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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The Washington Chronicle says, 10 reference
to the 'doipgs'' 10 Louisiana, that ut looks as
If the legislative body in session at New Or.
leans were inclined to rush matters with pre-.
cipitancy that can not fail to work evil. The
abolition of courts and ejectiDg legally elected
members because they have failed to take their
seats in the Republican body, or have entered
the Warmotb Legislature, looks as if there was
more of vindictiveness than wisdom and regard
for public peace
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

All the lists of the electoral colleges Of the
several States for President and Vice President
excepting three, have been sent to the presi
dent of the Senate by mail, though not more
than one.third of the entire lists required by
law to be delivered to him by messenger have
yet been received. Louisiana sends lists from
two different electoral colleges The two
houses of Congress in joint convention vii
determine which list shall be counted, on the
second Wednesday 10 February
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The action of the Japanese authorities in
the matter of the coolie ship Maria Luz has
created great excitement and Indignation in
Peru. The ron-clad Indepencia will leave i'm
mediatcly for China and Japan, aud the cor
vette Union, now repairing in England, has
been ordered to the same destination The
ministers of Peru at the courts OF feddo and
Pckin have been forwarded ample instructions
on the points in question.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

Representative Monroe is to introduce a bill
authorizing the Comptroller Of the Currency
to make an examination of all banks in the
District of Columbia incorporated under the
general act of Congress, and to report results.
The object of the bill is to secure official kuow-
edge ofthe condition of the numerous savings
banks in the District, which have thus tar beeu
free from any proper supervision, and to OBJ
tain the necessary security for depostors. The
most important institution affected by the bill
is the Freedmeu's Savings Bank.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The Richmond correspondent OF the Peters
burg Index says: 1T is cheering indication
for the future of the Conservative party in
Virginia that its representatives in the Legs-
lature are so much more fraternal than they
were last winter. Each seems disposed to yield
personal prejudices and preferences tor the
good of the party, believing upon its success,
next fall depends the prosperity of the Com-
monwcalth. This is not only the case in open
session but in caucus
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

\ government officer sent down to Atlanta.
Georgia, to investigate the accounts of the IN
ternal revenue collector for that district, has
reported to the internal revenue bureau that
the collector and several of his deputies indls-
criminately used the government funds for
their own private purposes aud that the col
ector had received presents from the tobacco
manufacturers for selling them stamps on credit;
in violation of the law. Ga the receipt of the
report, the commissioner issued an order sus,
pending the collector from Office.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16
DxEII.

At Hamilton, Loudoun CO.. on Sunday morn
ing last, Mr.. RODN Ely HATCHE aged about
so years. He was much respected by all who
knew him.
Near Hamilton, on Thursday last Mrs E
BECCA TAYLOR wife OF Bernard Taylor, III
the 18th year of her age.
At Woodland, Prince Georges county, Md,
on Friday, the 18th inst, MARY ID. BEA LIE,
eldest daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth
Bcale.
On the 10th of October, 1872. pusscl to bliss
full Immortality, the soul of q LSON ROZlER
WHALEY u m mbsr of the M f. Chruch
South III Fairfax e. H., Va, at the age Of "a
years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The Richmond Enquirer Of to-day says that
the Sheriff of Giles county on Saturday offered
to pay off the whole Indebtedness Of his county
in coupons, but the Auditor declined to receive
them without a maudamus Of the court, or un-
less the act of Assembly was repealed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16
twenty minutes.

I. The Washipg,ep Chronicle SAYS" AL dan
ger e, of kielene conflict betv6ed the parties
who are contcnliug for the supremacy in New
Orleans is ended blythe surrender of the State
Arsenal tuthe Federal officers 1t is to be hop
ed that a legal adjudication of the whole mat,
ter that will do full justice to all parties will be
secured as soon as possible.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The Washington correspondent ofthe Peters
burg Irdcx says: MIR. Summers physician
has enjoined upon him absolute rest and absti-
neuce from all exciting debate. Had his health
permitted he would have prepared some re-
marks in explanation of his bill to strike from
army flags and registers all reference to the
late civil war between the North and South
On account Of his prccarious health, Mr.. Sum
ner has delayed calling up his resolution.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

Mr.. John Ct. Nicoiay, Of Illinois, formerly
private secretary to President Lincoln, was yes
terday appointed Marshal of the Supreme
Court. The contest was between Mr.. D. Il.
Mckee and Mr. Nicolay.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The reduction of rates by the most powerful
life Insurance company in the couu try-the
Mutual of New York has aroused a contro-
versy, involving the principles on which the
system of life insurance is based and the policy
and management of the various companies.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

4 controversy is now going on In the New
Jersey courts, at Trenton, between the Pennsyl-
vania Central railroad company having the
lease of the New Jersey roads, and the parties
interested in the proposed National railroad
between Philadelphia and New York; for which
line the latter claim they have obtained charter
rights, while the Pennsylvania Central con-
tends that they have only bogus charter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The small pox has increased considerably IN
that section Of Washington lying to the east
ward OF the capitol, and barricadcs have agal'
been deemed necessary GU Pennsylvania avenue
east, near Bates clock store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

\ majority of the committee in the Naloua
Commercial Convention, that has just closed lts
deliberations at ST. Louss, reported in favor Of
a postal telegraph system.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The amount of 500, 900 which it Is proposed
to pay for representation Of American art and
Industry at the Vienna Exposition next year
is not at all satisfactory. General Van Buren,,
the American commissioner, says it is utterly
Inadequate.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

Rev. Thomas Muvey, vicar general OF the
Catholic diocese OF Virginia, died yesterday at
his residence in Petersburg, aged 60 The
funeral will take place at halt-past ten o clock,
ON Wednesday, the 18TH
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The New York fire marshal says that the fre
in the Fifth Avenue Hotel, originated IN Mary
Groves room, and was carried by the elevator
to the dormi,ory .oecppisd 10y the sclr9ubbers'
who were sutFocatcd before burned inasmuclh p
fass!thc flames had to burn from the hallway
,hron ugh! partitions walls, occupying fifteen OF
twenty minutes. .h.lI,...# 4. .....f..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

We have received the annual Report Of the
Board of Visitors of the Institution for the
Deaf and Dumb, and the Blind at Staunton,
VIRGINIA.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The investigation into the Credit Mobellcl
affair is going on, with much TENDING and
proving on both sides.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The Postmaster at Bolton, Mississippi, and
his deputy have been committed to jail on the
charge of robbing the mail
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16
ALEXANDRIA, GAZETTE AND VIRGINIA ADVERTISER

= r. TaMor Scott, of Warrenton, has, at their
request updcraken to Obtain for the ladies est Of
Fausdles eouhs, "a siulis Of money sufficient to
<eareef,a suitubls lmonua nent to tie memory Of
Caprainsy ohm Quincy Mari. FoEthis purpose
Zone huyarssr h6fys aoparswH be teapired..
EFiftysix dollars have already been subscribed.
We hope to see the whole sum soon procured
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

NEW BED b "A n h ETS AND BED
~ QUILTS, or COMFOkTS-a full supply.
Also Horse Blankets, colored and white III
great variety; White Covcrllds, or Counter
panes Nottingham Lace for curtains, &c. Ctll
and see them ut
dec 10 Il L. WOODS.
TOR SALE-Une Al octave PARLOR OR
IL GAN, IN perfect ordur, for sale ut VICTOR
BECkEK'S Music Store No. l43 King street.
viii be sold reasonably, as the owner expects
to leave the city. dec lG."t
T ACE COLLARS " uANDkEkI HE'S
Ladies in need of handsome Lace Collars or
Linen Cambria Hundkerchicis will find u iarsc
and we'll selected stock at
dec l6 OMES& ASHBY'S
( lLOTHS, CASSIMERES, sc.
We have just added largely to our stock or
Csssimeres, Cloths and kcrseys, and can offer
inducements in those goods. Also Beaver Cloth,
Chinchills Cloth and other goods for overconts.
dec IL HOOME & ASHBl.
GWEET CIDER received and for sale By
- AVERY & DAVIDSON,
decG 22f King ST., cor. Alfred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The wife of Mr.. Disraeli died in London ye.
tarAuv
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

The Warren Sentinel says that hog killing
is about over in that part Of the valley.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-12-16

AN invaluable remedy for emigrants and
persons travelling or temporarily visiting maa
rious Districts is to be found in Simmons Liv
cr Regulator. If taken occasionally it will
prevent ChilIs, Fcvers, and Injurious effects
from change of water
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

AkklsTEn FNk fkAlN.
INV YORK, Man 2-Cornelius Fisk, treasurer
OF the East Tennessee Zinc Company. v under
arrest for defrauding W. =. Poole Of Sio. 900. Ia
rePorted that the company h bankrupt.
A report relative 20
The METHODIST RooE CONCERN.
mace by Mr.. Gunn, who Was appointed a. an
Ssltrt by Dr. Carlton. Was made on NonSay 20
the book committee, hut voted down. It will be
presented 20 the general conference. N adirms
mar ne original records OF the details OF the
business OF the concern are incorrect. that the
cash account u not properly kept. and thu, the
aoechers are loosely preserved and difiicalt 20
mo, the result being that monies received aud
Ssrenced are mainly cOniectursl. the figures
,ehe changed, and the true condition OF the
~ Ss o1hcern cannot be stated in the absence OF
~ ~. pSoOAkeepels- The records OF the books have
hot oeen proved for several years.
1850 CctNsEL All coNE RACK ON utN.
~ ne new York Ttnes states that not oul y
bstCet and Graham. hut Gerry a;so has
aoahdontc Stokes n counsel. The reSult viii
rrobabiy be that the trial Of his eaSe on is
merits will soon commence "
BIDS FOR GOVERNMENT com
There were twen'ysN bid- for geld to aav
amounting 10 =. SS0 .0a0, At from iis 10 10 al
Amount advertised for sale l. - I'd. 81 D. and a
SOLO viii 50 ~ il2 a. 20 il2-0k.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02
From Europe To-Day.
DIR. LIVINGSTONE AGAIN

DIX. LIVINGSTONE AGAIN.
LONDON, May "A telegram has been re-
ceived in this city from Bombay, announcing
the safety Of DIR. Livingstone. The steamer
AbydOs, which carried the English Livingstone
search expedition to ZanZibar, had arrived at
that the great traveller was safe.
CONFLICT BETWEEN GREEKS AND JEWS.
CoNsTANTINoPLE, May Authorization has
reached here of a desperate conflict in the
streets OF Smyrna between Greeks and Jews,
growing out of the report that the latter, in
their religious ceremonies, had sacrificed an in
FAINT. Several persons were killed and wounded.
AT latest accounts the rioting had ceased, but IL
was expected il would be resumed, and troops
had been ordered to occupy the city.
TERRIBLE HURRICANE ON THE COAST OF Az
RIGA.
LONDON, May 2.-Advices from Zanzibar 10
the 9Th of April have been received. The island
had been visited by a terrible hurricane One
hundred and fifty vessels, of all classes were
sunk or stranded on the coast. The town of
Zanzibar was very badly damaged, and the loss
was estimated at S10,000,OO0.
THANKSGIVING FESTIVAL
for the restoration Of the health of the Prince
OF Wales was held at Crystal Palace yesterday
The attendance yesterday was immense, and
included many distinguished persons The royal
family WAS represented by the Princess Louise,
Prince and Princess Of Teck.
THE REPLY OF SECRETARY FISH
to the second note Of Earl Granville was handed
to the latter yesterday by Mr.. Schenck. IL L.
stated, no doubt by authority, that the negotia-
tons for the settlement of the differences be-
tween England and America are progressing
satisfactorily.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02
Anarchy ta Mexico.

THE FLAG OF EDWARDS"
NfN hoRk, May IA special Dispatch la'r 4
the Revolutionary camp. I've miles firm Mata-
moISs, AeIh SVth, SAYS: "A courier arrived
nom the in;esiOr TO day with dispatches Nhl-h
say mat Diaz has reappCared and occup.el sua-
dalaNara with a large force. The state OF GA
anajusto y I'm complete instruction and an
archN. Rocha has evacuated DURANGO and 4.
marching 10 JsliscO. Donate Guerra : follow
ing him. Borreeo has occupied Durango. Poor
animals compel slow movements OF lis army
serge guns viii be mounted on wagons tonight
and II Is expected that fire will be opened on
hStamoras To- morrow. There are no signs OF
movements on Bagdsd, although most OF the
CaNnrt are absent TrevinO received Motto OF
the black nag having been raised At NJ atAm ,ras
yesterday. He laughed, and said: The dag OF
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

damages on account of these claims would thus
be relieved. The United States would disclaim
asking for me- neyed award, which they have
not asked from the tribunal, and which their
people 90 not expect or desire. II by such
agree ment the two nations coald be brought to
accord on the subject Of the submission, the
arbitration could proceed. Ii is not known
whether such an agreement will be or can be
reached. TIE United States have made no
proposals in the premises, but 1t is believed that
proposed by Great Britain, might be accepted
by the United States, and that il would be
honorable to both nations. This, beyond doubt,
Is me extent OF what the President or any of his
advisers have thought possible or have in con-
temptation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02
ALLEeEp MrRnER.-Iamn.

ALLEGED MURDER.-James @. Robinson, a
Ia.n,er teslding IN Prince George county, sur
Coinmitted TO the jail, In this city, last Non Law
ahaer the charge OF killing a negro named
Inomas ~. johnson, which Robinson alleges
Was done in self-defence From the sta.sueS,,s
received, appears that Robinson aud .IohaSon
met at the store at Governors bridge last Sat
uIuay, When Robinson endeavored 90 engage
johnson TO work on his farm Some anyTv
WORDS ensued, ano the negro invited Robinson
our OF The store TO settle their differences. The
negro A. ne passed out OF the store, h l. alleged
drew from his pocket a razor Mr. Robinsc,,
followed him out, and by the time the other
persons IN the store AZ the time had reached th,
OUTSIDE they found the negro had been stabbed
i'm the stomach, and his entrails were nrotr1li,,,,
rom the effects OF which he soon after died
he coroner's jury In the case rendered YER
az. tns' me- death had resulted from a stab in
nicted by Robinson. We understand tbat fba
case has been submitted 20 the grand iury OF
TINS county. who have found a true hill of in
licdH. " " ~
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

How WESTERN CITY DoDGRs ITS CRFnI-
ToRs.-Ihe thriving city of WafertOwn, Wis
consin, owes $50, 900. and judgments aud eve
cutions are out against IL on the debt. The only
way they can be collected, however, Is by an
ofoer OF The court served on the city council,
directing a tax 10 be levied. The council eyades
this order by the resignation of a majority OF tie
aldermen, the entrance of the marshall helm
me signal Tor the dissolution of the municipal
legislature. III any business requires the action
OF the council, the vacancies are filled al a spe-
cial election, the quorum called long enough 20
GO business, and then the resignation again
Med Sharp tactics arc often employed bv the
United States marshal 90 get In a service OF his
mandamus while quorum Of aldermen remain
IN once, but the city has thus far succeeded in
docging its creditors
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

THE HUSTON IKvEsTIGATIoN.-Rev Mr..
Rodgers, presiding elder, who has the matter IN
charge OF investigating the charges against the
Rev. Dr. l.. ID. Huston, having completed the
same, yesterday forwarded a copy OF the formal
indictment 20 DIR. Huston, at Cincinnati, re-
guessing him 10 inform the presiding elder when
be would ready for trial. The COMMITTEES To trv
the case has been appointed, and as soon as DR.
Huston IL ready the investigation will be proce-
ded with. Rev. Mr.. Rodgers has gone 20 con.
sioerable trouble 70 insure a thorough inyestiga-
ton Of the case Bali. San, ia
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

A WEALTHY WIDOW MARRIEs The Poor
MAN OF hER FORMER hUsBAND.-A case o.
considerable interest II now on trial in Surro-
gate Hutchingshs Court. Two wears agO a we'll
known merchant OF this city, A. j.. Crprant by
name, died at Nice. leaving property worth
about 100000 20 be divided between has widow,
sister and niece. Gen. John A. Dix was one OF
the executors of the will. His widow incurred
some expenses after her husbands death i'm
erectng monument 60 his memory and on
coming 10 and returning from this country. and
she DOW puts IN claim before Surrogate Hutch
ings TO have the amount of these expenses,
which u put at $4,000, paid out OF the whole es-
tate OF her husband, instead of being paid out
OF her share. The hearing In the case has been
commenced, but the only poin. Of interest thus
Tar ELECTED is that the fond widow returned 10
Nlce 70 marry her husbands footman, Antoine
Gombo.-N. T. Star.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

NEW YORK, May 2.-The Methodist general
conference met at o. m, Bishop Simpson pre-
siding. Bishop Ames submitted a report of the
board of bishops, suggesting that the general
lay men 10 determine the boundaries of the an
nual conferences. The report was tabled and
ordered to be printed. The lay delegates then
congratulatpg the CHI rch that the Law deiegs.
non had been accomplished without M ucb scri
moniops discussion, and protesting against any
DIR. Curry said he had fought strenuonsIy
against lay delegation; but now that IL was
adopted he would accept the situation. ID. s.
Munsell and John Philips, "ministers,' ID. H.
elected assistant secretaries. Bishop simpson
stated that Bishop james was detained
from the conference. on account OF an afiiction,
ana he could not tell when the bishops would
be ready to present their quadrennisl report.
Ten standing committees were appointed. Ad.
journed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

Inc North Carolina democratic state con-
vention met at Greensboro Yesterday and nomi.
mated Hon. A. 3. Merrimsn for Governor.
1.-THE Mississippi republican convention met
al jackson, Miss, yesterday, but without
day. -' "
nTIt is reported that Prince Bismarck has
sent TO King Amadeus 1000 900 francs 70 Ia
used In putting down the Instruction. MALI
Dispatches report several Carlist defeats.
~There Ia q man IN New York 90 mean th.,
be only allows his wife $4,000 a year for dress
and she n IN consequence obliged 70 wear a
dressing -gowh hsu the time, In order 20 save
- Henry Ward Beecher saws: a copsia.r
myself Calvinistc you know, and I'm this way 4
beiieye what John Calvin would have believed
II ne had lived In my time and seen things a. \
see them. My FIRST desire IL 10 know What Is
true; and then am glad IL John Calvin agrees
with me; but IL he don't, 30 much the worse for
him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

SPAIN AND THE HOLY SEE.-h is reported
from Madrid that the Pope has written to Senior
Gorilla on the subject of the relations between
Spain and the Holy See, in which he says that
If Spain desires to be reconciled to the mother
church, the principles OF religious liberty must
tolerance Of public worship, but the Catholic
religion must be restored to its former suprem-
acy in the realm, the superintendent of schools
must be RENTED to the priesthood, and civil
abolished. u =
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02
and Arkansas Cockimp
Main.
WASHINGTON WINS.

Especial TO Evening Start
MEMPHIS, May 2.-The main between the
cocks of Washington and Arkansas for IS 900
ended with victory for Washington. The
count stood: Washington, II; Arkansas, G.
THE RACES.
The minor state sweepstakes, mile and half
for three year olds, thirteen entries, was won
easily by Flash beating High Constable, Torn
Aiken, Firehy, and robey. Time 2:44g.
in two straight heats. Time: 3i5, 34ls. At
tendance large; weather delightful.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

THE "coNsCIENCE FUND" OF the Treasury
Department was further increased to-day by a
contrib ution Of $50 from San Francisco.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

METHODIST GENERAL CONYERENCE-After
our report by telegraph closed yesterday, DR..
CATION be ratified and the lay delegates now ad-
mitted. After some discussion. the motion was
divided and voted on separately. The vote to
ratify the plan was 233 yeas to SO nays. The
vote on the motion to admit Law delegates was
H9 yeas, nay. The secretary then read the
list OF lay delegates, and said tive lay confer
ences did not elect delegates-the India and
adjourned,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

VAn Indiana matron Is 90 doing as we'll as
could be expected at the age of ~. It's girl
IBishop Fessler, who officiated a. secretary
OF the late Ecumenical Council, is dead.
@Marshal Jewell was inaugurated 1T New
Haven yesterday with fine military display.
~The large pipemen In the employ Of Com
mission of Public Works at New York, struck
yesterday for 90 90 per day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-02

How STOKES TAKES HIS Prison LryE-It
appears that Stokes, until recently, calculated
upon a speedy and triumphant escape from the
consequence Of his act, through the exertions
impatient. Said he to q visitor few DAYS ago
SID sooner be hanged than kept in prison dur.
ing the summer" 1t is related by the Tombs
with his brother In the yard of the prison, he
said, "You go off home and sell them horses And
I'll stay here till you come back.n-N Y STAR