new
dress or bonnet3 You supply their wants with
pleasure, OF course. But now they are 81 kly--'ee
bic and eniaeiated, and always grunting and com
planning when you go home. Now gladden. their
hearts by sendins to the drug stoe and procuring
bottle Of English Female Bitters, which will soon
restore them to health.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-03-24

THE Atlantic Monthly, which ia point OF
age is second on the list of American
magazines devoted to general literature,
is Inferior to none in point of merit. The
number of books, Of good books, too,
which have been reprinted from its pages
is considerable. The April number is a
most excellent one, full of interesting
reading, aud of chaste and instructive
character
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-03-24

Tile Uhdhoon Case Mr. Geo. D. Wise
commenced and concluded yesterday in the
Hastings court his argument in this case on
behalf of the prosecution, apd was followed by
H. II. Wells, Esq., for Chahoon. Mr.. Wells
finished bis az gumeut this forenoon and was
followed by Judge Crump on the same side.
After brief summing up by Mr.. Wise in con-
clusion, the case will be given TO the jury pos
sibly this evening. The veracty OF several
witnesses in this case have been sought to be
impeached-m we suspect for the grati6.
cation of personal feeling than any desire to
further the ends Of iustice.
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Public Meeting In Amelia.

A meeting of farmers from the lower
end of Amelia, was held at Namozine on
Saturday, March 18th, 1871. After the
object Of the meeting was explained, a
committee was appointed to prepare busi-
ness for action, which, after consultation,
made the foilowirg report through its
chairman, DR.. J Ia A Robertson
Whereas the agricultural interest of Vir-
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Runa,ray Steeds--Quie little excite
mept was created yesterday morning, on Mayo
street. by the running away Of pair of spirit
ed young horses, attached TO the private car
riage of Mr.. J. Lee. They were stopped in
their wild career BY running into the fence in
rear OF the Blenis House. No damage was done
beyond the breaking down of few feet OF
fence.
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SPECIAL NOTICE.

CPECIAL PRACTICE.
y Thirty years practice in the
treatment of all morbid affections of delicate char
acter, has enabled DIR. PLUME to entirely eradicate
all those nam eless disorders arising from
thoughtlessness or indiscreton.
These INTERESTED are invited to make an early
call, with the assurance of skilful treatment and
honorable confidence
- Office on Franklin street, n Al 81 fourth house
below the Exchange Hotel, and diagonally opposite
Odd Fellows hail, Rich nond Va NH 20-lm*
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The "Foanta,n.o at tho AIms-Hous.

To The Editor of rhe State Journal
When l read ia the local columns of your
paper an account of the "fountains' costiug
near thousand dollars, thinks l, they must
be splendid specimens of art, and walked to
the aims house to see them and they we're
worth the walk. They rise msjesticaIly Q)
about foot. There is very nice cut granite
border surrounding the pools, but the foun-
tains-such a curiosity! They are not made
OF marble, stone or iron; and as a work of
art, they are a cross between watering pot
and bes-guD, aud ior durability, the y will
b. little better than straw or pastebnasd. Well,
they made OF tint Taxpayer.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-03-24

THURsToN'S IVORY eEARL TOOTH POWDER
is strongly recommended the best dentiirice
known 1t cesnses aud preserves the teeth, harden.
the gems, sweetsns the breath and, containing no
acid or gritty substance, is perfectly harmless and
can be used daily with great advantage. Sod by all
druggists. Price, 25 and so cents per bottle.
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U. S. PATENT OFFICE, |
WAsHINGroy. ID. O.. March 18th. 1871. (

WA5HINUIo.V, 1tzuI IN r0tu,
nN THE PETITION OF JOHN HAW, of Hano-
" yer county, Virginia, praying for the extension
of patent granted to him on the 2sd day OF June,
1857, and additional improvements on the 2sth day
OF July, 1859, for improvement in Picker Saving
Machines:
1t is ordered that the testimony in the case be
closed the 23d day of May next that the time for
iline arguments and the Examiners report be lin
tied to the I'd day OF June and that said petition
be heard on the 7th day Of June next.
Any person may oppose tits extension.
NJ. d. LEdGETT,
NH 18-s3w Commissioner OF Patents
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NAPOLEON is in England with the ex-
Empress. A dispatch mentions the runor
that they will come to the United States
to reside permanently One caLnot but
contrast favorably the treatment of Louis
Napoleon by the Emperor OF Germany,
and that awarded to his uncle, the great
Napoleon, by the government OF England.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-03-24

JouvEN's INoDoRoUs KID GLOVE CLEAN
Ea-By its aid gloves can be quickly and repeated
iy cleaned aud made equal te new; evon when-aadly
solsd they be readily restored 1t is easy Of ep
pcation and is perfectly free from any odor. For
sale by druggists and fancy goods dealers Price, 25
cents bottle.
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PATENT NOTICE.

U. s. PATseT OFFICE,
Washington. D. c., March 10th, 1911
ON TIE PETITION OF GEORGE P. PERRINI,
" of Richm lnd, Va. and James Il. Boyle, of New
York, N. Y, praying for the extension of patent
granted to them the 23d day of June, 1857 for en-
Improvement in Hydrants
1t is ordered that the testimony In the case be
closet the 23d day of May next, that the time for
filing arguments and the Examiners report be Inn
tied to the I'd day of June next. and that said petit
tion be heard ON the 7th day OF June next.
Any person may oppose this extension; ,u,r
NJ. d. LEGGETT,
NH 22-law3w Commissioner of Patents.
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The army and Nary Journal thinks
that the facts presented by the report Of
the committee which recently investigated
affairs in North Carolina show that the
z vernment would be fully warranted in
declaring the State in iusurrectIon and re-
sumlng the direction Of affairs there under
military law.
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The State Library. The keeping of the
State Law Library at the State court house
tSycamore church) proves great convenience
to the lawyers, who are mostly interested in
the perusal of the books composing it. They
are much pleased at the arrangement. The
library now is almost lawyers Exchange,
thara
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YALE OF The EFFECTS OF THE BANK OF
- VIRGINIA.

-
- VIRGINIA
In obedience to decree of the Circuit Court Of
ina unteh tstes for the District Of Virginia the un-
dsrsgned win, on the
20TR DAY OF JUNE NEXT
beginning at 10 O'Clock A. NJ. OF the Court-Eouse
dor Of said Court in the Cus House building in
the city of Richmond make sale for cash. OF eli The
sFtECTS of the BANK OF VIRGINIA, conti-i z
OF BON -. Bulls, NOTES, JUDGMENTS, DE-
ckEES and whatsoever else there be.
Creiito of ths Bans, whore claims have been al
we'd, are under said dec ee entitle to set fl at
par err claims against any purchases of said effects
they may make
descriptive list Of said effects my be seen at tho
counting house OF s. O. Tsrdy OF the undsrs gned
on ssrepteen'h and Dock streets, at the onee Of
u. y. saunfers, on Eleventh street, between Main
and Bank, in Richmond, which the public are in
vted to call aud examine This list will be printed
for orcuiation aud it will be advertise when ready
DAVID j. SAUNDERS,
c. TAhDY,
Receivers Bauk of Virginia
"@rch zftn, ioiL NH "a ties
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Getting Dull The people, with the
ending of the railroad war, have lost all inte-
rest in the proceedings of the General Assem-
bly,. To-day neither Hou-e had half dozen
outsiders in attendance. The members them.
selves looked listless and Indifferent. and the
apple and pie venders disconsolate.
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Theodore Ttomas Many years ago we
knew this magnificent musician. He was then,
symbolcally speaking, budding blossom !;
only first violinist in Maretzek's Orchestra -
Intentionally or unintentioaally. he was rival
to Edward Mollenhauer, who, himself, was not
far from being great But be lived to obtain
American fame and at the time when Berg
man and Absolute commended, he entered the
Olympic ring and brought bis baton safe in
triumph to the summit of Parnassus. Well,
be appears with what we un jerstand to be a
full and fine orchestra before a Richmond au-
dience to night. So much the better. Great
music greatly rendered should be well and
often heard. But if we had our selection of
programme, We would exclude Wagner
from II. His music is too new for this
public's ear. 1t is difficult of comprehension
auyh how. Wagner is to music what Kant was
to metaphysics legendary and incomprehensi.
BILE in legend. What our people want is music
where greatness is intermiDgied with melody ;
such, for instance, as Rossinis overtures 10
Tell" or "Semiramide - either OF the two by
Beethoven to "Fidelio;" J" that of Mozart t.
"Giovanni;" Mendelsohn's "W edding March,
meyerbeer's march out ot the .Prophetr -
and any other selections of such schools Bui
be is director, not this writer; and, of course,
we are nationally glad of it. One thing the
latter expects--one night tonight of great en-
joyment; and be hopes that the assembly OF
bis fellow citizens may be full and worthy OF
the occasion.
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GOVERNOR ENGLISH, of Connecticut, has
issued a proclamation appointing the 7th
day of April as day of fasting and
prayer. This will be four days after the
election, aud either the Democrats or Re-
publicaus, which, it is not defnitely set
tied, will be called upon to observe il with
especial unction.
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THosfp50N's Poaarg oPTfaE a. a dressing
for the Hair ia al that is requred purely vegetable
aud highly perumsd, it sof,ens improves and beau
titles the Hair, strengthens the rcots, and gives it's
rich, glossy appeara1re. For salc by sil druggsts
Price, IS and rs cents per bottle.
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SHIPPING

nor NEW YORK.
The OLD DOMINION STEAMSHIP <lEE5E1H
COMPANY'S elegant side-wheel s3zx 1sss&x&
steamship ISAAC BELL, Capt BLAKEMAN, will leave
her wharf, at Rockets on FRIDAY, March oath,
ut o'clock z NJ
Freight received until P M
Round Trip Tickets. ~ W
For freight or passage, apply to
JOHN W. WYATT, Agent,
NH 22-3t No. 3 Governor street.
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EoR NEW YORK.

NOR NEW YORK.
The VIRGINIA STEAMSHIP and VSSTS[3&%
PACKET C0MPANY'S elegant steam
ship WIN. P. CLYDE, Captain JOHN Fl. PARKER, will
leave her wharf at Rockets on FRIDAY, March
2lth, at NJ Freight received up to the hour of
sailing
Close connections and through bls of ladipg given
to all southern and eastern ports.
This elegant steamship has fine cabin accommoda-
tions.
D w
Round trip tickets, good until used, only....l5 10
For freight or passage apply to
DAVID J. BURR President.
No. 1914 Main street.
WASHINGTON & Co.. Agents,
Pier 2l North river, New York. NH 22-3t
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yesterday morning. IN The harbor Of
Norfolk, the steamer John Sylvester, 10 backs
ing out from ber wharf, ran into the schooner
Seventy-Six, striking her on the bow, which
was stove in and badly damaged.