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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13
ma RRfED.

On the evening of the 18th instant, by Rev.
Mr.. Hemenway, GEORGE w. WILKINS
and MARY ALICE NIGHTINGALE, both of
this city.
In Orange county, December 5th, 1872, at the
residence of the late Col. John Voolfolk by
Rev. Charles Quarles, Mr. S. b. COOLIDGE, OF
Nelson county, to Miss CHARLOTTE J. Ed
DINS, II Orange.
At n. sc HILL on the 4th instant, by Rev.
j. p II. Crismond, Mr.. JOHN a. BEAZLEY,
Of MiddcSex county, and Miss JENNA P.
HOLIDAY, Of Spotsylyania county, Va
On the llth Of December, at Hillford, Caro-
line county, the residence OF the brides mother,
by Elder Il. h. w. Buckner, Mr. FRANCIS
to Miss SUE MOTLEY, daughter of the late
Edmond 5. Motley, of the first named county.
[Balt Sun and Fredb'g papers please co2y.l
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13
VIRGINIA NEWS.

Mr. L. j. Meem, last week, captured fine
buck, near the turnpike, in Mems Bottoms,
in Shenandoah county. The deer weighed 100
pounds neat. 1t was found feeding with the
cattle. Messrs Glenn and Coversrone of Powell's
Fort, in Shenandoah county, killed on the 4th
inst, black bear which weighed 225 pounds
neat; also two fine deer.
In Shenandoah aud other Valley counties
the wheat is said to have suffered much from
the ravages of the fly The Shenandoah Valley
says on the farms of Isaac Bowman and Mrs
Sloner, near Buck Hill, in this county, the
fields are almost barren. These are by no
means exceptional cascs-but they are confined
principally to the early sowing.
On Saturday last, while Charlie, son of Jas.
Windle, Of New Market, was playing in rear
of the slaughter house, be was attacked by a
| vicious hog, and would have been killed but
for the the timely observation of his father As
II was he received several severe wounds.
Miss Elizabeth j. Anderson, daughter of
the late John Anderson, of Woodstock, died
very suddenly on Wednesday. She had come
down stairs and was passing through the hall,
when she fell and Immediately expired Her
disease was apoplexy.
Mr.. Samuel Moffett, one of the oldest and
most prominent citizens of Shenandoah, died
on Sunday last. He was distinguished for his
intelligence, probity, and gentlemanly bearing
and was fine example Of the Virginia gentle
man OF the old school
Rev. Dr. Witherspoop, now Chaplain Of the
University Of Virginia. has been called to the
pa.torate of Tabb street Presbyterian Church,
Of Petersburg.
The fair held in Millwood, the latter part of
last week for the benefit Of the Methodist
Church in that place, realized 500, after pay.
ing all the expenses.
The Corporation Of Berryyile has imposed q
tax of s on dogs, and s. on bitches.
LOUISIANA The following is dispatch to
Acting Governor Piuchback, from the Attorney
General: r.
WASHINGTON, D. c., Dec. II, 1872. q
Let it be understood that you are recognized
by the President as the lawful Executive of
! Louisiana and that the body assembled at Me-
chanics Institute is the lawful Legislature of
the State, and it is suggested that you make
proclamation to that effect, aud also that all
necessary assistance will be given you and the
| Legislature herein recognized to protect the
State from disorder and violence
GEORGE H. WILLIAMS,
| ATTORNEY General
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13
FOR THE HOLIDAYS.
NO. 93 KING ST.
CHRISTMAS GOODS

Parties seeking CHRISTMAS PRESENTS
will find al innuuerable variety of suitable
goods in
MY STOCK.
FINE FANCY BOXES AND PLAIN
BOXES,
Filled with Fine Candy, make very acceptable
present.
A large stock Of CORNETS and SMALL
BONES for Christmas Trees.
1000 POUNDS OF CANDY.
fridays, Whitman's and Walsce s. Co.'S
RA1SINS,
in quarter, half and whole boxes.
CITRON, CURRANTS,
NUTS, LEMONS,
GRAPES, FIGS
BARBARA DATES,
CANTON GINGER,
PINE APPLE CHEESE,
and about 1901 more articles.
have r stock Of very cheap TEAS, and can
sell at New York and Baltimore prices Some
put up in one pound canni$ters; nice present
FINE CIGARS, 50 in u box. Buy one for
your friend.
FINE CIGARS, 100 in box Buy one and
give it to some nice fellow, and he will think of
you when he smokes them.
shall be satisfied if l sell $1,000 worth of
goods this Christmas, and advise all to come be-
fore the rush and get the best.
4 merry and happy Christmas to you all.
LEWIS HOOFF, Jr.,
dec 13-tJl No. 81 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13
RED Nj EN-

At the fair recently held at Hamilton, Lou
doun county, by ketoctin Tribe, No 80, l. O.
r. NJ Osceoa Tribe No. l. OF this city, con-
tributed, and this is the response:
Resolved, That we tender to O<ceola Tribe,
No. l, 10 r. NJ, our warmest and most heartfelt
thanks for their very liberal donation, feeling
that it was prompted by the spirit Of Freedom.
Friendship and Charity, and We feel grateful
that the fr.ternal instincts of the mother were
manifested by old Osceola, thu: showing that
she is mother III spirit and in truth. Her
daughter kctoctin will never forget her.
Resolved, That we regret exceedingly that
circumstances sho7ld have transrired to prevent
the brothers Of O.ceoa being pr sent with us at
that time, but we hope the day is not far distant
when through the mercy of the Great Spirit we
may all greet each other around she council fires
in the true spirit of our beloved Order.
Fraternaly,
5. r. STEELE,
r. O. WERKISG, c,,;..,o
9. w. SCHVoLEr,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13
Letter from Clarke County.

Correspondence Of the Alexandria Gazette. |
WHITE Posi-, Clarke Co. Dec. 1.-THE
weather in this vicinity for the past few days
has been intensely cold, though to day the
temperature is more moderate with every in
dication of snow.
The horse disease is wide spread through
this county, though attended with but little
mortality, and that principally from the want
of proper attention.
Greeuway Court, the residence of Captain
Joseph Nc Kennerly, within milelof this vii
lage was partially consumed by fire on Tues
day morning last The main building was en-
tirely destroyed, but the wing was saved owing
to the exertions of the neighbors, who, from
all quarters, hurried to the spot upon the re-
port Of fire. The Greeuway Court estate is
historic, being formerly the property of Lord
Fairfax, the early friend and patron of George
Washington, and the scene too of his WASH
ingtou' sl early labors as surveyor. The build
ing used BY Washington as land office still
stands upon the primises. The original Green
way Court mansion was some years since pull
ed down The residence just destroyed was
erected nearly upon the site of the old build
ing by the father of the present proprietor
Upon the property there was no insurance, the
policy having only recently expired. Captain
Kennerly, gallant and tried soldier, has the
sympathy Of the entire community III his loss
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The Baltimore American publishes a dispatch
contradicting the statement that Patterson who
was elected to the U. S. Senate by the South
Carolina Legislature, had been imprisoned on
the charge of bribery. A member of the Legis-
lature named Miller swore out warrant against
Patterson and he was arrested, but released on
BAIL The magistrate who issued the warrant
has been removed by vote of the Legislature,
and Miller, it is said; has left to avoid arrest
on the charge of perjury.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Lerdo, tue new President OF Mexico, promises
in his inaugural address, that he will himself
obey the constitution as the supreme law of
the land, and enforce obedience to it. He cites
his course during his late temporary incum-
bency Of the office Of President, as proof that
he will maintain union among Mexicaus, com.
plete liberty of the press and rights of indivi-
duals, and hopes at the termination of his
term to be able to say civil wars are finished
and public confidence restored" The republic
is tranquil
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The Supreme Court yesterday heard the ar
gument on the motion made by Mr.. Ogden in
behalf of Gov. Warmoth, Of Louisiana, for u
writ of prohibition against Judge Durell. The
chamber was we'll filled with those drawn to-
sether on account of the interest attaching to
the case At the conclusion OF his argument
the court announced that the case will be held
under advisemcnt and decision rendered on
Monday next. The government was not rep
resented at ALL The telegram of the Attorney
General to Pinchback, announcing that the
President recognizes him as the executive OF
Louisiana, is hailed with great delight by the
Kellogg adhercnts This, nf course, renders
Warmoth powerless, as the government will
sustain Puchback and his Legislature.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13
DIED.

In this city, at - . clock on the night of the
18th instant, w. w. WHITE. in the 9th year
of bis age. GS~The friends snd acquaintance
OF the family are invited to attend his funeral,
which will take place from his late residence, on
Water street, near the corner of Wolfe. on Sun
day afternoon, ut o'clock.
In Baltimore, on the 10th instart ISABELLA
BANhHEAD MAGRUDER, mged 70 years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The constitutionality of the act of the Illinois
Legislature, fixing maximum tariff on the
railroads of that State, has been affirmed by
Judge Upton, of the Circuit Court of Illinois.
The case is to be carried, by appeal, up to the
Supreme Court of the United States.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Col Robert W. Hughes, U. S. District At
torney in Virginia. has written an able letter
to the Mr. George +. Hoar Of Massachusetts,,
on the petition of the ancient college of William
and Mary to the Congress of the y. S. This
college, excepting Harvard, is the oldest in the
country. and We hope to see its petition for re-
lief promptly acted on, with libcrality and
Justice.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

INTERESTING FACTS. The tax collected by
district inspectors for oysters was S46, 964.
There was paid for general expenses attending
the collection of the tax on oysters S29 POP.
The Adams Express Company is credited
with only IS. 80 Oh their net earnings to Feb
ruary, 1871.
The hire of convict labor the last year has
been quite remunerative, and better than ever
before reported. Col. Strother the Superin-
tendent has paid into the State Treasury, from
this. source, $40, l3S27.
The new feature OF charging the Banks with
State deposits. has resulted in replenishing the
Treasury this year to the sum of $50, 1923.
There was paid to D. G. Dejarnette, on &C
count of l2O days service, going to England as
Commissioner to obtain sundry papers bearing
upon the boundary question between Virginia
and Maryland, 81 200. Gov. Wise was paid
on account of per diem and expenses, as one of
the commissioners of this vexed boundary,
81, 40O.75, and VIM. Watts, another commits
sioner, up to the Sth of June, sS45.-Rieh.
Cor. Fred. Herald.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The Board of Directors of the Chesapeake
and Ohio Canal met in Baltimore, yesterday,
when the President submitted his quarterly
report. Notwithstanding the prevalence of
the horse disease, the coal shipped from Cum
berland was considerably in excess of the
amount shipped for the corresponding quarter
of last year, but there was heavy falling off
during the month of November. Of the earn
ings there remain in the treasury the sum of
1925, 43l. 81, to be applied to the payment of
the overdue coupons
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Mr.. Thomas NJ. Harvey, who, it may be
said, vas the originator Of the steamed oyS-
ste" business in this country, died yesterday
morning, at o'clock, in Baltimore, of iuhau-
nation of the brain, in the forty-third years of
his age. lie built aud was once the proprietor
of Harvey's restaurant in Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The Washington correspondent Of the Bos-
ton Journal states the fact that Mr.. Summers
resolution for striking the names Of home bat
ties from the flags is simply reproduction of
one introduced by him 10 1862, which at the
time received the support of Lieut.. General
Scott and of Gen Anderson, Of Fort Sumter
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Mr.. Wheeler, member of Congress from
New York has introduced bill ''to incorpo-
rate the governor and managers of the Exche-
ouer of the United States of America moth
ing less than scheme for the adjustment of
great national bank The capital is to be
800 OOO, 900, in shares of 81 ,000
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

At the Episcopal Theological Seminary, near
this place, during fifty years next October,
there have graduated 463 students; of these
l25 are dead. Fifty young men are at the
Seminary this session.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

William D. Muir, Grand Master of Masons
of Missouri, is dead He was born in Dinwid-
die county, Virginia, the 18th September,
1925, and removed with his father, Douglas
MUIR, to Cooper county, Missouri, in 1885.
He graduated at Lexington, Kentucky, and
was widely known as an able lawyer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The New York Finaucier for November Both
commences "a list Of dangerous railway Off
cialS." 1t is kind of rogues gallery, in which
a number of prominent stock jobbers are
brought forth very prominently,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The Philadelphia North American advises
the Southern States who wish to contend
against the monopoly of foreign trade in New
York, to follow the example Of Boston and
Philadelphia, and 10 go as heavily as possible
into the home manufacture of the very goods
upon which this foreign trade rests.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Nj. Edwin Forrest, the celebrated and popu-
lar actor, whose death was announced yestcr-
day, leaves no immediate relatives, his only
sister having died several years ago. He was
born in Philadelphia March 9, 1906. He made
his debut as an actor at the Walnut Street
Theatre November 20, 1920, as Young NorVal
He has appeared in the principal theatres Of
the United States, in prominent Shakespcarean
parts, and also in many American plays, the
most successful of which we're ''Metamora,'
1.-The Gladiator" and "Brutus." He played
a successful engagement in England in 1885,
During second visit to England, in 1887, he
was married to Miss Sinclair, daughter Of a
well-known singer. Mr.. Forrest had accumu-
lated fortune by his professional labors.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Speaking Of some late gifts for Colleges and
Art purposes, made by Mr. W. W. Corcoran,
ofWashington, the Richmond Wing says, that
gentleman has secured for himself memory
in the hearts best affections of thousands
throughout the land, far noblcr and more en-
during than marble could have perpetuated
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The National Commercial Convention, " is
in session at St. Louis. The following subjects
were recommended for discussion First, the
improvement of the western rivers second, a
ship canal around Niagara Falls and Fort St.
Phillips canal, at the mouth of the Mississippi
river third, Atlantic and Great Western
canal fourth, FIRE and marine insurance and
regulation of risks in proportion to the security;
fifth government regulation of railroad tariffs !;
sixth, aid to railroads by State or local authori
ties seventh, necessity for additional trans
continental railroads eight, protection of for
ests and encouragement of the cultivation of
timber; ninth national postal telegraph.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The Virginia House of Delegates has, by a
large majority, repealed the law authorizing
superintendent Of certain counties to impose a
tax on dog.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The steamship Scandinavia, that left New
York sixteen days since for Queenstown, has not
yet been heard of. Great fears are entertain
ed for her safety. g
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Not only the people of this district, but the
citizens of all this section of the State, deeply
regret the cause which has compelled the
resignation of Mr.. 7. N. Latham, of his seat
in the State Senate. He was faithful as we'll
as an able representative.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The testimony in the Uppercue murder case,
in Baltimore, has been given in, and the argu-
ments of the counsel 10 the case commenced.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Fox ScALps. Nearly TWO hundred fox
scaps have been registered and premiums al
lowed to citizens for thier capture by the Board
of Supervisors for Stafford county up to De-
ccmber lst The Board however, recinded
the order passed at meeting in April last, to
ALLOW premiums on scalps which takes effect on
the first o! January next After that date no
premiums will be allowed in consequence Of
county, and the repeal of the dog law.
No hope was yesterday entertained in London
for the recovery of the Eisccuntess Beacons-
field. the wife of Mr. DiSraeli.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Littells Living Age, for this week, received,
with variety of good selections from the
latest British Magazines.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The Baltimore Sun calls Harper's Weekly
otherwise known as the j ouraal of Civilization
the pictorial pole cat -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The New York Star is of opinion that the
proposed Centennial Celebration in Phila,
delphia is and will be "humbug."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

Capt. R. L. Cooper has been appointed by the
Board of Education Superintendent Of Schools
for the county of Stafford
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13
ALEXANDRIA,. Y A.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER IS, 1872

In the Senate, yesterday, the bill appropriate
ing so, 900 to the families of the men who
lost their lives in the Boston fire, was taken up,
and Mr. Morrill,, Mr.. Carpenter and others
spoke against it. The Senate adjourned with
out taking vote upon the bill.
In the House of Representatives the bill APP
propriatlng $50, 100000 to pay pensioners Tor
the current year was passed. Mr.. Garfield
stated that there are 232, lbs persons on the
pension rolls, of whom SIS are widows OF SOL
diers Of the Revolutionary war. OF these ven
cradle ladies only S. died last year. There are
l,l57 pensioners Of the wars between the close
Of the Revolution and the war of 1872, and
20, l26 of the war of 1912. There are POI, lSS
pensioners of the late war on the rolls, OF
whom 3,l72 derive their right to pension
through the navy. Only 9,l04 have been
dropped from the rolls, and 79,OS0 claims are
still pending The Soldiers Bounty Land bill
was also passed Should this bill become law
it will take from the public domain not less
than two hundred millions of acres. Every
officer, private soldier and musician who served
in the army during the late war, and every
seaman, marine and officer who served in the
navy or marine corps for the period of ninety
days, and was honoraby discharged, will be
entitled to one hundred and sixty acres Of
land; and if the soldier be Dead his widow may
claim the land warrant to which he would be
entitled if living; and if there be no widow,
then his orphan children, if such there be uu-
der the age oftweuty one, shall represent him
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The LOUISIANA WORTHLESS. From a
sketch of the personnel of the chief actors in
the Louisiana drama, in the Brooklyn IN. Y.
Eagle it appears that Judge Durell is the only
one who was born in Louisiana He has been
federal judge for years, and is man of ability.
He has made the judicial power accomplish re.
suits Barnard and Cardozo never dreamed
could be done. Marshal packard isa Western
contribution to the Crescent City and is not
only marshal, but is chairman of the State
republican committee. Warmoth is an Hi
noisian, was quartermaster on Grants and
Banks's stats, and was cashiered the service
for cause Pinchback is a colored man who
went down from the North. He is a torch
and-turpentine tramp and has advocated the
destruction Of New Orleans by incendiary fire
from his seat in the Legislature. Gen: Long
street, who is now serving under Pinch back, is
native of the South and formerly Confed-
crate general. 'Speaker" Lowell is postmaster,
and belongs to Ohio. These men have upset
Warmoth, which is not bad thing to do. and
have set up themselvee, which as the Eagle
observes, Isl very bad thing to do.-Bahinlore
Sun.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13
COURT OF APPEALS.

In the Court of Appeals, to-day, the judg-
ment of the District Court of Fredericksburg
in the case Of Nagee vs.. Newton ct ais, was
affirmed and in the case OF Edelin, ct al. VS..
Building Association ct ais, the judgment of
the court below was reversed and the case re-
manded to the Circuit Court of Alexandria
county for further proceedings to be had there
in. G. w. Wattles and Z. +. Stuart for ap-
pellsnt and F. L. Smith for appellecs.
". pEoTTOD
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

ALEXANDRIA CATTLE MARKET, Deer. ID
The offerings Of Cattle, Sheep and Cows and
Calves this week were very heavy, which, to-
gether with the inferior quality Of the majority
of the Cattle offered had the effect to cause :
very dull market at reduced prices We quote
sales at from n to &c for Cattle, ~ to sc for
Sheep, and 20 to S55 for Cows and Calves.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

FREDERICKSBURG MARKET, December r.
No change in the market and but few transac
tlons. Quotations of Wheat l70a200 for fair t.
prime white, and l70a205 for do. red. Old Corr
56a5S; new 52a56. Rye 6Oa70. Oats 45a50. =
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

The Auditor has boon called upon by the
Senate to furnish that body with the amount Of
funds now in the Treasury; what amount IS
held subject for the payment Of the interest
due January and July 1872; what will be the
amount of liabilities for the interest falling due
January aud July, 1873, at the rate of tour
per cent and six per cent, as also for the two
per cent withheld by the act 1872; what is his
estimate of the expenditures for the support OF
government for 1878, and his estimate Of the
amount derivable from taxes, at present rate,
applicable thereto, and what, in his opinion,
will be the deficit, if any.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

LYEcHBUEa MARKET, Dec l2-Rsceipts of
Wheat light; demand fair; white l6Oal90; red
locales; Corn dull and demand light; new Goa
81; old 65s70. Oats neglected at 45s5O Rye
steady at 8Oa85.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13

R1cHAosD MARKET, December l2-OfFering
Of Wheat light, with sales of white al l70.2G0 70
fair to choice, and 170sl95 for do. red. Sales Q
prime new white Corn at 81, good at Co. and ok
at IA; prime new mixed at 81. Nothing doin
in Rye or Oats.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-13
A., l.. & II. r. Il.

The report of the Board Of Public Works in
response to the resolution Of the Senate asking
for Information in regard to the sale of the
States interest in the Alexandria, Loudoun Il
Hampshire Railroad Is in effect that the com
pauy has not complied with the terms of the
sale and that the Board will shortly enforce a
deed of trust, securing past due payments.