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The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-02-21
Gvsning State Sournal.

We are glad to see that our Representa-
tives are being aroused to an appreciation
of the 1exigency by which Richmond and
Virginia are surrounded, and the necessity
for comforting upon them at once, by just
and liberal legislation those great blessings
that they should have long since derived
from that source. The large majority
which was given in the House yesterday,
in favor of the bill for the construction of
tho all-rail line between this city, and
Washington or Philadelphia, is most
suspicious omen in the history of this
Commonwealth and can but cheer the
hearts of our people, 1t indicates that
old fogyism, with, its aniquatea ideas, is
being rapidly thrown aside, and that the
car of progress will be the one upon which
we are to travel in future. a. r,. '.s,o
The Senate, we know, isa body of sa-
gaeity and liberal views, full of love for
the State, and will not be long in confirm
ing the action taken by the House. The
false philosophy that is rung into the cars
of the public, by a few of the journals of
this State, on this subject, is quite astonish-
ing. But they stand in the relation to their
friends of angels visits, ''few and far be-
tween" and are growing "small by de-
grees and beautifully less" The great
public clamor in favor of the measure is
growing with each succeeding day.
The Wing of this morning, with a most
sensational heading, says s'the terminus Of
the Danville road is to be at Philadelphia
instead of Richmond, and both the lines Of
railroad through our State are TO be run in
The interest Of that city and its remorseless
corFordtion." The italics are ours, and
cover the language to which we wish to
call attention. We ask, how on the face
of the earth, can this state of things occur
under the restrictions that have been in
serted into the bill. We refer the public
to its provisions. These latter all look to
preventing a, discrimination. in favor Of
through travel and freight over local.
If, then, bale of cotton can be brought
from the Oarolinas to Richmond at the
same rate per mile as it can be carried to
Philadelphia, is it hot reasonable to sup
pose that it will stop in Richmond if there
are purchasers for it? Only deficiency
OF these latter can makeit go, to Philadel-
phia.. But purchasers will not be long
wanting. Manufacturers finding that it
can be purchased for less in Richmond
than in Philadelphia, and seeing the great
superiority in the natural facilities offered
by Richmond for manufactures, will not
beYlong in engaging iu business 10 our
city. Thus its growth in wealth and pop
uiation and industry will begin at once
under this single influence. .3s' ,ar'r 81
We have a fine, harbor for shipments, or
they may exchange their articles Of fner--
chaudise for others coming over the Chesa-
peake and Ohio railroad, and James river
and Kanawha canal from the great North
west. Thus we will soon be able to
exclaim, in the exuberance of our spirits
"Long live Richmond and Old Virginia J"
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2
REPRESENTATIVES, of the Northwestern
States think that the settlement of our
claims will involve the cession to the
United States of the British country
northwest of Lake Superior, and that the
flag of England will very shortly disappear
from this continent, This surmise has
commercial as well as political significance.
With the cession of British America fades
away the last apprehension thatany trans
continental railway will ever be built
northward of the North Pacific When
the Southern Pacific has had its equal
rights with the Union and North, and
each section of the country has been fairly
and evenly dealt with, Congress is done
with land grants. Even did the topogra-
ply of the English territories permit it,
this change of title will remove the last
possibility of the building of Pacific
road across their stretch, and the great
valleys of the Saskatchewan, Columbia,
and Red rivers, are absolutely secured as
tributaries aud dependencies of the North
Pacific, to hold to itself, its heirs aud
assigns, forever. Philadelphia Press.
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important to Insurance Companies.
Commissioner Pleasanton approves the deci.
to the stamping renewal receipts on fire in
surance policies, which is to the following
effect: That under The laws of Congress and
the ruling of the department, "aty receipt or
instrument which operates as renewal Of a
policy of insurance is subject to the same tax
as the policy ITSELF" That is. when the time
for which the property,is insured, or time Of
payment has expired, the same amount of
stamps should be used as that required uro
the original policy. When, however, CON
tract for Insurance. is made for specific time
and by the terms Of the policy tho premium is
made payable moathly, quarterly, or other.
wise, during such time, receipts given for such
payments are not required to be stamped.
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THo G,.r,,ITyl 1Tyvy,,, ,,,o,,J.- ! 33rU - ~ .
n me u.e"u 4.eoq"eraoe q, Dd@ q Me
GSesohg0ergT%s tr9.nsa-1he Agar a Complete
ouccess.--I Inc Gesangvereln virginia gave
tneir annua. iasquerade last night, at the
Assemoiy nan itokatingshink). The oces.
sion was inaeea most brilliant one. The
entertainment commenced at about go'cioek !;
ana rom that moment until the p"small hours"
apprpacneu, tne scene was one OF continual
mirtnD pleasHre, froliC,s mad-cap, prank and
grotesqae inn.p Themusic was enlivening, and
unuer ', ine aoie man ement OF Frof. kessnick,
tne lell ana exceiient pand never tired dis
ccourslng ,he grand and inspiring airs OF the
lseueriapq. we pave. never witnessed SO
Paessant seege u hlehmond. King William,
bismarck and Napoleon, were there also
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OBITUARY..

Ripe with years and rich IN the hea. It's of all who
knew him, the subject of this notice has been
gathered by the great reaper, death Marylarder
by birth, but fur many years citizen of Richmond
this friend of his race, WILLIAM MoCRERY died
in the love of his family the 10Th of February at
the age OF seventy four, lesying behind and
place that must live in affections long as the
heart fe-ls gratitude for kind actionss or the sim
certy of friendship endures. The writer of this
humble tribute to his worth, had known him for
thirty years. Few men have lived more beloved
and died more lament,d than he. May the gre IS
grow green over his place of rest as his memory, in
The hearts of all who knew and loved him. ',, 81
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Theatre The curtain rose last night al
this establishment on sea of upturned faces,
more persons finding it convenient to attend
than has been the case for several months pre-
ceeding. The burlesque of John Brougham,
entitled "Much ado about a Merchant of
Venice,"- and the farce of "My precious Bet
sy," constituted the dramatic pabulum pre-
sented on the occasion. The Misses Chapman,
G. B. Bishop. Joseph Parker, Mrs. IL. C.
Chapman, H. G. Curey, Mrs. y. E. Nugent,
and a full company assisted in the eIucidation
of these two offerings. Miss Blanche, Chap
man, whose singing capacities, are much i'm
proved, was as graceful as ever. Miss Ella
was as vivacious as she is accustomed to be.
In the character assumed byaher her rather
scanty raimeut did but lily conceal the chubby
outlines of her youthful but robust iersoliet.
We but repeat the unanimous opinion of all
present when we say that Bishop as "Shy
lock" was superby inimitable and perfectly
original in his uniqueuess. ssNpne but himself
could be his parallel" His appearance on the
stage was the signal for uproarious, applause.
The quiet humor of Joseph Parker, and the
admirable reading of Mrs. Chapman, added to
the enjoyment of the burlesque. In "My
Precious Betsey,'' Mr.. Bishop also appeared
to peculiar advantage and kept his auditors
in good humor all the time, ...s ',.,i
Tonight the same burlesque, with a different
farce, will be offered. r-i ,ao * h ..E4 III
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Murder OF United states marshal.

81. Louis, Feb. 20.--- Ellis L. Jenkins,
United States Marshal for the Eastern dis
trict Of Missouri, and deputy collector for
the second revenue district, was shot and
killed Wednesday night while standing in
the sitting-room of a hotel in New Madrid.
The fatal shot was fred through The win
dow!aeJenkins had had during the day
angry, words with the son of'the sheriff of
New. Madrid county, and it is. said pistols
were drawn, but it is not known whether
this man committed the deed or not. !, No
arrests had been made, at last accounts. :
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The San Domingo Comn,I ssion-safe
Arrival of the Steamer Tennessee,

The steamship North America, from
Rio Janiero, via st. Thomas, arrived at
New York, yesterday morning, las an
nounced in our special telegram yesterday.
evening, bringing news of the safe arrival
ofthe Tennessee at San Domingo. The
following is the substance of the dispatch
forwarded blythe North America:
San Domingo City, February 3.--The
commission arrived here from Samana bay
yesterday. Every one connected with the
party is in excellent health. Aawant of
coaling facilities detained the ship six days
at Samana. 10 The commission found that
the inhabitants Of that peninsuiar generally
favor annexation. A full investigation
made into the ownership of the a,land
around the harbor showed that no United
States official is involved in any private
transaction there whatever. gt 1lat5'
Fabens aud associates and OSuilivan
have a perpetual lease at nominal price
of nearly all the available water front for
the largo vessels around the harhor of
Samana. , ia
There. are no valuable minerals in that
section. The commission landed here this
morning and, were formally received by
Baez. Mr.. Wade explained the character
of the object. Baez and cabinet gave a.
cordial welcome. Baez said peace and
stable government would follow the union
with the United States. The people were
all anxious for union. Cabral had no Do
minicans with him. The commanders of
the force he was supposed to command
were Haytens, and Hayti was, the. real
mover in the whole matter. ..,5 81. 4,ig II
He had information that an incursion
was to be made while the commission was
here to influence them, and from his agents
had learned the whole movement. He ex-
pressed the hope that the Commissioners
would examine all classes, audpronnised to
extend every facility Five Of the party
came across the Island from Samana to
this place. The Commission find thus far
no appearance of, public disturbances, or
dissentions. The season is very healthy.
The officers and crews of the United States
steamers Tennessee, Nantasket and Yantic,
now in this barbar, are all we'll. The Conn
mission will be here a week longer, and
will probably visit Azua next week. The
stories of trouble there are untrue.
The Commission intend to start home in
about four weeks Tonight Baez agreed
to give a safe conduct to Gabriel or any Of
his officers to come here and meet the
Commission, and messengers will be dis
patcned at once. q tyfcttFt y 81 d atf III
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The Washington Carnival

Was inaugurated at half-past six o'clock
yesterday morning, and at that hour, says
dispatch from that city, the streets were
astir with throngs of people The dispatch
further says:
The city gas lamps have each been furnished
with seven burners, and the whole length of
Pennsylvania avenue is hung with row of
Chinese lanterns one foot apart. Most of the
houses are decorated with flags and parti-
colored cloths. Streamers and flags were dis
played from various points, and three bands
stationed on different portions of the avenue
discoursed music.
The crowd was very great, lining the side
walk from Fifteenth street to the Capitol, and
filling the many hundreds of permanent and
improvised balconies. From an elevated point
the tout ensemble was one of great novelty and
beauty. All the visitors expressed disappont-
ment with the character of the exercises. So
far fewer masks have appeared than one may
see in the first half hour of Harmonic ball.
Although great care was taken to keep the
Avenue roadway clear, and thousands of eyes
were directed to see the sights, nothing has
been seen up to o'clock except the usual We
hicles and drivers that drive upon the Avenue
upon the afternoon of every fair day, and a
procession that is inferior to half the civic
professions of Washington in the past twenty
years.
There are upon the5Avenue, however, ,,some
10000 people, incl adin& 3Q, 900 veil dressed
ladies This gives $tla Afsi Us N g9aly lively
aspect. &. 2 'essss eyss.' ~ ss's Ss ses
Quite aAlarge pamber Of az eitjzshs are
in attendance Upon tie caruHal, Expecting
great treat in the asceBessofass oriental
magni6cence" which are to be presented
to their astonished gaze. From the extent
of the preparations We Witnessed during a
short visit last week, we are. inclined to the
opinion that they wilL~feturn home under
the firm conviction That .tiiey have been
the victims Of q ..s.fAsBaa Vt tbe hands of the
Capitoians. "Sich is life."
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Emotional insanity" was what allied
Toledo murderer. He proved that be in
variably had it the worst way when he
found his wife was untrue to him. This is
another new kind. .a,..
The people Of Boston are SO polite they
call their foundling asylum a. "Refuge for
Anonymous Humanity" That's nothing
to Chicago. They have "Ranche" for
babies born on the European plan.
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PURITY, STRENGTH, ECoNoMY--These three
requisites are combined in DooLn's well known
YE.sr Powder: As each ingredient entering into
its composition is free from any deetericns inju-
rio substances, the PuRlTY and full STRENGTH of
each article is guaranteed in the manufacture and
as one pouad Of DooLsY's YEAST POWDER will last a
third longer in culinary depaI tment than the vas
majority of Baking Powders in market II proves
copclusvey that it is the most economical. Con-
veuieutto have in the house, ard universally pro-
duces light and elegant food. l~..- t.
L. hra Gr..c.
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ConHrmutions.

Washington, February 2l.--The Senate
in executive session yesterday confirmed
the following nominations B. NJ. Roberts,
collector of customs, Belfast, Maine
Stephen Longfellows collector of customs,
Machias, Maine. 9ltef Agt+ .tsi T.
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Only so cents to the Tableaux to- night,

another Benedict Last evening at 6
O'Clock. Mr.. l. s. Tower led to the altar Mis- s
EVE Smith, daughter of II. M. Smith,
Egg OF the well known firm of II. M. Smith
The ceremony took place at ST. Paul's church
and was performed by the pastor, Rev. Chas
Minnegerode. The bride was most tastily
dressed in white corded silk, over dress Of
same, veil of white tulIe, and handsome train,
with orange blossoms, diamonds and pearls
There were no attendants. O."
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Commissioners Court. The following
cases were before Commissioner Shields this
morning:
Miles Eacho, charged with Violating the
internal revenue law, was required to give
security in the sum of $500 for bis appearance
before the United States grand jury on the
l4tb of March,
Ellen Welsh, charged with having in her
possession quantity of manufactured tobacco
on which the proper tax bad not been paid,
was admonshed and discharged
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CHURCH DESTROYED BY STORM. -
A severe storm of snow, sleet and wind
commenced in Chicago on the 18th, and
lasted two or three hours The most serious
result ofthe storm was the demolition of the
Oakland Congregational Church, located
about five miles south of the city, on the
lake shore. The church cost over $40, 900,
and is a total wreck
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Briets.--There are plenty-o sbad flies
about Shad are less plentiful, and may be
found at the markets.
To morrow is the I39th anniversary Of the
birth of Washington; also, Ash Wednesday,
an initial point in the religious season of Lent
The chain-gang were at work this forenoon
cleaning up near Ninth and Main streets. The
dirt thus obtained is used to fertiIiza' Monroe
Park.
1t is proposed soon to plant out upwards Of
an hund' ed young trees on the Capitol Square
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The Railroad bill which passed the
House of'Delegates yesterday, was called up
in the Senate to day. The interest in the fate
Of this measure was evinced by the presence of
many Of The House of Delegates, as we'll as nus
merous of. its friends and enemies There
were a great many lobbyists present
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Fines Imposed j. Davis and J. Paine,
arrested on Sunday night last by detective
John Wren, on the charge of selling liquor by
sample without having paid the proper license
as required by the city ordinance, have been
fined $50 and discharged. ,a ~
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assembly HaY-To-night there will be
a grand exhibition of roller skating at the
above place of amusement. Mr.. Mcclure,
considered one of the best skaters in the coun-
try, will be on the floor, besides others. Our
ownfair and beautiful ladies, whose graceful
motions keep time to the music of the band,
will be there in numbers to speed the merry
hours away.
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THoMPsoN's P0MADE opTIME. as dressing
for the Hair is all that is required purely vegetable
and highly perfumed it soitens improves and beau
tiles the HAIR Strengthens the roots, and gives it a
Itch, glossy Appearance. sale by all druggists
Price, 35 aud rs cents per bottle.
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The Public Roads IN Hemico. We are
informed that some ofthe public roads leading
to the city are almost impossible. This is q
serious matter, as it greatly impedes travel,
and often causes scarcity of supplies in the
markets. 1t is hoped that the proper authori-
ties will give it their immediate attention.
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LOCAL NEWS.
" Aunty Joe" Kicks up a "Runipus"
Among the Henrico County
Republicans.

LEWIS LINDSEY ONCE MORE TO THE gEsCUE--
THE cUsToM.HoUsE FAMILY AND THE HON.
CHARLES A. PORTER HEARTILY ENDORSED
EVERYBODY ELSE, INCLUDING THE STATE
JOURNAL" RECEIVES AN UNMERcIFUL CAS-.
TIGATIoN.
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Te Chancery court, Judge Fitzhugh
presiding, was in session to day. The Hastings
court, Judge Guigon, was engaged in the trial
of civil cases. The grand jury of the latter
court assembled and were handed the papers
and witnesses in over dozen Commonwealth
cases.
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A stage was robbed by three highway
men in Sonoma county, California, on
Thursday, of the Wells, Fargo & Co. ex.
press box the passengers were unhurt.
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Mr.. VIM. MCCLURE, who will appear tonight at
the Skating Rink has never had his equal on skates
in this city and as we do not have an opportunity
often Of seeing so goed skater, expect to a
larra cInNd fhera.
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PrJ. ,Corelfs lecture ON "Sign and Sign
Language" will be postponed until tomorrow
evening, wehn it will be delivered in the Hall
of the House OF Delegates.
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The post-office will be closed to r1orrew,
Washngton's birthday, except the usual Sun-
dav hour from 8 to 10 A. M. The carriers will
make their morning delivery as usual.
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The Legislature were in session yester-
day till halfpast six o'clock. This unusual
devotion to work resulted in much good to the
aged apple pie-women of the rotunda, who
disposed OF all their edibles to the hungry
members
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Mr.. Cddis B. Luck has returned from
New York discouraged at the prospect pre-
sented OF getting any remunerative employ
ment there.
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The penitentiary was recruited to-day
by the arrival Of one prisoner in the person of
Branch White alias Walker. sent from Lynch.
burg for grand larceny for five years
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2 SKATING TO oNIGHr at the Rink by MR.. VIM
MCCLURE, considered one of the best roller skaters
in the United States . ,.,
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AUGUST WIENER opened schad's, Hotel this
morning and entertained his friends with splended
lunch. The gods Bachus and Gambra'nues were
toasteI with hearty goodwill. -ia -l.,s-a. ~
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MR.. WIN. MCCLURE will appear tonight at the
Stating Rink. II you wish to see what roller-skst-
Ing is go and SEQ him.
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City Railacay Company The stock-
holders held their annual meeting yesterday.
The Treasurer's report makes the following ex-
hibit.
sNo'Pto ~ 'ho }. UT 70 Dol W
Expenses Tor running the road..........29 20 019 2S
Excess of receipts. sI2 27
The extension to Hol, wood cost SO $50 81. and
the Rockets stable, &C., cost s., ,2ll 90.
Carlos Duttop, Esq, was reselected Presi-
dent and VIM. ii. Haxall, Vice President
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number ofthe most prominent and Influential
Republicans of the City of Richmond and Henreo
County having met few days since after due delib
GRAFTON, resolved ourselves into a committee, and
agreed to call q
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ne Tableaux viyants at Virginia Hall to-
night. -
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hurled into the ocean of political oblivion. So
far as his opposition to the JOURNAL is con-
cerned, we are much better pleased than we
should be to have such troublesome fellow as
an adherent. We remember that "the abuse Of
the wicked is the praise of the righteous"
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"For ways that dark
And for tricks that are vain'
The following notice, in the form of
hand bill, was placed in our hands at late
hour yesterday:
TO THE REPUBLICANS OF RICHMoNDl
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Sic'esn ladies' and tisteen gentlemen will take
part in the Tableaux vivants.