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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08
VIRGINIA NEWS.

Tie I4yuchburg WAY News reports tEc fail
uro in that city Of G; NJ. Ruc|;cr, i dr. goods
merchant, liabilities $4,000, assets $4,000;
and A. e. Rucker, grocer, liabilities $4,000,
aud assets sna5, 500. The former proposes TO
paw 50 cents On the dollar, and the latter G5
cents Out the aggregate liabilities Of $3.50,
600, about .2,ji,(tN are stated to be due North,
crn merchants, and the rest TO banks and
individuals in I-ynchburg and vicinity.
The trial of Jamc. NJ narghtery Tor tho
killing of adiy Rnckner coloredy in July
last was concluded in Lyrchburg,c CD Saturday,
the Jury finding the accused guilty Of murder
in the second degree, and fixing hi imprlson.
ment at Eve years in the penltentlarT' Mo-
ton for new trial was made.
The matter Of Gov. Walker resolution 5us-
pending the further funding of the Virginia
State debt, &C., was taken up iu the Senate on
Saturday, aud upon motion Of Dir. NoyElin 1a5
laid upnu the table aud made the special order
of the day for Monday !ro.d1yI 1T one o'clock,
Or. jno A. Strath, of Charlestown, Jefec-
son county, w., va; died i'll Baltimore on
Thursday afternoon last, January 4th. lie had
been in bad health for snme years past, being
great sufferer from CONSUMPTION, which end
ed his life.
The election Tor Mayor and Council al Lex
lngton % Saturday, resulted il the election OF
the Con >:rv&tire nominees
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

REMARKS. Receipts " Whe"! o.: 'srE !!2i..
ard tic market is active; sale o. ~ b.sh",s
rcd al 100 lC5 and 10 :or good % strictly rrsr,
C,rn i. unchanged; offerings - $500 si.Ec.
mixed, with =aic: Il, &c, 81. 81! ard ~. Rye i.
o,i;c, small sales O: inferior ii! S..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

To-day j. the anniversary of the Battle of
New Orleaus.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

The Washington Chronicle sit 10 re-
ported that effo;ts are now being made to Sc
cure the Vice Presidency for Hon. George S.
Boutwell,. 1t is stated that such step meets
with the appreciation of the President, aud the
names of Grant and Boutwell, at the head of
the Republican ticket will, it is thought secure
favorable opinions IN the Eastern and Western
States. This is the programme it is believed
which is now being perfected in Philadelphia,
preparatory to the assembling Of the National
Nominating Convention. fthis is agreed to-,
Mr. Colfax will stand aside.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08
COMMUNICATED

"Fok fE FAVE THE Poor ALWAYS WITH
yoU. The Young Mems Christian Assocla-
ton, urged by the pressure OF circumstances,
have recently entered upon an entirely new
and very important field of labor; that i, the
supulyiug i'll limited mauner tive pressing
necessities oil the pOor OF orr city.
1t is perhaps not generally known, or II
known, not fully appreciated, that there are
persous in our midst who actually suffer TOR
want OF food TO eat, as we'll az for proper cloth
ing to protect them from the weather.
Many persuns no doubt who are willing and
anxious to aid the distressed, do not do 81 10
any extent. tor fear that their contributions
viii not be properly USED. Such persons may
rest assured chat any thing that they may
choose 10 contribute through this channel WILL
be distributed IN the most economical and Ju-
dciuus manner. The association has beer offer
ed the services Of one whose heart is thorough
" enlisted in the work, and who has extended
experience III lulnisterins to the poor. Ca5es
Of distress are not relieved without person
al visitation and careful inquiry in regard to
the circumstances. Money Is not distributed,
but suprlira are purchased at low rates, ami
dispensed IN small quantities to meet pressing
needs II our people could fully realize that
disabled men, bel pless women, and more than
all, innocent children, are often compelled to
20 without food for want of ! few cents to buy
corn meal! there would be no lack OF supplies
for the destitute ones. Let parents especially
remember, az they see in their own happy
homes, their welI-ted and well-clothed little
ones, that there are other children, perhaps as
dear as theirs, in homes Of wretrhedness, ac,
tualy suffering for mouthiul 10 eat Will
not these parents feel it to be privilege to
bring comfort and happiness to some little ones
less fortunate than their own?
Many distressing cases have been brought 10
the notice Of the association, and all has been
done for them that could be done, but the sup
plies thus far have been entirely inadequte 10
the demand. Will not the good people, and
especially the ladies' take hold Of this work,
and give helping hand to those who through
misfortune have been brought into state OF
poverty.
Supplies OF any description, wearing apparel
Of any kind, bed clothing, fuel and provisions
can all bo adrautageously used. Articles can
be left al the General Secretarys >, James En-
twistle IT., No % King street, or they will be
called for if word is left at that place.
He that hnth pity op.the poor lendeth 10
tha Lord -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

The last New York Tribune says:-"We
hear with satisfaction that Mr.. Sumner has de-
cided to Withdraw his pending amendment to
the House amnesty bill now before the Senate,
seeing that this measure is likely to. encounter
grave opposition and that any amnesty bill re-
Guires au affirmative vote Of two thirds OF all!
who vote upon it to make it law Mr..
Summers amendment relates to the "suppE-
mentary civil rights BILL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08
FOREIGN NEWS.

The question Of shall or shall not France be
placed once more under mouarchical rule was
agitaed in the French Assembly on Saturday.
The Count Chambord aud the Count de Paris
were mentioned 10 that counexion but With
the exception of INDUCING in vast amount
of disorder. the members Of the Ascend ly ARR
we'd at no definite understanding The election
of Victor Hugo to the Assembly is regarded az
almost certain. The monarchsts and others
adverse to Theirs secretly favor the election OF
Victor Hugo.
Workmen in various parts of Belgium have
Joined in labor strike, and 80 great have been
the disturbances that the civil authorities be-
being unable to quell the riots, have invoked
the aid Of the Government At last advices
the strike was extending, and serious work be-
tween the strikers and the soldiers is anticl-
pated
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

FAUoU1ER Co. From the Narrenton In
dex. Last week, Commissioners, VIM. h.
Payne, Eppa Hunton, and Rice ". Payne sold
under decree in case of Tongue vs.. Horuer,
80 acres OF mountain land to Col. W. W. Payne
for S25 per acre l67 acres to VIM II. Galnes
at sl5 per acre, and 40 acres to Joe Chunn,
colored, at SIS per acre.
Under decree in the case Of Friedman ys.
Watson, Commissioners Garden Brooke Il
Scott and Rice w. Payne sold the brick dwelling
and store opposite the Warrenton House occu-
pied by Jos H. Watson Purchaser, 4.
Fletcher, at S., 800.
A coored man who had committed theft
in Lower Fauquier was arrested here on Wed
nesday upon an order to Return the fellow
without a shirt" There was no trouble in
identifying the right man by such descrip
ton.
A little colored child about three years old
was burned to death on the Goth ult Its mo-
Their locked it up alone III the house and went
out to attend to some business. While absent
the accident occurred. 1t was the second child
this woman has lost by fire.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

The Baltimore American says The pros
perity Of the country: the interest Of humanity
aud the welfare Of coming generations, ali de.
mar tina. the shutting out d! boys iro:u learning
trades shall cease.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

THE "BIa SUNFLowER. "-ThiSl large garden
flower is becoming very popular in India The oil
extracted from the seed is said to be superior to
both almond and olive oil for table use, and to
be employed in manufacturing woollen goods,
soap aud candles as we'll as for lighting pur-
poses The leaves have been manufactured
into cigars, having pectoral qualities and might,
perhaps, be found more ef6cacous than stranl-
onium. The blossoms furnish brilliant vel
low dye, which stands we'll. Each acre will
contain from $1,000 to 10000 plants, and the
average quantity ofseed will be so bushels, each
of which will give gallon Of oil. The quantity
of seed is much increased by dwar6ng the
plants, the best manure for which is said to be
old mortar broken up. The plants should be
kept clean aud free from weeds, and the guam.
tity of seed required is about six pounds per
acre. They should have sufficient interval be-
tween them for exposure to the sun, as under
such circumstances, they become larger and
more fully stored with seed.
The GOVERNORS VEro.-A subscriber in
Frederick county writes
Il have received the number CT the Gazette
containing Gov. Walkers Veto Message, on
late legislative action on our finances aud
on the bonded integrity of the good Old State,
which from the begiuing of her sovereign be-
ing has paid aud promised to pay, Repudiate;
Oh never. AS Virgiuian am proud of
our governor, who has so eloquently ex.
posed tue glariug error of our Legislative body,
maintained the integrity of her parayaed cred
it, aud taught her noble sons that to tail TO
render uuto Cesar the things that are
Gears is to repudiate the sanctity Of obliga-
tons both to God and mau. Governor Walker
then is jewel in our tiara of financial lpteg-
rity that will make her motto of Sic Semper
Tyrannis living realization to all her freemen
creditors. Yours truly, --"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

The Presiderta accompanied by Secretary Bout
we'll, Gen. Porter, ex-senator Borle and Senator
Cattell. had formal reception at the Philadel-
phia Commercial Exchange, on Saturday, which
was attended by large concourse OF merchants,
who participated in a collation.. Secretary
Boutwell, was introduced by ex-senator Cattell,
and made an interesting address on the impor-
tanee and necessity of maintaining such sys-
TEN oc taxation as will materially aud constant.
II work out the reduction Of the public debt.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

Congress has recommended its sessions.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

nS-ALuMSI MEETISG-Owing TO the in
element character OF the weather, the meeting Of
the University Alumni Society Is postponed I'M
til next Monday night. jan Sit
NOTICE OF COMPREHENSIVE
IN January lst, 1872.
I have ass1cihtri with mo 2: Il manufacturer
Nd
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

Judge Joyncs il better, and is wholly con-
scious. His improvement: though gradual
gives announcement to his numerous friends.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

d MSINS, Currants, Citron and Figs also
IL Fishers and Atmore's Mince Meat in store |
and for sule By " F. BROOkES,
jams l47 King strecI.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08
Cabinet Furniture.

fiy *nit.
JAMES NJ BRADLEY.
The business will, in future ba conducted un-
der the name Of
c. C. BRADLEY * son.
The new firm hopes to share portion 81 the
public patronage, and invites all to call and nx-
anime their fino and handsome assortment N
PARLOR SUITES,
in Hair Cloth, Reps and Silk Bro'atel; Walnut
and Oak Chamber Suites in every variety. We
also hay. on hand some very beautiful inluid
Fancy Tables and Portable Writing Desks, Bu-
reaus, Bedsteads, Washstsnds and Chairs Of
many stylea.
Those il need of Furniture will do VOL to ex
anime our stock before purchasing. MS We are
prepared to sell at very low figures. jan S-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-01-08

CTATF And COUNTY TAXES.
All persons indebted to The Sheriff for State
aud county taxes for the year 1870 ure hereby
on OF before the 10th, shall proceed to collec.
the same By distraint, or attach as provided by
law. !! {. VNEAL, Sheriff
inn Std Alexandria county
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1872-02-03
TELEGRAM TO THE NEW YORK HERALD.

PARIS, Feb. 2, 1872.
Anew play by victorien Sardou, entitled "Raga-
bas - has Just been brought out at the vaudeville.
IL contains some expressions In favor Of imperialism
and the Bonapartes, which have caused wild scenes
OF excitement at the theatre.
The agitation extends outside; and last night,
after the performance, crowds passed through the
Boulevards shouting, some "Down with the Bona
parties p and othors, "Viue pEmpire ~
At one time disturbance was threatened but
the crowds finally dispersed without coming to
blows
PRESIDENT THEIRS PRECAUTIoN AGAINST OUTBREAK.
TO prevent the recurrence Of dangerous agitation
suspend the performance OF the play, and, If neces
sary, temporarily close the theatre.
COMMERCIAL PROTECTION.
The Assembly to-day by an overwhelming majority
passed the bill authorizing the government to notify
England and Belgium OF the termination OF the
commercial treaties between France and those
countries.
CABINET DIFFICULTIES.
Minister Casimir Perer threatens to resign.
PARLIAMENT NOT FOR PARIS.
Deputy Duchaters motion that the Assembly and
government return TO Paris was, debated.
NJ vautrain, the newly elected deputy for Paris,
spoke eloquenuy in support of the motion.
He was frequently interrupted There was much
confusion and In the midst OF great uproar the mo-
ton was rejected by q vote Of 377 to 31s.
INDUSTRY FOR WAGES AND TROOPS FOR WAR.
The railway laborers at Aries have struck work
and threaten to stop the trains.
Troops have been sent thither TO strengthen the
hands of the authorities.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1872-02-03
Personal Intelligence.

Right Rev. James F. Wood Bishop Of Philadel-
phia. yesterday arrived al the Glsey House,
Judge L. X. Underwood, Of Arkansas, Is among
the late arrivals at the st. Nicholas Hotel.
General II. L. Robinson, OF Brnghamton,i Is quar-
tered at the Grand Central Hotel.
Congressman II. G. Smith, OF Vermont, Is at the
Brevo0rt House.
Judge E. W. Williams, OF Iowa, Is registered ct
the st. Nicholas Hotel.
General W. r. Kerr, OF St. Joseph, Mo-, Is staying
at the Metropolitan Hotel.
General j. Condn Smith, OF Buffalo, Is quartered
at the st. Nicholas Hotel.
CAPTAIN O. W. Tozer of San Francisco, Is at the
Gilsey House.
J.F. Joy, President Of the Michigan Central Rail.
road Yesterday arrived at the st. Nicholas Hotel.
JsH. q. Whiting, OF the Treasury Department,
Washington has rooms at the Metropolitan Hotel.
Colonel II. McKettrick OF ST. Louis, Is registered
at the Grand Central Hotel
Major Powell, Captain motifs and Lieutenant
Todd. OF the Eighteenth United States infantry,
have returned from the station OF their regiment In
The Department Of the South and are registered ~
headquarters.
Brevct Brgadier General vessels and Lieutenant
Morris vessels are at the fremont House. General
vessels has done long and worthy service and Is
now on the retired list Lieutenant vessels Is under
orders to ,on the force at Fort McKart, Texas, and
will In few days depart therefor
Chaplain +. b. futile. OF the United states Army,
ia IN sick leave at So East Ninth street, in this city
The period of convalescence Is being consumed ty
MIN in writing book Of Indian and frontier
sketches.
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severe .cuts about the nead and face:
su1go Dana. OF Wilkesbarre, Pa, head
ana lace badly cut; Miss spayd, sister
70 DR.. Spayd. OF Wikesbarrre.. Pa. badly in
Jured; Miss Rose Tr0xel, OF Wikesbarre exten, OF
injuries unknown: w. G. Garrison OF Wlkesbarre.
Pa face badly cut and legs injured; Mr.. WOLFE OF
White Haven throat by bolt passing through cannot
| recover; George w. Braden. OF White Haven, head
badly out and arm broken; James Morrison. OF White
Haven, left shoulder dislocated and Injured inter-
naly; Abner Kelsey, OF Hickory Run, slightly
fatally Injured by being thrown distance OF 100
'eet Conductor Sugfried OF Easton Pa, face BADLY
! land the flesh oil one arm badly torn.
60 'veral others were slightly injured. Mrs
~ when found was lying on the leo IN
TN y q condition. A large iron bolt had
q dyn rttrely through her BODY. An attempt was
passeu q bystander to remove IT, but The unf0rtu-
maae oy suffered such excruclatIng pains that
nate MomA I'D 1t was not removed until after sae
ne dessted, = err last.
had DreatneQA Philadelphia was one OF the num-
Mr. Vaxter, % rad was so badly smashed that In
Der kieu. HIS ~ we the hat, part OF the mead
attehpxng W .e'S 'sentlng most ghastly signs.
came on Will ~, pss ned Sampson, an old resident
An eluerJ HAL In drink OF water at the time
81 aa sccet was ana was violently pitched
ane e water TANK one Of the racks
;. the sde Of The car ans maintained nrm h0ia
n 3 i T. antu the car sA ucS tne Ice IN Inc
liver when he was throw unaer one ie, o. t19
seats in which place a ,ratlves were ap-
Dlied ana he soon regaiued CoiA tnat S sr rns
shock was so great that IL ID feafrA IN" avs.tns
-ecoyer. He was sent TO EastOH ,. rsnH o'0~"S
rain. and his friends notified by tesc3A '"p"
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1872-02-03


The HERALD correspondent in Madrid sends
us most interesting letter, which we publish
on another page of this mornings issue,
descriptive of the visit of General Sherman
and the distinguished party by whom he was
accompanied to the Escurial, which all
Spaniards regard as the eighth wonder Of the
world. The passage from the capital to the
magnificent resting place Of all Spanish
monarchs, over railroad remarkable for the
slowness of travel, was devoid Of interest.
No sooner, however, was the great point of
attraction reached than that peculiar feature
of all Spanish countries displayed itself.
Beggars of every degree Of mendicancy, of
both sexes and all ages, crowded round the
American tourists and showered the largest
amounts of blessings on their heads for the
smallest amount of lucre The unostenta-
tious display of the Americans, and their
democratic and modest bearing, somewhat
surprised the scrutinizing lookers-on, who are
accustomed to regard grave and imposing
show as necessary characteristic of dis
tnguished people, After fighting their
way through army VI OoBSoso Uh"s
besieged them the visitors made their tour
through the grand old edifice of the Escurial,
which was founded by Philip H., over three
hundred years ago. Pausing at the sarco
phagus of Charles w., lingering at the tomb Of
Philip, rejecting while standing by the vaults
which contained within them the ashes of Span
ish kings and queens, roaming through the long
passages and corridors of the grand old struc
ture, the visitors were solemnly impressed
with all they saw and heard. The fine old
chapel, with its many affairs, cloisters and
organs, must have impressed the party, and
have awakened memories of the past which
history relates and which novelists of bygone
as well as present days love to dilate upon.
The library and gardens and palaces were also
visited. During the summer months the reign
ing monarch of Spain spends portion of the
time at the Escurial, and there, amid the sur
roundings which call to mind the greatness of
Spain in days long since past finds ample
room for reflection. Will the grandeur which
reflected the power, wealth and dominance Of
this fine old land under her Charleses, Philips,
Ferdinands and Isabellas ever again be real
lied Or has Spain fulfilled her mission in the
worlds history, and is she now sinking into
lowliness, with nothing to cheer her down.
ward course but her memory of the pastp
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The Feeling mt Wilkesbnrre.

WILKES BARRE, Feb. 2, 1872
The terrible casualty on the LehIgh Valley Rail.
road Yesterday afternoon has filed our city with
gloom and mourning. Some OF our most re-
spected citizens have been Frustrated in death,
ana others manned most likely for life. Now that
full extent OF the disaster Is known people Lere are
urging that the most searching investigation shall
he made as to the causes which led to It. This Is the
fourth s'accident" which has occurred on that
road since the latter part OF November, and 1t Will
whether the road is being carelessly managed OF
late and II life Is properly considered as 1t
should be- 1t Is now rumOred that In several places
on the mountain near this city defective rails can
be FOUND In many cases the instead mango OF the
rail being completely torn away. This matter re-
auIres yeTtilating, that public confidence may be
restored to one OF the hitherto iavorite railroad
i' me wounded in this city and vicinity are
from the shock to his nervous system, but
he Is 80 badly bruised that It will
he some time before he can resume business.
Sner,fY Whitaker Is badly hurt. He Is O large
nowerfu man. and It IS stated that some Of his ribs
have been broken, and, In one case separated from
the back bone. He Is at his home In White Haven.
MISS Rosa Troxel is represented to be falling this
morning, she having sustained severe injuries
Thus lar six deaths have occurred and it is posi-.
BILE that Miss Tr0xel may be added to the list.
ton will ne or how the calamity Will get before
cor0ner's Jury. The "accidentr occurred In Car
bon county, and the bodies OF the killed have, be
lIeve been removed out OF the jurisdiction or the
onicials OF that locality. Let have an investlga
ton, by all means
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1872-02-03
THE LATE LOUISIANA ANAEAH

Carpcf.Bag Secrets Coming Oas-NSooe
ROxues Fall Out, Sec.
REV ORLEANS, Feb z, f87fl
The Congressional Investigating Committee wa
in session six hours to-day. Severat witnesses wer0
examined whose evidence was very strong agatnss
the Governor and membersor the Legislature. show
Mr.. carr, one OF the warmoth leaders in tho
House, testified that the schisfn in the repuDican
party originated between the Governor and Lieu
aterward sided with Dunn.
Carr had not remained in lie Soto PARISH which
he represented, thee months all told, ana haG
not been there since elected in 1870
During the investigation 1t mas been shown tner0'
are many members In the Legislature who nave
resided IN the parishes they pretend 20 repre-
sent.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1872-02-03

SKILLED LABOR FROM GREAT BRITAIN FOR
CHIoAGo.-The emigrant tide from Great
Britain to the United States is already in
creasing in volume, premonitory of full
flow in the early days of spring. The
number of persons embarked at Liverpool in
January exceeded that for December by one
thousand one hundred and fifty. The burning
of Chicago has stimulated the exodus of skilled
labor, particularly Of masons and carpenters.
"Out of evil comes good" The masons and
carpenters will find plenty to do, as will their
brethren of the cognate handicrafts, so soon as
they follow them to the soil Of the republic.
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1tlreslm TO the NEW YORK uEaALl

MATAMoROs, Feb. 2, 1872.
General Quiroga cannoDsded Camargo last night,
rendering the place untenable.
Cortina telegraphed this afternoon that he would
fall back upon Reynosa.
The National Guard has been called out here and
will be armed tomorrow.
General Palaco is using every means to strengthen
the forrcations and put this city In state OF de-
fence.
There Is, however, no enthusiasm among the peo-
ple indicating disposition 10 volunteer ana assist
the regular WoonS