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The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

OPENING OF THE FOUNTAIN. The
street fountain, located in front of the
postottice, on Main street, was opened to
the public to-day at u o'clock. 1t was
erected, as we have heretofore stated.
through the exertions of the Richmond
Normal school, and is dedicated to human
lty. When the water was turned on by
James l.. Davis, Esq, under whose super
VISION the fountain was manufactured.
the healthful fluid from the James river
gushed forth in beautiful streams, and both
man and beast hastened to partake of it,
The event attracted large crowd of spec
tators, all of whom seemed to agree that
the erection Of the fountain was an act of
beneyolence deserving of the highest COM
mendation, and that the donors through it
had proven their friendship for all living
creatures.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

UNITED STATES COURT AT DAM
yILLE.-We learn that the case of DR..
John q. James, of Pittsylvania county,
who is charged with conspiring to deprive
colored people and members of the Repub-
iican party of the equal protection of the
laws, has occupied the attention during the
past few days Of the United States District
Court, now in session at Danville. The
prosecution is conducted by Hon. r. w.
Hughes, United States District Attorney
for the Western District of Virginia, and
the accused is defended by Messrs. G. e.
Da6ney and Cabell and Peatross. The fol-
loving gentlemen compose the jury before
whom this case is being tried: John r.
Brown, W. L. Ballou, w. P. Lee, T. d,
Robinson, e. G. Douglas, Robt. G. PAYNE.
z. e. Freeman, w. G. Cabiness, CIV,
M. p. Jordan,
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evening State 5u,,rilal.
FREE DISCUSSION.
Gard From General imboden.
RICHMOND, March 0.

nioHMoND, Marcn y.
70 tte Editor Of he State Journal
Dear Sir-In your news column of YES.
terday appears brief account of the ner.
iormances of an impostor at Natchez, Miss.
calling himself -. P. Imboden, M. d.. Of
Staunton, Va, and claiming to be a bro.
ther OF 6eneral lmboden, of this city,,
10 guard other communities against the
scoundrel, it is, perhaps, proper for me to
say, have but four brothers-three of
them are, and have been for years. in busi-
ness in Virginia, and the fourth, Col. I'M
iooden,, in West Yirginia-and not one of
years. ~ Vi al
No one of my family name, so far as 7
know, ever was an M. ID. This fellow is
an out and out impostor, and as we have
heard OF him once before in Texas, l hope
papers N the South that have noticed him,
will publish this fiat denunciation. =
Respectfully, yours,
j. d. IMBODEN.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

RUNAWAY HoRsE.-About one O'Clock
this afternoon, horse attached to clty
express wagon, taking fright in front of the
postofiice, ran off up Main street at rapid
rate. On reaching Ninth street, he took to
the pavement on the east side of that tho
roughiare, and as he passed on up to Vir-
glnla Hall, made terrific rattle among the
signs and posts with which he came in Z con-
tact. Through the efforts of parties who
sendeavored to stop him in his mad career.
ne was induced at that point to take the
steep. he was compelled to slacken his
pace somewhat, and before he reached
Capitol street colored man named Ben.
Harris sprang into the wagon, gathered
the lines, and stopped the horse. No one
was hurt. We are told that the driver had
lett the horse unhitched and, unattended
while he went into the postoffice.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

POLICE lTEMs.-Robert Banks, charged
with trespassing upon the premises of the
Chesapeake and Ohio railroad, and solicit
nance. Fined 81.
Henry Evans was fined $40 for assaulting
and cruelty beating Mike Wood with a
wagon whip.
Napoleon Branch was fined 81 for as
saulting Jimmie Williams.
The case of James P. Burwell and VIM,
Iarris, charged with feloniously aiding and
abetting. certain VIM. Hall to swindle
James Turner out of 50, 300 in money by
ialse pretenses, has occupied large por-
ton or the day, and was still under con-
slderation at three o'clock.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

Ne,c York, March S.-Rev. DIR. Abra-
ham b. Carter, of the 25th street Episcopal
church, has brought suit against one Emma
Is. Crouch, who says she is school teacher,
for attempting to blackmail him for one
hundred dollars month she alleged that
ne, although pastor and father of q fami-
ly, had been intimate with her.
A letter in the highest style of blaekmail-
ing ingenuity was put in as evidence.
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Railroad Accident.

Springfield, Mass, March S.-The mail
tram hence for New York was thrown from
the track last evening by broken rail, and
twelve persons injured, including Admiral
Deheran, Of France. The mail car was
burned with heavy mail.
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AUCTION SALES.

D. "A. HOBSON, assignee of John W. West,
bankrupt, will sell ON Tuesday, March 26th
ON the premises, on Elk Greek, Bedford
county, valuable tract of land, containing
400 acres.
EhIhEF CRUMP, assignee of several bank
rnpts, will sell on Thursday, the l4th day of
Match, in front of the United States Custom
House, valuable real estate lying in the
counties of Caroline, Dinwiddie, Hanover,
Henrioo, Sussex, and Lunenburg.
A. II: BRACEY, assignee of NJ M. Thornton,
VIII sell on Wednesday, 18th March, at IL
O'Clock M, on the premises, valuable real es-
tate in Mecklenburg county.
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Marine News

Fortress Monroe, March S.-Arriyed.
schooner "Joseph Hay" from New York
for City Point.
The United States steamer "Guerriere,'
dropped down from Norfolk this morning.
ana anchored off the fort. She will proba-
bly, leave for New York tomorrow.
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EnNlnnh

London, March S.-The commission of
medical men appointed to inquire into
o.Connor's sanity, report him sound in
mind, but an enthusiastic Fenan. He said
he would have used loaded pistol, but he
only wanted to frighten the Queen. A
fatal result would have enthroned the
Prince of Wales, which was undesirable.
Lie wishes Victoria to be the last English
monarch.
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Arrest OF ALLEGED Muroer.r.

LOUISVILLE, KY, March s.-Beniamin
John, and Spencer Prewitt have been ar,
rested, and are in Jail here awaiting the
requlsition of the Governor of GEORGIA. on
the charge OF numbering James II. Norris,
of Morgantown, Ga.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

SHIPPING NEws.-The British bark
I" A delaide Pendergrast," I" from Baltimore,
entered at the eustom-house this morning
to take in cargo of flour, shipped by'
Haxall, Crenshaw & Co., for Brazil. Jude-
ing from the quantity of flour shipped from from
this port to Brazil, Virginia flour must be
popular with our Brazilian friends.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

Ns Fashions FOR THE NEW YEAR.
latest styles OF BUTrERIcK's PATTERNS just re-
ceiveo at the Office of the Howe Sewing Machine,
o2S NAN street. Also, Metropolitan for February
]. F. McKRNNEY, Agent.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

Hss musical instruments and Musical Mer-
chanaise OF every description can always be
iouna at j. MAAsH's Music Depot, No. sls Main
street. lie has just received a new and exten.
siye stock of the above named goods.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

M CITIZENS OF Rrcu-
w MOND TO KNOW that am prepared to
EEF NM AIN AIN AND Amt OLD ROOFS with the
PAINT. ci-DnE ENI
LIGHTNING RODS of all kinds repaired and
put up at short notice. t'''' GU anu
Haylng an extensive experience, fiatter NV
self that can give satisfaction to ali who viii
iavor n. me with q call at ], ID. Brownies variety
Ron- Works. 907 Bank street. '"''e'S
ef-im r. b. WILSON,
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DIED,

At his residence, on Maddox IIiIl March eth
az q, ,hall-past five o'clock p. NJ, Mr. WILLIAM
Q91AiRLES, IA in the sixty third year of his age.
E1ls funeral Will take place at his residence. on
SUNDAY, the 10th instant at 4 O'Clock p D MI NJ
~ ms friends and acquaintance are invited to at.
'0Ait'
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

WHY did Mrs. Florence get only three
casters for her Sewing Machine Insoer.
Because three casters make a full set. no
more are needed. It's peculiar inyen-
ton,
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

CITY COUNCIL. City Council will
meet in regular session on Monday evening
next. The heads Of city departments will
make their annual reports.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09
BURGLAR-PRooF SAFES.

HERRING's PATENT
II A M P l ON
FIRE AND BURGLAR-PROOF SAFES.
with DRY FILLEs,)
Awarded the Prize Medals at Worlds Fair
London, Worlds Fair, New York,
Exposition Universeie, Paris
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

The Methodist EpiscopaI- Con c,re,,co..,,,
u uganon into the Charges Against Rev. DR..
W17enton, March s.--The case of Rev.
Or. huston was called in the conference
to-day. Rev. Mr.. Rogers said that grave
rumors had been circulated in regard to
Mr: huston, which were unnecessary to
reclte or mention.
Or. Huston being called before the bar
oi the conference, came forward. and was
cordially received by Bishop Paine. DR..
Huston proceeded to explain why he left
baltimore, which was at the suggestion of
clerical brethren and to save his wife and
daughter modification. Beyond what his
presiding elder had said, he would saw
nothing but he would be in pursuit, from
now until the day of his death, of the man
who first. started the report, and caused his
daughters cheek to blanch and his wife to
be stabbed to the heart. - '.O "
Dr. Munsey moved that the investigation
be referred to the presiding elder.
Key. Mr.. Wilson moved that a commit
tee OF inquiry be appointed, as a substi-
These motions originated an animated de-
bate, producing much confusion and eyc;te-
ment, many taking part in the tiscussioo
asnd and several claiming the floor at the same
time. - 'ie s'liie
Ihe substitute of Mr.. Wilson to act at
once was adopted, and the inquiry is now
gong on before the committee in secret SEES
sion. " SOS
during the proceedings to-day in this
case the gallery was thronged with ladies'
ana many were IN the aisles of the church.
outside Of the bar.
no allul,slon, in discussing the affair. was
made to the charges other than to rumors
reports, &c. N''''i''
bishop Doggett arrived this morning and
presided over the body for short interval
key; Mr.. Cowles, presiding elder of the
-ynchD9rg district, fell and broke one of
lis legs last night. '''' VI
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WANTS.


WANTED YOUNG, FULL-BIOOnEn
ALDERNY BULL. Answer this Office
otsttlhs age anu terms. fe 27--tf :
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CONGRESSIONAL.

:. Washington, March s-SENATE.-Tbe
Slii granting the right of way to the Great
southern railroad through Florida was
caliea up, but went over, several Senators
wishing to examine it.
Ihe Secretary Of the Interior was
questioned regarding white sttlers ON Indian
lands contrary to treaty stipulations.
The Secretary of War was interrogated
as as to what portion of the river front at New
orleans was occupied by the government
Tor what purpose, and under what title.
HoUsE.-The bill making Pittsburg a
port Of delivery to which goods NAV be
transported in bond was passed. 1t now
goes to the President. ~"
The postoffice appropriation bill was then
saHen SeEe up. Only thirteen Of the thirty-seven
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09

II ID. H0WLE'S DRUG STORE, EIarIset
day and night. 80 Ao'iS
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1872-03-09
SIX HUNDRED

More than 10000 Helring's Safes have baar
and are now in use, and over No''
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The Mammoth Safe purchased br the Fidelity
SAFE Deposit Company was made by
FARREL, HERRING s. Co
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= 11''N1NA14 n A4-ItINILNNJ O JJ.,
NO. s07 formerly 629) Chestnut street, Phila-
HARVEY GILLIAN,
CHAS. MATTHEW'S
GEO. MYERS,
So7 CHESTNUT STREEr, Phila.
HERRING, FARREL & SHERMAN, Ny.
HERRING Co, Chicago.
HERRING, FARRETI 81 co. New or,aans
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nave passed through accidental fires. preservi,o
tnelf contents in some instances where many
others failed. many
makes, having been received in mart nav fo. ~,
improved Helring's Patent champion, for sale
- ~ liiNe9' no 20-ly
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II II. HoWLE's DRUG STORE, Marker
~. Square, Manchester Va. Open all hours
day and night.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1872-02-06
TELEGRAPHIC.
TUESDAY.

TUESDAY.
The New York HeraHs Washington
correspondent says that Cox's resolu-
ton negotiating Government laws ac-
cords with wishes of bankers of this
country.
Tweed is still in New York city
and declines saying what he will do
about his seat in the Legislature.
A terrible railroad accident occurred
at Eagle Station, KY, by the train
running off the switch and over the
depot platform. The post master at
the station, and several passengers who
were waiting for the train, were the
victims. ~
WEDNESDAY.
The House concurred in the Senate
Amendments to apportionment bill
1t now goes to the President for his
signature.
In the Senate Schurze and Salisbury
made speeches in favor Of universal
amnesty fra
One hundred and ninety tons of
bullion was shipped from Salt Lake to
New York, Sunday.
A large number of miners struck in
the English mines. Military are un-
der arms.
The opinion prevails that the Domin
ion Government will accept the treaty
If Washington. A large majority in
Parliment are in favor of it.
The National Convention for the
amendment to the Constitution, so as
to recognize God, convcnes at Cincin
natl, to-day.
Grand Duke at Louisville last night
SATURDAY.
Six persons were killed by railroad
| accident at Scranton, Pa, yesterday
No western names appear in the list.
James Slough, of Richmond, Ky.
killed his wife last night and was hun G
by a mob.
The American Club reelected VIM
NJ. Tweed President.
Waldron was presented with me-
mortal by 100 citizens at Wyandotte
demonstrating against repeal duties
on articles successfully produced in this
country.
II. Il. Hascall, one of the proprietor
of the Kalamazoo Telegraph, shot him
self dead yesterday. Cause, temporary
insanity.
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QUEEN INSURANCE CO.,

- OrYIey or QuHEn IEsuRASeE Co., \
-. u M U. 8. Bmnchs ~ Broadway,
New York, Oct. Q, 1871.
INV business proved to be improbable should be-
Acting pom that principle, this Company with
drew their Agency from Chicago In February, 1910,
md as n result HAVE NO LOSSES IN THE TER
RIRI.E UONFLAGRATION THAT SWEPT
OVER THAT CITY YESTERDAY, affecting the
financial commercial and insurance interests OF the
whole country, Gripping and imPaIring many o. the
oldest and soundest Insurance Companies, and ut
terly running so many, that property-hoiders Win
dIficuIty decide where to look for protection.
We trust this calamity will OF necessity end inc
reckless and in many instances scandaious compete
tion that has sprung up within the last two years,
almost driving prudent underwriters from the Held,
and giving unmistakable prcmonition that day OF
wreck and retribution was certain IN the no. very
distant future, and whic Is only precipifated py
This terrible visitation OF Providence
insurance Is one of the main pillars sustaining
the credit Of the mercantile interest and shoud DC
so eed as 10 make Its safety md soundnes
undcr aif fact its stability should
~ rhis can never be unless underwriters adhere to
such rates Of premium as experience has proven 10
and proyide Reserve Fund for such contingencies
ne are sure 10 arise. No prudence or foresight can
fovetel the time or place that the blow VIII ia YET
II is sure to come, as the records nov ycrcased
maanitude, more than outstripping the gigantic
Rr with Of the country.
The Mercantile and Insurance interests are 20
IintImately blended that Is reasonable to assume
that the FORMER will readily and cordially respond
10 anv reasonable demand Of such Companies As
have ortunatcly escaped the general wreck or have
stockholders able and willing to make good 'ne mel,
cert TO bring their business TO paying point ana
give assurance Of future sound condition.
RATES MUST BE ADvANCEDI0 ArA IN IN,
POINT OR BUSINESS DECLINED; the future
safety Of insurance depends upon underwater
adherinR 10 this position. .Nl t-N
We therefore advise our agents, IN responding to
tho increased demand that will inevitably pres
"ncn them for the Queens Policies, not 70 charge
unreasonable rates, but firmly adhere 70 the spiri'
Of the above aud insist upon such equitable advance
| ne prudence imperativcly demands.
ecnts when In doubt a. 20 the proper rates VIII
refer TO this oce and win then have such advice Is
experience dictates. -.
| eRc,ent 90 operation IN accommodating the want,
| 81 The public, and are confident that the ouE ~
| TNsURANCE COMPANY can through them rem,
der service TO the mercantile community thst WI
nrove rnvtuslly ssfisfsstosy.- - an
l. ". r. oooDENow, - -,
Agent A'pens, Nichv TIM
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Ouur Public Schools.

TIE following are the names OF those
run;ls who have neither been tardy or
absent during the month ending JAM
Goth:
Grammar Departmmt.-Nellie Il.
Buker. Abbie Mather, Eva Harring-
ton, Minnie Persons, Eugene Motley,
Jennie johnson, James Tuggey. The
last named was neither tardy nor alb
sent during the last ten weeks OF last
intermediate Department. = Byron
Persons, Amarillo Buck, Lafayette
Howard, Lizzie Spratt, William Hall,
Eva vanhorn, Charles Motley, Mary
Rensberry, Charles Haywood, Mamie
Persons, Ida Nye, Sarah Chamberlain.
Secondary Department. = Herbert
johnson, Alice Kerr, John Rensberry'
Kittie Oliver, Eugene Oliver, Elmer
Furbush, Bertha Case, james Nc
Arthur. James Dismorc, Mary Nc
Arthur, Charles Huebcr, Matilda Car
parthen, Frank Kneal, Walter Abcr'
Richard Barbaut, John Dafoc, Henry
Plough, Alex. Harrington, Willie
Hunt, Elmer Harrington, Increase
Mather, Kittie Power, Charles Stem
minss, Thomas Spratt.
Primary Department.-George An
kcr, Harry Morse, Allie Dinehart' Ida
sprsts, George Harverly, Eddie Paroe'
Thomas Hall, Burt Andrus, Marx
Kueal, Nellie Bishop, Freddie Kim
ball, George Emersony Clarence EN-
arson, sannie Myers, Casper Roscntha'
Alex. Roscnthal, Lizzie Bclon, Annie
Macarthur, George Wall, Jennie Nc
Arthur, Sarah Aukcr, Katie MELON
aid. Jennie Barbaut, Lucy Robins
Jamie Benton Nellie Tunmorc, Grace
Barlow, Freddie Prince, Mary Haver'
II. Isaac Robins, George klmoal'
Cornelius Spain, Lille Raymond John
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NEW CnURcH.-The Germans Of
this city are turning their attention in
the direction Of a new Church, the
work on which will be commenced the
coming spring, and the building will
be finished as soon as possible. Dea-
con Hitchcock has generously presen
tod the Society with two lots just
south Of the Union School building,
and the work will 60 rapidly on
The edifce will be 40xS0 feet, with a
spire l2O feet high, and will cost $5,-
900. The building will also be used
for school purposes, where both Ger
man and English will be taught the
pupils.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1872-02-06

OUT ESepOEueu On umC AicHts
Hawkins & Rochon, who are now in
Grand Rapids, will return to this city
in early spring, and again open paint
shop.
Last Tuesday Mr.. and Mrs. Ed Vail
went to John Newton's, about two and
half miles from this city, on an af-
ternoon's visit leaving their little boy,
Eddie, five years old, at home, with
the humps. The boy, not wishing to
stay at home, started out on foot, and
when he reached the house Of Mr.. New
ton, he was SO cold that he could
scarcely speak, but it seems that his
journey and exposure did him no harm
A young scrape grace and spunky
little woman on the north side fought
a battle one day last week, with odds
in favor Of the gentler sex.
Last Saturday afternoon Hugh Cor
don, who was at work in the woods,
eighteen miles distant, was thrown
from load Of logs, and the binder
giving way, one of the logs passed en-
tirely over him, injsring him severely
in the back and right leg. The POOR
l."
fellow was unable to gain his feet, and
Law in this condition for an hour and
a half before he was scovered by a
fellow-workman. He was brought to
town Saturday evening and placed I'M
der the care of DR.. Seaman, and he is
now doing well.
A young French physician who is
now stopping in town, was told one day
last week by another medical man that
he was "not fit to black boots" where
upon the young physician concluded
that he could black his oponents eye,
which he did most effectually.
Small pox is reported near Dew
river. We don't think there is any
truth in the rumor.
The water tank in front of the Con-
prcpational Church does not contain a
drop Of water. A pretty state of af-
fairs il a Gre should break out in that
immediate vicinity.
Some of our sporting men last week
took their fast stock on the ice where
race took place, and we understand
they made good time-2:5O-that is
a mile in two hours and fifty minutes
The ice harvest has commenced, and
the crop is quite abundant.
Don't forget that we are to vote fo'
new bridge next Thursday. A bridge
we want, and every voter should vote
for the same.
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Office w'st'n Union Telegraph Co.
Alpena, Mich, Feb. 9th, 1872. )
We are now fully prepared to send
money to all the principal points in
the United States, by the telegraph
mony order system.
L. b. Howard, Manager.
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LOCA l..

We do not hold ourself responsible
, for the views of any Of our correspond
ents, or the ideas contained in any
communication to the ARGUS.
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Advertisements must be handed in
by Monday morning to secure insertion
in the same weeks issue of the ARGUS.
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Notice to Taxpayers.

At meeting OF the Board of Supervisors for the
County Of Presque Isle. held mt Rogers City, on the
2Oth day Of January 1872 IL was resolved to extend
the time for the collection Of taxes sixty (C0) days
from the LIST Of February, 1e72.
CHRISTIAN DAIIR,
32w7 Deputy County Clerk.