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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04
FI.>:s.,.cI.aL q CO.n.KERCLAL.

ALEXANDRIA MARKET, April 4.--The mar
ket for Wheat is inactive; no prime samples on
Change; offerings Of 1900 bushels red, with sales
at l25 145, $50 and 1853 for inferior to good sam
plcs. Corn is active and firm; offerings of $50
bushels mixed and $50 eff yellow, with sales Of
th. former ut -, 10 and ~, and Of the latter at
- for dam aged. Oats are active Ut an advance
sales of 43l bushels ut ID, 50 - and GO
FISH MARKET arrivals OF Fish ut the
FISH whurvcs to-day were Eot quite so numcr-
Gus, owing in part to adverse winds From
Walters landing there were brought up in one
cargo ubou. 5000 Herring, and from Beasley' 5
another cargo of Al, 0O0. The arrivals Of Shad
reached about 5000 Herring sold ut 9nSlO 81
per thousand and Shad at DaS22 % per hun
drcd Bunch Fish are selling nj Bic for Rock
and 2jc for Perch. There have been II few sales
Of barrrlcd Herring ut Sass j0-the former price
IL commission merchants No Shad have yet
been packed owing to high prices.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04
NON-EXPLOsIVE COAL OIL Lam
PERKINS l. HOUSES PATENT.

Having received the agency for the above IL
this section Of the State | respectfully rc4urs:
the public to call and examine the same. They
are absolutely safe from breaking and being con
structed on the principle Of Sir Humphrey Dn-
yy's safety lamp, cannot explode Mr.. W. Il.
for the State Of Virginia, writes:
Il have used ono Of Perkins u Houses Nom
Explosive Kerosene Lamps for more than II
MONTH Before trying it, l took it to piece: and
saw that it WAS constructed on the principle of
Davy's safety lamp, and that with proper use No
flame could possibly find admission to the lamp,
although it may be filled with explosive gas and
lighted while in that condition. Ny Use Of it ha>
confirmed my good opinion OF the lamp, and
intend substituting it throughout my house for
the dangerous lamp now in use. l cons idrr the
invention an important contribution to the safety
Of persons and property
For sale ut Is King street, Alexandria, Va;
feb S-eo3m +. j. MILLER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04
ICOMMUNIC.ATED.

Mr.. Editor: was much interested hy the
advice that ~ Martyr to Late Hours rive
to young men, published in yesterdays Ga
zettc and if she will pardon TIL, expression
| will sly her head i level. and If she will
send me her card | will do myself the hon
on Of calling upon and thanking her for
such good advice and promise to leave at ur
before 9 ~ D. IN. The go home at ten clock
system. sthut she advocates rcmindsi me of Il
little episode in my llt \ lew years sine
I. one evening. called upon Il yomg lady
living near my place of business and VA.
so pleasant y entertained that took III note
Of time save that it pissed. until [ was sud
denly reminded of it by the gentleman Of
the house coming into the room. with I light
in his hands, informing Inc that he would
show me to my ROOM thanked him. but
told him ! was compelled To return home:
and salninerlng out some EXCUSE about not
knowing how late it WI: tnu: my leave.
The door closed after me with Il bnng! 1t
was raining :; little ana was as dark as The
rack where | left my horsc-but horrors
the horse, having no doubt become Disguised
with me for staying 80 long had broken hi;
bride and gone home.
turned towards the house. but every light
was out. and |, remembering the old gentle
man look when he babe me gooI night.
did not care to ROLLS: him again. So nothing
was left for me t" do except to walk home;
and | assure You that while walking that
four AMI half mile; through muL and
rain had AIN pie time for rejecting upon
the cnormity Ut the crime of keeping lady up
until almost the wee sma hours and then
and there in the mud almost to ny boot tops
Soemny and sincerely promised and ',c1lssed
that ! would never again proIong and even
ing call after TEN O'clock.
Alexandria. Va, April +.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

The President has removed Moses h. GrIn-
nell as naval officer of New York. and appoint
ed ex-Congressman Addison II. Latin in his
place He also displaced Gen. Palmer the
general appraiser of merchandise, and nomlna-
ted ex-Congresslnan Darling for the office
These changes are made in pursuance OF pro-
gramme agreed on by the radical executive
committee of New York ito harmonic and
consolidate the party in New York.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

By the imposition upon the people OF
heavy taxes reduction is being effected in
the amount Of the public debt And this
is made constant subject of ''gloriication"
by the Radical leaders-as if it was brought
about solely by the superior wisdom of the
Administration. Why not let the tax paving
people of the country have 4 little share of
the praise? High tariff AMI heavy taxes
do the work
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

If when "Ku Klux'' in Congress, is over St.
Domingo is to be taken, why not let something
else be thought of. to keep the mill i'll motion
Washington. it is Supposed is L pleasant place
to live in, especially in the Spring months, and
the members of Congress get salary large
enough to Day .'eXpenSes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

The Washington Patriot predicts that while
u great deal Of money will be taken out of
the Treasury to pay the new officers ap-
pointed to investigate the claims of South
ern Unionists against the government, for
losses during the late war. not one dollar
Of the claims themselves will ever be really
paid. This will depend upon future CON
siderations, if the Radicals retain power
but it il quite probable they will not be
paid
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

The annual sale of the choice of tables at the
Corn Exchange in Baltimore, took place yes
terday There was large attendance of the
members and the bidding was very spirited.
The first choice WAS taken by Messrs, Israel NJ.
parr 4 Son at 500, and the aggregate amount
of the premium paid was S4.7oO, which is
some 81 800 more than the tables brought last
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

1t cannot be that the present reign OF ter
ror will continue much longer in Paris. II
the Government of Versailles does not, or can
not suppress it speedily, considerations Of safety,
and danger Of serious complications, will prob
ably induce all interference from another
quarter
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

At the Annapolis municipal election yester-
day, the Radical ticket for Mayor, Alder
men, &c. was elected by from 10 to II MAORI
ty, with the exception of Judge Tuck. the
Democratic candidate for Councillor, and Han,
DIV, Democrat, for Alderman, who Were elected
by t majority. Annapolis wtS Radical
last fall by over 20 majority.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

The advance in the price of Virginia securi-
ties in New York since the passage of the
funding bill by the General Assemby,is beyend
expectations The State bonds on Saturday at
noon had advanced to % and "a. This is a
good indication of the confidence felt abroad in
the good faith Of Virginia, as We'll as in her
ability to promptly pay her interest when it falls
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04
NEWS OF THE DAY.
''T6 sho,c the rf,y age and Jmly W'tte Times

DR.. Ii. Lancet Everett, shot and killed
Henry Switzer in New Orleans Everett fired
two shots at Mr.. Strnghard, Switzer broth
erin law 1t is alleged that Everett wrote al
insulting letter to SwitZers wife. The injured
husband threatened to cowhide Everett. who
shot him on sight
Some IIaytan merchants have purchased
the steamer Hornet Her crew has gone to
New York. Captain Hudson and his mate.
Disguised with the incfficency Of the leaders
Of the expedition, have also gone to New
York.
1t is believed that the report Of the fearful
boiler explosion at McCalrs distillery, Brown
county, Ohio, was hoax. The steamboats,
that have come from that locality have no III
formation of the disaster.
\ tornado occurred on Sunday at Dubuque,
Iowa, which partially unroofed thu large agrl-
cultural warehouse Of AmsIcn, Parker Il Writ.
and did other damage
The strike among the employees Of the :alt
manufacturers at Syracuse New York ha; be-
come general Three thousand men are now
out OF work.
A wrecking company has recovered 500 bays
r.. 4 last
,noaL, ~ ~ r,>,,ou h"u Man. yorl. h.. ~.
sinking Of the barge Sturtevant.
Since the lst of March there has been All in
crease Of tb;rtv-tive wbiskev distilleries in the
United States There are now 32G in opera
ton producing 2lI $50 gallons daily.
The Z. $. Supreme Court yesterday decided
in case for the recovery of income tax paid,
that the Judicial othcels Of the States are ex-
empt from Federal taxation
1t is denied from Washington that orders
had hoon ;.cnad hv tina Navv Departmeut tu
IT, Int = n,n'hnr ~. vnssrls far So, service,
y ~ U-.lI:., r. u.,.tor ro,Lrr,,
+: IT, ConAllng, SUI, VI '0e''"''' '""N,'''s'
OF New orH, dleu suddenly Yesterday III Ne"
Orleans OF congestion OF the Drain.
Charles Lennox Remond, coored, has been
appointed Inspector of the Boston Custom
House.
The Jewish Passover commences ,n.,uor,,,w
evening
Tho ., a., ,,r Na,;.,,,l ,,,
~ t.iI n n,,H NV, ,''''''''' ''''
sc''ei''S 'oiou''e1 " S''' '''' ~"
D,op,,r,, Trp,,,y,r,or INV MN, r,,,
~. "s r, :, '"A N''"
lRou bLh'-ih nose BEST informed as 10 the
present condition OF the anthracite coal Difficult
ties in Pennsylvania express the belief that
thew are nearly at an end and believe that coal
,n;n;no will lo f,,ll,, ro,,,uol l., ,ho 1o.l, -
W. ~, y '"' '''1 III
slant. Inc fhiadelpha Ledger says:
Though no direct concession will DC made
by either the operators or the miners on the
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

WHITE GOODS DEPA RT NJ f n 7
Irish Linens Muslins, Cuinbrics, Towels, Hand
kerchicis, &c
FANCY GOODS ARTM + Mt
All the novelties of the season.
CENTS FURNISHING Goods
Large cheap and attractive stock.
LADIES' Flu RMS II \ q GOODS
OF every description, ut low figures.
HOSIERY AND GLOVE DEPARTMENT
An extraordinary stock, choice and cheap.
RIBBONS AND E N ROIDERIE S
In great variety.
y TION DE p \ r T NJ y y
Complete in every respect.
STATION ERY DEL + II VI
Everything desirable.
CHILDRENS CARRIAGES, REAL HAIR
BRAIpS CURLS Sc.
The price, at which the good: above specified
are offered to the trade are worthy Of careful
consideration.
lzs"All goods sold AT New York jobbcr> low
CHAS. W GREEN,
ap 4-r,.5t ~ King street.
I:;,andurd and Sentinel. Lcesburg Washington
man, Wurrcnton Index, Piedmont Nirginlan,
Warren Sentinel, Harrisolburg En.errrise,
Page Valley Courier Shenandoah Herald,
charlottesville Chronicle and Shenandoah
Valley. please copy in -pucr.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

In the Senate yesterday, MIR. Blair, OF Mis-
souri, made telling speech on the resolution
Of Senator Sherman instructing the Judiciary
committee to bring in l bill for the suppression
of alleged outrages in the South He made I
fierce onslaught upon the Radical rulers and
their party system Of management IN the
Sauth
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

1t is now said that Messrs Wade, White and
Howe have agreed upon report recommend
ing the annexation of Santo Domingo and it
will be presented to the President to-day. The
President will probably send the report to Con-
gress with message, expressing his views on
the subject
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

The fox hunting did take place at Mr..
Suits, in Maryland. notwithstanding the rainy
day, and lst of April! The members Of the
High Commission enjoyed the OCCASION, and
the Maryland hospitality that was extended to
them,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

The paid FIRE department. in PHILADELPHIA
having superseded the former volunteer system,
one OF the old fire companies, closed its career
by parade, and all agreement to convert the
company into literary society.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

Township elections in Ohio, Kansas, and
Michigan took place yesterday. From returns
by telegraph it appears there were other ques-
tioas:bssides politics, mixed up in these cleo
tioas-sacir aalicenses &c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

A '.<hyster' lawyer in New York, has been
indicted, tried, convicted, and sentenced to I'M
plisonment in the penitentiary for six months,
and tn my Il fine of $50
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04
(DMMl NlI.ATEn.

| have Il lot containing 4%%.4712 square feet. in
which desire to plant - Iinit trees 81 apple
and u peach. The apples ought to be ~ feet
apart, and the peaches set in the same rows, be-
tween. Can some Of the boys or girls tell me
whether can do 50? MrrHIY MrDDLEp.
Alexandria. April t.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

~ nAhiiAohh' ND
These Instruments have been before the pubic
for nearly thirty Years, and upon their eXccllcMc:
alone attained an W.purchased Pre-en.taeAcg.
which pronounces them unequaled. Their
TONE
combines great power, sweetness and lne ehgihg
quality, rs well rs great purity OF lntonalolS
and sweetness throughout the entire scale Their
TOUCH
is plant and elastic, and entirely free from the
stiffness found in So many Pianos
IN WORKMANSHIP
they are unequalled, using none but the yu:y
best seasoned material, the large capital employ
cd in our business enabling US 10 Keep conIi!lV-
ally an immense stock Of lumber, &c, on hand
Me"All our SQUARE PIANOS have Our
New Improved Overstrung Scale and the AZ
ratir Treble.
Nf,-Wc would call special attention t" our
late improvements in GRAND PIANOS All
SQUARE GRANDS, Patented Aug. IA. lo1,
which bring the Primo nearer perfection than hs.
yet beenattainrd.
Erery Piano fully Warranted for Fire Icay'
We have made arrangements for the Sol;
Wholesale Agency for the most celebrated AR
LOR ORGANS and MELODEONS, which We
offer wholesale and retail, at lowest factory price,
WM kNABE j. Co.
nov l4-cofiu Baltimore, Nd.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN.

Notice is hereby given, That OH "Wednesday,
the Sd day Of May, 1871, that being the third day
Of the May term ot the County Court Of Princ:
William county. application will be made to the
said County Cour, to appoint five ~ disinterr-!-
ed frcchoders, who, or any three or more o.!
whom, shall constitute board TO ascertain "
just compensation to the owners Of land upon
the line of the improvement of the Potomac
Railroad Company, within the said county O.:
Prince William for such OF the said lands aye
proposed to be taken by the said company for Il.
purposes. TIE POTION AZ H. X "
By PETER V. DANIEL, DR.,
nn 2-4w President Potomac K i. CN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

\ daring attempt WAS made Yesterday to rob
the Central Park Savings Bank, New York -
Three men entered the bank and after lock-
ing the front door bound and gagged the
paving teller Mr.. Ellison Dr. Hudson. one
of the directors. finding the door locked broke it
open when the burglars fled through the rear.
and escaped
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

The Ku-Klux debate continues in both
houses of Congress:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

TIE ''WIcKEDEsT MAN :" ESTATE From
the New York Tribune. I>t inst. John Allen.
of Watershed fame. died on the 10th Of last
September. leaving real estate in New Cham
bcrs street valued at &30WW. When Allen
was young man he lived with 4 woman whom
he never married, but who bore him a son
now ten years old. Allen left this woman and
married another. by whom he had son now
nine years old. The two boys are at present
living with their grandfather, Mr. Allen, AT
West Perth Fulton county. in this State.
Judge Cardozo granted an application yester-
day to have 4 guardian al lltem appointed ior
the youngest or Legitimate son. amt appointed
Samuel Chandler guardian. 1t is said that Al
len Just before his death drew up Il will divid-
ing his property equally between the two boys.
but he did not execute it. nor can it be found
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04
ItOMMUNIC.ATED.

.AsrIIMA.-'I'he following is said to be Il rem
edy for this painful disease Take a vial that
will hold tables poonfulls of water. into which
put IN grains of lodide Of Potassium table
Spoonful Is dose take at bed time
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

RENT--Thc BRICK DWELLING
Eg3:;: No 32i King street. recently occupied by
Ct. :. Martin. On the prousc- ARE light large
rooms besides Kitchen and servants, room also,
Il cnmlnodnu> smoke house. and u large yard
bordering OF the street. Apply to
an 3-ru:,t VIM GREGORY
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

AMERICAN SnGpp1NG-Th Boston Board
of Trade, adopted yesterday resolution that
the construction of steamships and sailing YES
sells at low cost should be promoted by the
riff of duties upon foreign imports. and upon
articles of foreign production entering into their
constructions and that all articles of foreign pro-
ducion needed for subsistence on board of YES
sells engaged in foreign trade, and in the sailing
or repairing Of steamships or sailing vessels
should be allowed to be withdrawn free of duty
from bonded warehouses: that vessels of foreign
construction or under torei On flag which may
be purchased or owned by citizens of the t. s.
should be entitled to register under the laws
and protection Of the flag Of the L. s.: and in
making contracts for mail service preference
should be given to vessels owned by citizens Of
the T.. S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

SINGULAR WILI.-The late Mr.. Marsh.
an old bachelor of Passa;c village. y. j..
who died recently leaving s400, 900. without
any near relatives, has bequeathed much of
his property to his six horses, or to be used
for their maintenance and comfort. In ad-
dition to leaving his farm Of eighty acres
for their exclusive support, and putting aside
$500 Year for the welfare of each horse.
he has provided for guardian of them at
4 salary of 81 POO per annum Two gentle
men are also named in his will who shall
receive $4,000 each to see that his wishes
are strictly carried out. At the end of ten
years the farm is to be sold. and the distant
relatives of the queer philosopher are to
receive the old man fortune. Or what is left
of it,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04
alI !
CARRIAGES! CARRlAG

CARRIAGES! CARR AGES!
Fifty Carriages from the best iarcory in the
United States, ranging in price from 50 80 TO $50.
acG~ Every Carriage warranted substantial
and II prices lower than they can be bought
North S.,uth.
CHAS W. GREEN,
ap rujt IT King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

The largest store, largest stock, and cheapest
goods in the State
QUICK SALES AND SMALL PROFITS.
Goods arriving duly in great quantities, und are
both attractive and cheap.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04
NOTION HOUSE.
NEW GOODS TO ARRIVE TODAY 81
THE NEW YORK STEAMER

The grandcst stock Of the choicest goods ever
offered in this market, at prices lower than eve!
before. Having made my purchases with vie"
to m active trade, can confidently assure con
sumers that their interests will be consulted b.
making their selections at
GREEN'S NOTION HOUSE,
ap:, ii King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1871-04-04

nov l4-cOti!l
The Louisianian. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1870-1871, 1871-02-02
Fifth BAYS PFsesaiinss.
HoUa OF REsazszxrArrwl
Friday, January 6, 1871. (

The House met pursuant to adjourn
ment
Speaker Carr in the chair,
The roll was called, and the following
members responded to their names:
Mesrs- Carr, Abel, Adolphe, Antoine,
Baker, Barker, Barrow, Belot, Bentley,
Bickham, Blunt, Bowen, brewster, Brous-
sard, Brown, Bryan, Buchanan, Bucking-
ham, Burch, Butler, Carter, Cochran,
Crawford, Darby, Darinsburg, Davidson,
Davis, Devices. Ellis Faulkner, Floyd,
Fonteieu, Gaddis. Gardner, Garstkamp,
P. Harper, W. Harper, Hampstead, Hus-
The Louisianian. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1870-1871, 1871-02-02
Fourth Days Proceedings.
House. OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Thurstlay, january 5, 1871. !

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE, }
Thursday, January 5, 1871. !
The House met pursuant to adjourn
ment Speaker Carr in the chair.
The roll was called, and the following
named members responded to their
names
Speaker Carr, Abel, Adolphe, Antoine,
Baker, Barber, Barrett, Barrow, Belot,
Bentley, Blunt, Bowen, Brewster, Brous-
sard, Brown, Bryan, Buchanan, Buck
inghnm, Burch, Butler, Carter, Craw-
ford, Darby, Darinsbury, Davidson, Da-
Wis, Demas, Devices, Durio, Ellis, Faux
ner, Floyd, Fonteieu, Gaddis, Gardner,
Garstkamp, P. Harper, W. Harper,
Hampstead, Huston, Hyams johnson,
Kearson, Kenner, Killen, Kinsella, La
Sainiere, Laurent, Llambias, H. Lott,
J. Lott, Lynch, Mahoney, Marvin. Mat
thews, McCarty, Mcfarland, Meadows
Moncure, Morphy, Moncure, Morris, Muir
ray, Nelson, Ong, Oplatek, Otto. Overton,
Pond, Quinn, Raby. Riley, Ringgold,
Sartain, Schumacher, Souer, Stamps,
Stanton. Stevens, Stinson, Tatman,
Thompson, Tounoir, Tureau6, Ulman,
verrett. Wand, Washington of Assump-
ton. Washington of Concordia, Waters,
Wheyland, E. Williams, II. Williams,
Wilson, Worrall, Yorke, Younger.
Quorum present 4
Prayer by Rev. Mr.. Armistead
The journal was read and approved.
The Speaker announced that, by
authority of the rules governing the
House, he had appointed the following
officers ..... t ..,,
Minute Clerk, J. Magnetic |; Assistant
Sergeants-at-Arms, W. s Mudgett and
Thomas 8. Kelly.
By permission, Mr.. Bowen, of Orleans,
introduced the following resolution, which
was read under q suspension of the rules
and adopted rs. ~.
Resolved, That the special House COM
mittee appointed to examine the books
and accounts of A Dubuclet, State
Treasurer, be authorized to employ an
expert i'll lieu of q clerk, and that his per
diem be fixed at the same rate prescribed
for the enrolling clerks
By permission, Mr. Brown, of Assem-
sion, introduced the following resolution,
which was read under o suspension of