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The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12
PROPOSALS..
USifE6 STATES aAIL
VIRGINIA.
VIRGINIA.
Posr OFrIoE pEpARIMENr, l


WASHINGTON, January 8, 1871.
PROPOSALS will be received at the Contract Office
of this Department until o'clock p. m. of MARCH
l. 1871 ito be decided by the s0th for carrying the
mails of the United States from July lst, 1871 to
June 3oth 1876 the following route in the State
of Virginia and by the schedule of departures and
arrivals herein specified, VIZ
No. 47OO-From Hicksford, by Pleasant Shade, Law
renceville Charlie Hope, White Plains,
Gholsonville, Powellton, Pleasant Oaks
and Ryland's Depot, to Hicksford, equal
to 33 miles and back, twice week.
Leave Hicksford Wednesday and Saturday
at a. M;
Arrive at Hicksfoid d Thursday and Monday
bySp.m.
For forms of proposal, guarantee, and certificate,
and also for instructions to conditions to be en-
braced in the contract &C. advertisement of Sep
tember 30th 1870 inviting proposals for mail service
Iids should be sent In sealed envelopes, super
scrbed SNAIL proposals, state of Virginia" and ad
dressed to the Second Assistant Postmaster General
JNO. A. J. CRESWEIL,
iae-M6w Postmaster General.
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Wall street--Failures Reported.

Reported EccIusiUeIy for The Stafo Journal.
Ne,c York, Jan. 12.-Money easy at I
per cent. Exchange dull at OF /; 60-days,
105.
There were three failures reported upon
the street this morning among stock bro
kers. The following are the names: Eu-
gene Rubens, stock broker for Daniel
Drew, whose failure, it is reported, was
caused by short operations in U. s. bonds.
Leroy Nichols, R. w. Rogers, and George
Henriques are reported suspended, but the
amount involved is said to be small.
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Reported Exclusively for the State Journal.
Washington, January 12.-In the Senate,
House bill providing for holding worlds
fair in Philadelphia on the centennial an
niversary of the declaration of indepen-
dence, was referred to the committee on
foreign relations.
The subject of appointing a committee OF
the two houses, to oconsider the question Of
ocean cables, was then taken up.
. The House resumed the consideration of
the bill to prevent cruelty to animals in
transit. This bill was opposed by Mr..
Swami, because he thought an interference
by the Federal government with the rights
of State legislation. MIR. Archer thought
the bill unconstitutional. Mr.. Scho6eld,
of Pennsylvania, advocated the bill.
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The First Anniversary Of the Young
MEMS PEERLESS Association was held at their
hall last evening, and the following officers for
the ensuing year were elected President, l..
NJ. Lee Vice President, Edward Thompson ;
Secretary, G. A. Gross Assistant Secretary,
Robert johnson, Jr.; Sergeant-at-Arms, d. IL.
Howell Chairman of the Executive Board,
G. A. Lewis Chaplain, Jesse Herndon.
After the meeting, very neat little speech
was delivered by Mr.. W. q. Roane, ex-yice-
President of the association. He spoke of the
hourishing condition of the association. The
members then partook of a sumptuous repast
which had been provided by an energetic COM
mittee appointed for that purpose.
The membership of the association number
seventy-ive, and was organized on the llth
January, 1870.
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LOCAL NEWS.

The 1Heafre.--This is no way for the
metropolitan city of Virginia to get along.
This make-shift manner of doing things Is all
wrong, and something ought to be done to put
stop to it. We must either support perma-
nent theatrical company of firstclass artists
throughoutthe season, or give up all thought of
good dramatic performances. Small country
towns may very well put up with strolIing
troupes; but Richmond should have a soul
above the 'barn" and "booth." We can and
ought to support q good theatre at least five
months in the year; and it is to the best inter.
ests OF the mercantile and other business peo-
pie of Richmond to do it. People, and espc-
cially country people, will go where they can
add amusement to their business. All want to
see the "the.a-tur;" and if we can't supply
them In Richmond, they will go to Baltimore
or Philadelphia. Other communities are wise
in thisregard, and rather than 60 without such
attractions. support theatres out of their own
pockets. We will have to do the same thing
here.
Mr.. Mexican Buchanan's Macbeth was quite
respectable, and 1t gives us pleasure to be able
to say that save his defects of voice, we
have little fault to End. His powerful physique
sets him off to great advantage in the warlike
character of Scottish chief. We. behold
in this descendant of these same chiefs
a Wallace himself reproduced. The Mac
duff was very good, also; and gallantry
lorpioS US 10 say anything but good OF
the lady Macbeth. We have seen Charlotte
Cushman, and she played it much better. The
witches were quite hideous and noisy but the
smallness of their number saved us from very
heavy infiiction. The orchestra performed its
part well, as our orchestra always does. Kes-
nichs band is one of the relieving features at
the theatre no matter how dismal and dull the
occasion may be, it can always impart some
life and soul to it. 1t deserves well of the pub
lie, and we shall hope to see the artist Is remem-
bsred and well paid before the season closes.
On the whole, while Mr.. Buchanan has
improved upon further acquaintance, and
seems to be pretty good interpreter of
Shakespeare, though he was such wretched
Richelieu; yet the majority of the stock which
support him are the veriest "sticks" we have
ever seen upon any stage.
AS one of the actors announced the bill for
tonight and the balance of the week, clad in
mail and armed cdp-apis, there is no necessity
for US to make the announcement here that
Shakespeare's immitable play ''rhe Merchant
of Venice" will be the main attraction to-
night, with Mexican B. as Shylock, and we
won't do it-for we fear bis Shylock will be too
much after the fashion of his Richeleu. In.
the afterpiece he will appear as Sir Charles
Coldstream in the amusing petite comedy of
"Used Up" which was one OF Dion Bou-
cieault's favorite pieces.
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AMUsE M ENTs.
Nj ETROpoLITAN HALL.

METROPOLITAN HALL.
Remember, the last chances you will have to see
the beautiful exhibition of the PILGRIM will be
THIS WEEK
TWO GRAND MATlNEEs will be given for Ia
dies and children WEDNESDAY and SATUR
DAY EVENINGS, January 1lth and l4th, at 8 p. NJ
Price to the gallery reduced ia 25c
Il. WARREN Manager.
Commencing EVERY NIGHT ~. ja94t
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Death Of DR.. Roberts. DR.. VIM. Fl.
Roberts was shot through the heart and killed
in Liberty, Bedford county, yesterday, by w.
w. johnson, son of ex-State Senator J. Foote
johnson, of that place. The dispute, which
resulted in this tragedy, is said to have been
about dog. DR.. Roberts was well known in
Richmond, having been, prior to 1861, con-
nected in business with DR.. VIM. B. Pleasants,
of Governor street. At the beginning OF the
war he joined the third company of Richmond
Howitzers, in which be served till its close
He settled in Alexandria about FIVE years
since, and practiced his profession with success
till about eigh months since, when he removed
to Liberty, Of which place, we believe, he was
native, DR.. Roberts had friends wherever
known.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

The Catholics and Victor Emanuel-O
friends of this religious persuasion will have
their proposed meeting this evening at St.
Peters Cathedral at ~ o'clock, to denounce
the conduct of the King of Italy in his recent
dealings with the Holy Father, and especially
in his seizure of Rome and the other Papal
patrimony. The meeting will be participated
in by all the Catholics OF this city, and will
consequently be large and influential: Bishop
McGill will preside. Several distinguished
speakers are expected to be present. Mayor
Kelley, James H. Dooley, Esq, and others
will address the meeting. The committees of
the different churches will report to the gem
eral committee of arrangements at the Oathe-
dral this evening.
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Edacetionat.-The lecture Of N. A. CAL
kins, Esq, assistant superintendent of public
Icnoois y OF New York city, in the hall of the
attended, evincing the deep interest felt here
IN educational matters. The sshistory and
of object teaching were thoroughly
reviewed and ventilated; and under the per-
'uaslve eloquence of Mr.. c., "object teaching"
was made to appear as very important ad-
unct to the acquisition of knowledge, either
BY the young or old.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

TIE Charleston Is. C.) Republican tells
Of the murder of Trial Justice in Spar
tanburg county last week by Kuklux, and
says that many Republicans sleep in the
woods for fear of like visitations.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

Progressing. building being erect
ed on 9Th, between Grace and Franklin streets,
to be used for roller skating, by Messrs. 7. A.
Brander & Co., is nearly completed, and will
be somewhat Of an ornament TO that portion
of the city. The building is one hundred and
twenty feet long by fifty broad, the floor is
we'll laid, and by tomorrow night week it is
supposed that the hall will be. opened in style.
Success to the enterprise-it gives strength to
the limbs, grace to the carriage, and brings
the roses of health to the cheeks of both girls
and boys
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Treasury Sales of Gold.


Ne,o York, January 12.-The Secretary
Of the Treasury has accepted bids for one
million dollars in gold to be sold by the
government. To-day there we're twenty
seven bids, amounting iu aggregate to
$3,091, 500, at prices ranging from Ito to
110s. The award will be made at about
from 1103 to 1105.
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DIR. L. ooNGDoN, the Indian physician, claims to
have successfully treated quite number of patients
in this city, and we hear of those who testify to tue
fact 1t is fortunate that there are many physicians
with different systems of practice for the cure Of
almost endless diseases. The Doctor s confident of
the merits of his mode of treating the sick, and
invites those afflicted to consult him aud Judge for
themselves Of his ability TO cure. He can be found
at his office in Manchester next to the post-oaice,
aud may be interviewed" during the day or even.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

HARPER's BAZAAR, in its last issue, has
a complete account from "Our own cor
respondent" of the Presidents New Years
reception That is newspaper enter
prise" with a vengeance. The President
will probably have reception next year.
The excellent description can then be used
again, and perhaps be as good.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

THE Atlanta (Ga) Nsso Era says the as
sumption by the opponents Of Grants
administration that his popularity is wan
ing, is predicated upon reasons too trivial
to merit serious attention.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

JoUvEN's INoDoKoUs KID GLOVE CLEAN
ER.--By its aid gloves be quickly and repeated
ly cleaned and made equal to new; even when badly
soied they be readily restored 1t is easy of ap-
plicaton and ia perfectly free from any odor. For
sale by druggists and fancy goods dealers Price, rs
cents bottle
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

Briefs.--Judge Crump having concluded
MS speech for the appellant in the case of
Chahoon VS.. the Commonwealth, the case has
6een taken under advisement by the Supreme
The contested election case for certain CITY
U. s. Circuit Court on the 10th instant
james Ray, ofFranklin county, and Stepben
Chaney, of Patrick county, were tried before
Judge Underwood, in the United States Dis-
trlct Court, to-day, for Illicit dihilinR in their
port closed.
BenJamin Clarke, of Wcstnioreland county.
was examined before United States Commits
sioner jenkins to-day, for Illicit distilino. and
acquitted. "''N
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

Or. " r. R96ner, State Superinten-
gent OF Pu6iic Instruction, thinks that the
Virginia public school system msves on with
surprising vigor, in view of the fact that as vet
not dollar of public money has become avail
sole for Its support. He says the Hampton
Normal and Agricultural School is turning ont
cotored teachers. The Richmond Colored Nor
NAL School, under the supervision of Rev. r.
Al. Manly, is also engaged in the same useful
wofk; Ihere are similar schools in Petersburg
and Norfolk. 1t is believed that tke,e scboofs
are all well managtd: -s-'00''
The superintendent recommends the county
maps now being published in the Southern
Planter by Major Jed Hotchkiss, who has the
skill and materials for them.
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correction. An error occurred in our
report of the proceedings of the Police Court
yesterday. Our reporter made it appear that
Herman Schmidt was brought up on the
charge OF having in his possession lot of iron.
the property of the Tredegar company. Ii
should have been Herman Schwartz, junk
occurred but those who know him personaIlv
had good joke on Mr.. Schmidt. Mr.. Schmidt
is one OF our most worthy citizens, and enjoys
q very enviable reputation for honesty and
integrity throughout the city.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

Marine Disaster. The sooner Mag
nolia, Captain Mclaughlin, of Norfolk, from
Philadelphia, bound to this city with load of
coal, struck ON the Sand Shoals at midnight of
Sunday last, in snow storm, and went to
pieces Crew all saved, but much frosted.
Captain Mclaughlin, mate and crew of the
schooner Magnolia, tender their thanks to
Captain Pryor, of the schooner Charlie Miller,
for rescruing them from perilous situation in
an open boat, and for his kindness and atten-
ton to them whilst on board his vessel.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

The Republicans of New York are de-
termined not to be browbeat or intimidated
from attending the Italian meeting. The
Tribune says in one paragraph:
Vice-P President Colfax does not dodge the
question of Italian Unity; and the letter,
printed elsewhere, to the committee having
the approaching celebration in charge, does
him as much honor as any act of his lte
And again:
The meeting of our citizens called for
Thursday evening to express their sympathy
with the people of Rome and of Italy in their
recent reunion, under q government OF their
choice, will be largely attended by those who
care more for human liberty and progress than
for political advancement. Those who attend
are certain to be marked for vengeance J.
wherefore, let US go in such numbers that
whoever suffers for it shall have goodly COM
pany of sympathizers.
So much denunciation has been ieveled at
Italy for this reunion by citizens of countries
whose governments are at peace with her, that
il is important to the peace of the world that
il should be fully understood that nations of
freemen like this will never sharpen bayonet
for the threatened crusade against the rights
of the reunited Italian People. They have
mortal right to this assurance, and it is high
time it we're commandingly given. So let US
all go to the meeting of Thursday evening. =
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

Rs- DR.. HASKELL.-This celebrated physican
has taken rooms at the MONUMENTAL HOTEL,
where those desiring his services will find him. He
the proprietor and vender of many CELEBRATED
MEDICINES, who owe their discovery to his inven
tive genius. SEE NOTICE..
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

The survivors of the Army of Northern
Virginia, (that commanded BY the late Gen
eral Lee, propose to form an association to
perpetuate the memory of various incidents in
the struggle in which they bore part.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

THoMpsON'S PoMADE OPTIME. as a dressing
for the Hair is all that is requred purely vegetable
and highly perfumed it softens, improves and beau
tes the Hair, strengthens the roots and gives it
rich, glossy appearance. or salo BY all druggists
Price, 35 and rs cents per bottle
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is strongly recommended as the best dentfrice
known 1t cleanses and preserves the teeth hardens
the gums, sweetens the breath; and, containing no
acid or gritty substance, is perfectly harmless and
can be used daily with great advantage Sold by al
druggists. Price, rs and so cents per bottle.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

THE Executive Committee of tho State
put in a claim on behalf of the society as the
Legitimate recipient of the whole amount
of the Congressional donation of public lands
for agricultural purposes for the State of Vir-
ginia." committee was appointed TO see the
Legislature on the subject.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

E1ecutiUe. The Governor to-day ap-
pointed the following: Theodore d. Rand.
philadelphia, commissioner of deeds for Penn
sylvania. Notaries PubIic-Frank W. MYERS
and James W. Mcintosh, of Loudon William
7. Atkins, Mecklenburg.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-01-12

F2ow.-Within the past few days the
Gallego Mills Company have shipped to South
America 1877 barrels of -four, and Haxal,
Crenshsw d Co. 2,02l barrels to the same
place.
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M ARsHAL's SALE.

MI ARsHAL's SALE.
BY virtue of writs venditioni exponas issuel from
the clerks Office of the United States District Court
and to me directed, shall proceed to SELL at public
auction, for cash, TO the highest bidder, on
WEDNESDAY, THE 25rH DAY OF JANUARY, 1871
in the store-room of the Custom House, at Norfolk
Virginia. at IL o'clock A. NJ the following property,
to wit
10 barrels WHtSKEY,
barrels DISTILLED SPIRITS
/ barrel HIGH WINES,
spackagss APPLE BRANDY,
kegs LAGER BEER and
empty SPIRIT CASKS.
ALSO,
boxes and caddies MANUFACTURED TO.
BACOO.
Persons desiring to purchase are invited to be
present,
Dated Norfolk, Va. Jan. H. 1871
DAVID B. PARKER,
U. 8. Marshal.
By JOHN w. FARRELL,
jal2-tds Deputy.
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Schoolmaster, ito Spasum's boy, at the
foot who got licked on the previous round J
"What are understood by the common Eng
lish branches q Red-hot boy, with yell,
"Beech, birch, and maple, all begins with
~
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Relief Fund-Mayor Kelley received
this morning check for $3.50 from the Vir.
ginia flood relief committee of Memphis, Ten
nessee.
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Conriet.-Alexander Holland. colored,
was received at the States Prison for a wear
to-day, from Nansemond county, for an at
temptat rape.
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Ihe beautiful panorama of Bunyan's
Pilgrims Progress will exhibit three more
evenings in Richmond, with matinee Satur-
day, about 2 clock.
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A lecture will be delivered tonight at
the Second Baptist Church, BY Professor Hol-
combe, on the life and character of General
Lee
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Dicorce Gronted.-On Tuesday decree
mond, Judge Fitzhugh presiding, divorcing
Barbara Bartlink from the bed and board of
her husband, Henry Bsrtink. The suit was
entered on behalf Of the female plaintiff by A.
Noise, Jr., Esq, the alledged grounds being
adultry and cruelty. These grounds were
deemed sufficiently proved by the Judge to
warrant the judgment given.
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The James River and Kanawha Canal
VIRGINIA TO ASK FOR ITS COMPLETION by
CONGRESS.

We extract the following from the New
York Journal Of Commerce of the 9TH inst.
1t refers to matter of the greatest interest
to the people of this State and of this city
in especial
An appropriation has already been made
by Congress for survey of the uncom-
pleted portion of the James River and
Kanawha canal. The engineers depart
ment has detailed competent officers for
the work and they have nearly completed
their task. As soon as the survey is re-
ported, Senators Johnston and Lewis, Rep
resentatives Platt, Porter, and the whole
Virginia delegation will make PROPOSE
ton to Congress in reference to the canal
The proposition will come from the State
of Virginia. That State has expended
between eight and ten millions of dollars
in the construction of o little more than
two hundred miles of the canal, from the
Richmond dock and tide water connection
to Lynchburg (1479 miles,) thence to
Buchanan $50 miles, and about fifteen
miles of the third section, extending from
Buchanan to Covington. The actual cost
of tho entire improvement, commenced 10
1886 aud dropped for want Of funds in
1856, was $1O,436, 500. The State of
Virginia offers to tender what has been
done. with the buildings, locks, &C., to the
government as free gift, provided the
government will complete the canal, and
levy no more tolls on traffic over the inn
provement than just enough to keep the
canal in repair. This at first sight seems
fair enough, and it no doubt is. There
canuot be a scheme in it for the benefit Of
Individuals. II is for the benefit of Vir-
ginia.
ESTIMATED COST OF COMPLETION.
The chief engineer of the work estimates
that tho entire cost Of completing the
work be as follows:
Miles.
Buchanan to Covington 81 03G, ,571
Covington to mouth of Fork
.....................lI.3 z,zU6,t ,tSo
Mouth of Fork Run to entrance
ofAleghany tunnel (includ-
ing reservoirs and feeders) COS 5.077,736
From Western end Of Allie
ghapy tunnel to Greenbrier
er..................."."... 9.93 l,109,ol1
Greenbrier river to New river 1852 3,5l2,5e6
New river from the mouth of
Grecnbrier to LykensShoals
on the Kanawha.....-.:"..:7s.59 9,O9l,53
Kanawha river to Lykeu's
Shoals to the mouth of the
Oh10 ......... ..s.....6o.lZ aUZ, 100
Total length ofnew work...2SS.93
Total cost from Buchanan to Ohio
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PAII HOW DISGUSTING ! is tho exclamation OF
every lady who indscreetly ventures to apply the or
dinary hair dyes 'colorers' or rcstorers to her
whitening ringlets. Mud and tar are scarcely more
abhorrent Notso PHALoNs vITALIA, OR SAL
VATioN FOR THE HAIR. Nothing defles its
freely flowing crystal. There is no sediment, NJ
gum, no foul gas. 1t is harmless, and its operation
perfect What discovery
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An insult to the fag--Stenciling adver-
tisements on the pavement.
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OFFICE 1441 FRAKLIN STREET.

u
If YOUR Horse is sick-send for DR.. FREEMAN.
II your Cow is sick--send for DR.. FREEMAN
If ,our Dog is sick--send for DIR. FREEMAN, the
only Veterinary Surgeon In the city.
IS- Beware Of uneducated Quacks aud Imposters
whose assumption Ia ignorance and practice fraed
]. X. FREEMAN, VS.,
and Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Sur
geons, London.
no slate left on the Office door and at Mr..
Ciarkes stable for ordors-which will be promptly
attended to, ia 3-lm
NLD DOMINION BUSINESS ooLIEGE.
l2l7 MAIN STREET,
Will commence October 1st 1870. Tuition only $40
for unlimited Instructions including all the Depart
ments.
Aa- Circulars be obtained ct Ridgood's
te2-lswt
DRinE NEW ogLEANs
MoLAssEs,
For sale by
J. MCCARTHY,