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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

AMERICAN COMMERCE. If We can briefly
and pointedly set forth to our readers the de-
cline Of our foreign commerce since 1850, it
may help to stimulate, to some extent. the
public mind. to insist upon a prompt rectifca-
ton of the ruinous legislation which has so
nearly obliterated our former pride and boast
The United States was once the second nation
Of the earth in maritime and commercial i'm
portance while now, we are scarcely counted
US worthy of consideration in this great element
Of national power and wealth In the trade of
other nations We have no voice The business
of the United States alone tellsthe story of our
decadence The importations for the fiscal year
ending June 80, 1870, in American ships.
amounted to $780, ,3l3 while the imports
in foreign ships amounted to 1924, $50, 500
The exports in American ships were SlS7 :, lG9,-
942, while in foreign ships they amounted to
1919, Contrast these figures with
those of 1860. For the fiscal year ending June
30, 1861 the importatons in American ships
were S22S, l64, S55,and in foreign ships, $l34,-
OOl ,39e; the exports in American ships were
s2C22, $50, ST., and in foreign ships, sll0,602,-
co.. These are significant figures and show
better than any words could, whittier We are
dritting-that is, to TIE total humiliation of
that commerce which was once justly our pride
and our boast.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
February !, 1871.

7,
Geo c. Gilmer esq:
Yours asking the result of my experiment with
Magnum Bonum is to hand.
The Fertilizer was applied to corn ut planting,
May 9Th, with machine, (wheat drill with all
tubes but two removedJ depositng same with
seed at the rate Of 50 pounds per acre. On June
hundred pounds per acre, ploughed in at last
working Of corn. The first application acted
finely. causing the crop to push with vigorou,
growth second to none, considering the difference
rs to time in favor OF its competitors. The second
application made when the corn was beginning
to suffer for rain WAS entirely satisfactory in it.
results, producinga steady, rapid growth and
development throughout the season, and fill
remunerativc return at gathering The Magnum
Bonum ranks among the best munures ever used.
Respectfully j. .. MCGEBEE, Manager
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

RECEPTION BY THE BRITISH COMMISSION
ERs.-On Saturday evening Earl de Gray Will
give grand reception at the residence of the
British commissioners, on K street, which
promises to be the most elaborate affair Of the
kind which has ever taken place in Washing
ton. The cards Of invitation have been extend
cd to those personally known to the British
members of the commission and only those
who have received invitations will be received
Lady Thornton will do the honors OF the man-
sion, and Earl dc Gray has directed that nei-
Their pains nor expense shall be spared to make
the event worthy of the hospitality received
during the residence Of the British commission
in Washington. A. Washington Republican.
The Giornae of Naples, states that another
human skeleton has just been discovered at
Pompei. and has been added the five others
in the museum. The ingenious system by
which Senator Fiorelli is able to reproduce the
shape and features of the corpse by the mold
Of incrusted ashes formed on the body, is well
knoYn. In the present instance the lmpres-
sion is perfect and has produced results supe-
rior to any vet obtained The body is appar-
entity that of man, in the prime OF lite:
who had fallen backward while endeavorlng to
escape. The agony of his dcath-throes is shown
BIZ the contortonS Of the cOuntenance and the
| left hand convrlsively cenched.
G.. 4 o. CANAL-Thirty-elght boats LETT
Cumberland on Tuesday for tide water, carrying
| / $50 tons of coal. as follows:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

We have received al interesting special re-
port on Immigration, prepared by Edward
Young esq. chief Of the Bureau OF STATISTICS
containing much valuable information for lmml-
grants. relative to lands, rents, wages, &c, 4.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

y dispatch FROM Atchison, Kansas, says
Immigration to North Kansas commences
heavily. Large numbers of new Corners 90
west, from here. on every train, and stream
OF wagons is constantly passing into the great
homestead region west ofhere. Crop prospects
are fine \ larger breadth of land has been
p!owed this season than ever before
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

A Washington special to the New York In
bune says: THE conviction is daily becoming
stronger here that change is contemplated IN
the Treasury Department, though there is
much doubt if it is made immediately, as no
successor to Mr. Boutwell, is known to have
haan unloctpa =
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

The Committee on Public Buildings and
Grounds has dcidcd to remove the bronze doors
connecting the old Hall with the corridor ofthe
House, to the east front Of the Capital, leading
into the rotunda
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
Port Tobuccu Md July 81 1870

Gentlemen: 1 used your ''Magnum Bonum
Soluble Phosphate" on my tobacco crop and
up to this time have seen q marked difference
in its favor between it and stable manure Or
course the tobacco is yet young bqs AN dig
give entire satisfaction
In haste, | remain yours. very respectfully,
GEO. p. JENKINS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

The Norfolk Nirgiuian, in recording the fact
that number of the young men of that city are
about enigrating to Texas, says:-"We regret
to sec the bone and sinew of our city thus leav-
ing her, but are forced to admit that at present
there is only little to Justify their remaining. "
Norfolk and Portsmouth are afflicted with very
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

George H Pendleton has declined to permit
bis name to be used as candidate for Governor
before the approaching Democratic Convention
in Ohio The impression now seems to obtain
that George McCook will receive the nomlna-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
Tutal

DIRECT MAIL TO WIsHINGToN.-We are
pleased to sec that Il petition is being handed
around and numerouSly signed BY our citizens
and business mcn particularly, praying the
Post Master General to give direct mail tacll-
tiles between this city and Washington, BY
means Of the present line between here and
that city on the Lady Of the Lake. We hope
Mr. CreSwcII may be induced to grant the
prayer Of the petitioners in this matter: rs the
growing Importance Of our city requires
something of this sort, aside from the fact
of this being one of the greatest military and
naval stations in the whole country. -NoJ"N
Dly BODE
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
charlottesville, Va, Feb. ], 1871.

Charlottesville. Va, Feb l. 1871
Mr. Thos Perry, Alexandria, Va:
My Dear Sir: Enclosed you will find the state
ment of my manager Mr.. Jacob o. McGebec of
tho effects of your Magnum Bonum sent me for
my last crop of corn. Mr.. McGebce has been
living with mo now going on three years, and
think him one Of the most accurate and reliable
men it has ever been my good fortune to meet
with. Yours, GEO. &. GILM, ER
Near Char l0ttesvile
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
Y.DI:T or ALEXANDRIA,, .SI.IsIL 20.

sun sETS....... ...... G.42
ARRIVED.
Steamer Express Nicklr, Baltimore to j
Brudrrs u Co.
Steamer Wawasrt, Fowlkrs. Currinman, to
Potomac Ferry Co.
Schr> jesse b Smith, New Haven, and a Z
Cranmcr Jersey City to American Coal Co.
Schr Albert Mason, Providence to j Ag-
new
Schr Mary Standish, Boston, plaster TO Hooc
Weddcrburn IL Co.
Schrs J b TanIlrscn and q i Mcfarland
New York. to e. Hutton
SAILED
S;rhr Oliver AmrS, Boston, by G. Hutton.
Srhrs Maria Pirrson, Jersey City; j Sutterth
waite, Bristol, and Evergreen, Warren. by Am
crican Coal Co.
Schr & Grant, Norfolk, by j p Agncw.
MEMORANDA.
Schr krdrnn, Jordan, hence At Norfolk 18th
instant
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

A destructive fire occurred in New York
on night before last The pier of the Albany
and New York line Of steamboats,, was burned.
1t cost $27 900 Several vessels and steam
boats were, also, destroyed, and ware houses
injured.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

The Marlboro Prince Georges County, Md,
Gazette says THE complaint is universal in
this county. that the fly has, or is destroying
the tobacco plants, and from present appear
ances the crop will be very short one.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

Farmers i'll PittSylvania Franklin and Bed
ford counties report that tobacco flies We're
never 50 numerous and destructive As ut the
present time Young tobacco plants are eaten
m almost as soon as they appear.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

Henry S. Winters, tried in Washington yes
terday, for causing the death of little boy, in
the streets of Washington, by driving wagon
over him has been acquitted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

The TRIAL Of Mrs Fair draws nigh its close.
There is pretty general idea that she ought
to be convicted and will be acquitted. That
she is most desperate adventurer has been
abundant j. proven. Nor is there much room
to doubt the deliberaton of the murder. 1t
will be remembered that it is not the conduct OF
Mr.. Crittcnden which is on trial, That was guilty
enough, Heaven knows; but it has been settled
with his life. The real victims of the traedy
are the Critteuden family. not the murdered
man and the partner of his terrible crime
LouivWp .JOurnuL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

The District Election is going on to-day OF
course, the result is not known at the time this
paper is issued
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
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.N.9RRIEU.

On Wednesday. 18th instant. ut the residence
Rev Geo H. Norton ID. D.. Gen. FITZHUGH
LEE, Of KichIunds. Va, to ELLEN BERN
ARD. daughter of the late George d. Fowle, of
AIcxundra,- Bait. and Rich. papers copy.
In Midllcburg Va, on Wednesday, the 18th
instant, by Rev VIM VI. Dame, JAMES VI.
GARRETT, Ma, President Of st. Johns Col
lege Annapolis Md, and KATE HUNTING
TON, second daughter of Major Burr 7. No.
land. Of LuudUun.-L Richmond papers copy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

The census of Great Britain, which approach
es completion, shows a large increase in the
population of all the principal cities.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

Charles johnson, the horse. thief from Rock.
ingham, who was brought before the Court of
Appeals yesterday on writ of habeas corpus,
was ordered to be sent back to Rockingham
for trial He had only six months to serve.
and it is probable that he will return to remain
for eight or ten years
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

Another heavy storm passed over the region
about Leavenworth in Kansas, night before
last, doing considerable damage
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

A great deal of 'Kn-Klux'' and very little
Amnesty, prevailed in the the last and pre-
sent CONGRESS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

Gov. Scott, of South Carolina, gives more
favorable account Of the financial condition OF
that State. than has heretofore been reported.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

Maj A. Fl. johnson, of Alexandra, has re-
ceived the appointment Of Depot Agentat Har-
risonburg He was an engineer on the old
Manassas road, and will make good officer
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
EI.N.4.N'CE.4L s. (O.H.NERCI.4L.

ALEXANDRIA MARKET, April 20. The mar
krl for Wheat is quiet and steady; offerings
hight and quality from fair TO good; no prime
samples on Change; $40 bushels were offered,
and sales made ri 80 and 30. Corn is active,
and la2c better; offerings OF Sit bushels mixed.
with sales ut 20, - and 30 Rye is quiet $50
bushels were offered but no sales made. Oats
are active; offerings Of 443 bushels, with sales at
~. I'll and e. Other articles are unchanged.
ALEXANDRIA FISH MARKET, April 20, 1871.
The receipts of Fish to-day were considerably in
excess of those of yesterday, but prices sustained
II" material change. Shad sold at from II 80 to
Sl3 80 per hundred, and Herring at from G to
s. so per thousand Large sized single Rock sold
ut from to 81 % piece. Rock and Perch con-
tinuc exceedingly scarce. The receipts, as yet,
are mostly from the lower shores.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
Leaving for sale abroad,

Leaving for sale abroad, s15O.mo
If this amount were every year brought into
the county and kept in circulation here we
would soon complain Of too much money, but,
unhappily, little Of it is brought or kept here.
What goes with it?
We buy every year of foreign tertili-
zers say Slj0.000
OF farm machinery. reapers, TIRES hers,
drills, plows, castings, rakes, hoes,
and axe handles, wagons, &c, &c.,
ut least l25,OOo
Of carriages, pianos, leather, lumber,
bricks, salt, fish, plaster, fruit trees,
grass seed, &C., at least GO000
There are 100 stores in the county, each
of which buy annually, out of the
county and State, goods to the aver
age amount of s., 0O0. 30ON00
L. s. and State taxes and Stamps
Foreign Life and Fire Insurance
premiums, Nc, take out 100000
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
PRICE sJ4 PER 1000 LBS.
P"nonkcy, Charles county, Md, |

September II, I8lU.
Dear Sir: am much pleased with the Mag
mum Bonum 1t i all you represented it to be
l shall want another ton this fall.
THos S. MARTIN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
SI33j.O0O

Si33,OOO
Leaving for home circulation balance of only
$4,000 or about - cents for each inhabitant
Of the county.
This balance is based on the average crop
&C. But whenever for even one year-let
alone for two Or three years, as recently-the
crops fail quantity, quality and price-instead
of this small balance being in our favor, it is
the other way, and We are in debt abroad, and
no money left among us because it has all been
ntaway Is any wonder that money is scarce
and hard times plenty in Loudoun?
When We spend abroad all and more than
our produce brings-is there not sufficient cause
for hard times is there left for us at
home? Now what cure is there?
One remedy undoubtedly is to multiply our
marketable articles and to increase the yield Of
our land
But the prime cure is TO keep in the county
as much of the money proceeds Of our farms as
possible. or at least, enough for our own need
and convcniencc-insteado Of spending it all
abroad We can do this, LIST, By buying less
I'd, BY MANUFACTURING at home az many Of
the articles we need as possible. -Lo"dom
Nurm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

JryIUs wrote. years ago, L truth a. appll-
cable TO our trims and our country, rs it was
to Great Britain, when the lines were penncd &:
Never suffer an invasion OF the political
constitution, however minute the instance
may appear TO- pas WITHOUT IN" nrnaIent
creates another They soon accumulate and
constitute law What yesterday wa> fact to
lay is doctrine Examples are supposed to
Justify the most dangerous measures, and
where they do not suit exactly the defect Is
supplied by analogy Be assured that the
Laws which protect Us in our civil rights grow
ont Of the Constitution. and they must fall or
flourish with it,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20
Hard Times-the Cause aud Cur

The average annual value of the mark
etable crops of Loudoun is about 1920. 00'
OF this there is retained for home use
4 bread feed, seed, &C., about 0,00(
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

REMARAKBLE MIRAGE. A correspondent OF
the Rochester Express writes as follows The
undersigned was one of the hundreds at Mount
Hope on Sunday afternoon who witnessed, pro-
badly one of the most perfect and sublime mi
RACES ever seen in this country. On the entire
north sky as far as the angle or bison. was
lifted the blue waters Of Lake Ontario, while
rejecting from her bosom could be seen the
mountains, hills valleys, bays and rivers on
the Canada shore inland for miles The cost
could be plainly seen over stretch of fifty
miles, and so perfect at one time that the for
ests could readily be distinguished The read
er can form some idea Of its grandeur by know
ing that country separated from Rochester by
lake seventy to one hundred miles in width
was, as if suddenly, by the great hand of its
Creator, painted upon the heavens so plain as
to be seen from standing point one hundred
miles distant. Gentlemen present who we're
familiar with the Canada shore could readily
distinguish Rice Lake, Belvidere and other
prominent points i'll Canada The lake
looked as though it had by great tidal
wave rolled upon Rochester, had covered one
entire half of the city, Is no building could be
seen north of Main street, or any land between
the city and the lake
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-20

G.. 4 o. CANAL-Thirty-eight boats left
Cumberland on Tuesday for tide-water, carrying
! lSn TONS of coal rs follows:
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DIED.

In Dumfre- Prince William county, on the
18th instant. Mr. HENRIETTA VI. MER
CHANT, liz the sd year OF her age.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1871-06-21
For the Ropnbllcan.


Oun BAND. For the last two
weeks our Band has paraicd the Streets discours-
ing music sweet enough to soothe any savage, We
have good Band and have a right to be proud of
our native talent, but we don't do our duty by H.
When eighteen or twenty young men are willing
TO sacrifice their own amusement for our entertain
mcnt VIC ought at least do something in evidence
Of our appreciation of their talent and industry.
Our neighboring towns are furnishing their Bands
with uniforms and other equipments, and our
Band is just as good il not little "gooder" than
any Band in the interior of the State at least this
is the verdict of competent judges. We all like
music and Il Is as little as we could well do to
furnish them with the necessary instruments and
music We all desire to see the Band prosper,
and unless We assis, them financially II will event
ually go down. Some of our citizens have con-
tributcd libcrally-cven more than their share
e@. j::aers, who are just as fond of music, and
listen to and enjoy II as often don't contribute at
ALL Now, in order to use all alike and give all an
opportunity to contribute to its support, the Band
will screnade three evenings each week for the
purpose of receiving contributions Then let us
all prove our appreciation ofgood music and make
our Band perfect success and fixed institution
in our town. CITIZEN.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1871-06-21
aflarrird.

On Sunday, June 1th, 1871, by Gro. c. KIRK
Esq, Mr.. DAVID r. PosTLETHwAITE to
Miss SARAH ANN SMILEY both of Brady
township, Clcnrfcli county.
On June 9th, 1871, by Rev. W. NJ. BURouFIrLD
Mr.. +. F. SHAW, of Goshen township, to Mrs
MELISSA f. sTAMBAUGH, of Curwensillc.
On April 18th, 1871, by Rev. l.. G. MERRILL,
Mr.. J. c. WALTER, OF fwostmorcland county, Pa,
to Miss LAURA j. OGDEN, of Brady township,
this county
In Philipsburg, at the residence of the brides
father, CHESTER MrNsoS Esq, on the 18th instant,
by Rev. r. Il. WILSON, Mr.. L. @. LINGLE, of
osceoln to Miss GERTIE MUNsON.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1871-06-21
educational.
CLEARFIELD ACADEMY.
A Male and Female High School
Each Department Distinct and Complete
In Itself.

TNHE FOURTH sKssros Of the present scholastic
l. year Of this Institution viii commence ON
MONDAY, the lst day Of May. 1871,
Pupils eah enter at nny time. They will be
charged with tuition FROM the time they enter to
the close Of the Session.
The course Of instruction embraces every thing
included in thorough, practical and accomplish
ed education for both sexes.
TERMS or TUITION.
0rthograpby, Reading, Penmanship, Primary
Arithmetic Primary Geography, and Pencil
Drawing, per Session IN wceks)....,...... IS 90
drammar, Local Descriptive Geography,
Map Drawing, History, Mental and Writ
ten Arithmetic and Pencil Drawing...... SO 90
Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Men
suration, Surveying, Natural and Moral
Philosophy, Geology, Physiology, Chem
istry, Rhetoric, Physical Geography. Book
Keeping, Botany and Pencil Drawing. 50 90
Latin, Greek and French. with any of tho
hbove brnnehes...,.",......, ..,.,......."""..s12 90
Pearl or oriental Painting. ga lessons ..... ~ 90
Monoehromatic Painting, ga lessons)...... 10 90
Crayon Drawing, "a lessons )............... 10 90
Fancy Hair Work, ga lessons) ......"-... 70 90
%
Instrumental Music, $50 lessons. )..""...... 10 90
rs-No deduction will be made for absence.
Students from distance can be accommodated
with boarding at low rates.
Any one not a member Of the school can receive
private instructions in any of the ornamental
branches.
For further particulars inquire of or address
Rev. p. L. HARRISON, A. NJ,
Feb. 2, 1s7O.tf. Principal.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1871-06-21

SNAKE RoMASoE.-Col. Willis met with obi
Of romance" last week while crossing Moorei
ridge, on the way to Ferguson's Valley As h,
was driving leisurely along he observed larg,
black snake in the road, just far enough ahead tC
allow him room to turn out but the carriage run
ming over his snakeship's tail, he doubled up, be
came entanglcd in the spokes, and after going
round twice landed in the vehicle beside the Col
who, not liking his passenger, left him in undis
puted possession. The snake having rctreated to
tho ground he was despatched and found to meas.
ure nearly six feet Le,eis,oion Gar,tfe,
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1871-06-21
NEW WASHINGTON ACADEMY,
G. W. INNES, A. NJ, Principal.

i commence on Monday, the 18th day of May
next Term, five months
Pupils may enter at any time, and will be
charged tuition from the tms they enter until the
closo of the session. Tho course Of instruction
will embrace all branches Included in thorough
practical education for both sexes.
Vocal Music taught whom desired.
Good boarding can be obtained at
THREE DOLLARS PER WEEK.
Parents can be assured that the ability and
energies of the Principal will be devoted to the
mental and moral training of those placed under
his charge
Ssa- Terms Of Tuition will be moderate. and
can be ascertaincd by addressing DR.. J. lnnes, al
New Washington, or the Principal, q. W. Innes
at Appollo. Armstrong county, Pa, but who will
be at New Washington after April LIST.
New Washington, March 22, 1S71-tf.