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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
From Richmond.

Correspondence of the Alexandria Gazette
RICHMOND, Feb. 23.-The Senate has, after
great tribulation, and
By dint of much vexation,
And copious streams of persplratlon,
arrived at conclusion upon the vexed question
of the payment Of interest on the public debt.
The House bill repeating the coupon feature
of the Funding bill being taken up, substi-
tute, offered by Mr. Cochran, was adopted
ayes 25, noes IA, which provides that it shall
not be lawful for officers to receive in payment
of taxes or other dues to the State anything
else than gold or silver coin, q. S. Treasury
notes, or notes of the National Banks Of the
United States All other amendments and
substitutes, of which there were several, were
rejected or withdrawn, and the bill, asamended,
was then passed By vote of % to ID.
The following is the vote upon the adoption
of Mr.. Cochran S substitute:
AYEs-Messrs. Cochran, Fitzpatrick, French,
Graham, Greene Greever, Grinsley, Holiday,
Hundley, Lsckland, Lathrop Martin; Norton
Nowln, Nutting, Patterson, Penn, Prdemor,e,
Quesenberry, Robinson, Roller, Rue, Smith,
Stevens, Ward-25.
NoEs-Messrs. Anderson, of Pittsylvania, An
derson, of Rockbridge, Beazley, johnson, Kirk
patrick, Massey, Meem, Perrin, Taylor, of Lou
Qoun, Taylor, OF NoTlolk, 1crry' 1noNlas anu
Wynne-4.
Mr. Hundley presented bill to repeal the
Funding BILL and prevent the receipt OF coupons
tor taxes or other dues which was referred.
Notwithstanding the near approach of the
time when, by law, the session should termi:
nate, numerous were the "leaves OF absence
granted to-day in both Houses, and while the
absentees are off attending to their own private
business or on pleasure, the State is made to
suffer.
A petition was laid before the Senate to-day
from citizens of Clarke county praying relief
for the sheriff of that county.
The House Committee on Roads have
amended and reported the bill to incorporate
the Washington, Cincinnati and st. Louis mar
row guage railroad; and the Committee on
Courts of the same body have made an adverse
report upon the bill to regulate and define the
Jurisdiction of county and circuit courts, &c.
The House further discussed the oyster tax
bill and the assessment bill, the former of
which was severally amended.
The Senate laid on the table the bill impos-
ing tax on oysters, and discussed the bill re-
lating to the inspection OF leaf tobacco.
The special order for tomorrow 10 the Senate
is the bill to amend the code making certain
BANKS of Richmond repositories Of the moneys
of the State 1t is proposed to apportion the
$l.S00,O0O now on hand among four banks OF
Richmond, two in the Valley, and one bank in
each of the cities of Petersburg, Norfolk, Lynch
burg, and Alexandria.
The apportionment Committee met last mig hit
but had so small an attendance as to induce
them to adjourn without doing anything
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

The PEABODY TRUSTS. The report of the
Trustees of the Peabody Donation Fund for
the year ending December LIST, 1871, has iu.t
been published in the English journals. Under
the first trust FIVE groups of buildings at Spit
alfelds, Islington, Shadwell, Westminster. and
Chelsea, have been erected, with accommoda-
tons, collectively, for nearly six hundred fam
lies A site at BermoDdsey has also been pur-
chased, on which the trustees contemplate the
erection of buildings The original fund of
$3.50, 900, together with the accrued rents, now
amount to 1914, GA, represented by lands and
buildings valued at $Sl5,463, by investments
amounting to $40. 992, and by a cash balance
of S22l59. Under the second trust, the dona-
ton amounting to Sl,000,000 became availa,
BILE for building purposes in 1862 and 10 1873.
10 accordance with Mr. Peabodys bequest.
further amount Of S750,00O will be added
Out of this fund, sites at Chelsea and on the
Blackfiiars road have been purchased. On
the last named property, known as the Magda-
len Hospital Estate, buildings affordng accom-
modations for three hundred families have
been erected, and are now occupied In these
dwellings new style and system of construc-
ton were introduced, giving greater comforts
and conyeniences to the tenants than In the
buildings previously erected. The second fund
on December LIST, 1871, amounted to $l,l04,-
92S, represented by land and buildings valued
at 1868. $50, by investments $7O5,9lO, and by
cash, $30,096.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

The Turkish Government is pressing for
ward its scheme of railroad extension with
energy Asiatic Turkey is to be permeated
with network of railway lines, and the whistle
of the locomotive is to awaken the echoes of
the Garden of Eden. The first section of this
railway system, from Scutari, opposite Con-
stantnople, to Ismid, or ancient Nicomedia,
a distance Of about tfty-six miles, will be open
for traffic in September next. A further ex-
tension Of hundred and twenty-five miles to
Eski Shehir has been surveyed, and efforts are
making to secure the capital requisite for its
construction.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

Mr.. Logan is engaged in preparing the re-
port for himself and Messrs Morton and Thur
man, of the Senate, against the claim of Abbott
to the vacant seat from North Carolina and
Mr.. Carpenter for himself and Mr.. Rice, in
preparing the minority report in favor of Alb
bolt. The credentials of Gov. Vance have
never been before the committee on elections
and privileges. This case disposed of, the
question of the validity of the choice of Gen.
Ransom by the Legislature Of North Carolina
will next be considered. 1t is anticipated the
subject will occasion prolonged debate in the
Senate
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
LEGfL .A.UTISES.

VIRGINIA: At Rule. held in the Clerk
office Of the Corporation Court of the city
of Alexandria, on the 9Th day Of February, 1872
David Lescallct. plaintiff against w. ". Swain
and Robert Bell, .jr., administrator OF George
Swain, DECEASED, defendants. In chanc.ry and
upon IN attachment.
The object Of this suit is to recover of the de
PENDANT w. w. Swain, the sum of S2is, with
interest till paid and to attach the ;nterct OF said
defendant, III the persona estate OF hi> father
George Swain, deceased, in the HANDS of Robert
Bell, jr., administrator, and also isis interest III
the real estate of which SAID George Swain died
seized.
The defendant, w W Swain, not having
entered his appearance and given security &C
,ordng to the act of Assembly and the rules OF
this Court and it appearing by affidavit that he
is not resident OF this State, 1t Is ordered that
the said defendant appear here within one month
after due publication of this order, and do what
is necessary to protect his interest III tins SUIT
and that copy of this order be forthwith IN
serted in the Alexandria Gazette newspaper
published in the city OF Alexandria. once n week
Tor four successive weeks. and posted at the front
door OF the Court House of this city.
A copy, test: MORTON MARIE E, CT k.
NJ. D. Ball, y. O. l,b l0-w4w
VIRGINIA: At Rules held in the Clerks
Y office Of the Corporation Court Of the city
of Alexandria, on he 9TH day OF February, 1872
y. Boush who trades under the name and style
of n. Bo,lsh l. Co., plaintiff, against J. \. Bon
ncr, defendant. In cusC-;ssumpslt ana upon
an attachment.
The object of this suit is to recover of the de
PENDANT the sum of $500, and to attach the estate
of the defendant, within the State Of Virginia,
and subject it to the payment of the said sum.
The defendant, J. n. Bonner not having en-
tered his appearance and given security accord
ing to the net of Assembly, and the rules of this
Court and it appearing by affidavit that he
is not resident of this State: 1t is ordered that
the said defendant appear here within one month
after due publication OF this order, and do what
is necessary protect his interest in this suit and
thut a copy of this order be forthwith Inserted in
the Alexandria Gazette, newspaper published
successive weeks and posted at the front door Of
the Court House OF this city. copy, test:
MORTON MARYE, CLERK.
Francis L. Smith, jr. p. q. feb lO-w4w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
FOREIGN NEWS.

1t is said the French Government will make
the passage of the bill increasing its power
over the press Cabinet question. The eau
lois has been succeeded by newspaper,
l. Etoile The suppression Of this journal is
expected The Royalist manifesto, on which
the hopes of a fusion of the Legitimists and
among members of the Right in the Assembly
for additional signatures. It has not been
printed, and its terms are kept secret. The
prime leaders in the movement have addressed
a note to the journals, stating that publication
of the document is withheld at present in or
der to avert agitation that the list of signatu-
res is increasing, and when the crisis comes,
the party will be ready.
Queen Victoria has returned from Osborne
to Windsor, where she will remain to be in
readiness to participate in the thanksgiving
services at St. Paul's, Tuesday next 1t is
possible that the Prince of Wales may not be
able to attend the Cathedral that day. The
Standard says that the Prince is suffering from
slight indisposition, which may compel him
to be absent
In the House of Commons last night Mr.
Bentinck gave notice that he should at an ear
" day move that divisions of the House be
conducted by ballot. Mr.. Hugessen, Under
Colonial Secretary, replying to Mr. Dalrym-
pies inquiry, said that collisions between Am
erican and Canadian fishermen were, in the
opinion of the Government, impossible, but
precautions would be taken.
Mr.. Jay, United States Minister at Vienna
gave a supper Thursday night in honor of
Washington birthday, which brought large
and brilliant party together. Among the
guests present were the members of the British
Embassy Hengelmuller has been appointed
Secretary to the Austrian Legation at Wash
ington.
The Bishop Of Orleans and the Dukes of
Rohan and Tremoille have arrived at Antwerp.
The number of strangers is constantly increas
ing, and their preence causes much agitation In
the city. Last night the streets we're occupied
BY tumultuous, crowd, and the police were
ont 10 force.
For some time past angry feeling has exis-
ted between Alsatian and German workmen 10
Berne, and yesterday it eliminated in serious
riot. The disorder was suppressed By the au-
thorities, and twelve Of the ringleaders were
arrested. but not until many persons had been
severely injured.
Although the appointment of Lord North
brook to the Viceroyship of India has been
pronounced premature, there is but little doubt
that it will ultimately be made. The Marquis
of Lansdowne will probably succeed Lord
North brook as under Secretary of State for
War.
There is at present living in Paris man
named Jules Aymond, who served in Les
Gardes Franchises at the taking of the Bastile,
and may probably have been witness Of the
slaughter of the Governor, De Launy He re-
ceived a bayonet wound while mounting to the
assault He is now lOl years Of age, and
fought through the campaigns of the Republic
and the first Napoleon, and is decorated with
the Cross of the Legion of Honor He was ar
rested recently for hosting black flag. at
Montmartre on the anniversary of the capltu-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

A meeting of the Stockholders of the Fred
ericksburg, Orange and Charlottesville Rail
road Company was held in Fredericksburg on
the ed inst, and an organization perfected.
I, W. Walker, of New York, was elected pres
ident and W. NJ. Smith, of Philadelphia sec
rotary. Lieut.. Gov. Marye was chosen one of
the directors, the other directors residing in
Pottsyi)le, Pa, and New York.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

Among the gifts of the late George Peabody
to his countrymen, was one of ten thousand
dollars to establish and support library in
Georgetown; and it is understood that the
trustees of this fund intend to invest it careful
ly until it amounts to sum sufficiently large
to enable them to erect fine building.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
.E.Y RKxED.

February 2lst, 1872, by Rev. J. a. Haynes,
Mr. GEO. w. CRAIG and Miss EN- NJ \ y. V.
DODD, both Of Loudoun county, Va.
By the same, on the I'D nstaLt Mr.. FRAN
CTS T. CRAIG and Miss EMILY J. CRAIG,
both of Lnudoun county, Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

A novel mode of rescuing would-be suicide
from death was practiced in Richmond last
Saturday. A gentleman swallowed bottle of
laudanum, and his sympathiziug friends tied
him to post and thrashed him with switches
until the effects was worn away. When the
physician arrived he announced that there was
no use for his services.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

Judge Davis, of the Supreme Court, accepts
the nomination of the Labor Reform Conven-
ton for President Il is said that the nomina-
ton was the result of conference of Demo
Gratis and moderate Republicans, recently held
in Washington, and that the nomination will
be endorsed by the Cincinnati Convention.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

At the meeting of the Washington Monu
ment Association, yesterday the following of
6cers were elected: Second vice president,
General W. r. Sherman; third vice-president.
W. W. Corcoran; secretary Johu Carroll Brent ;
treasurer, j. B. H. Smith. The death Of Col
onel Peter G. Washington was announced, and
appropriate resolutions of respect, offered by
DR.. Blake, were adopted and the vacancy in
the Society caused by Colonel Washington 5
death was filled by the election of Hon. James
G. Kennedy General Grant is president ex-
officio
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

A Northern gentleman, who has spent some
months in Florida, says that the sale at auction
of the whole of that State would not bring as
much as the State Indebtedness, run up by the
''c;rpet bag reconsructionists, since the war
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

The draft of the bill prepared by the Com
missioner Of Internal Revenue for the consoli-
dation Of the tax on whiskey fixes the tax at
seventy cents a gallon, to be collected at the
diStillerv
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

The National Temperance Convention at
Columbus, Ohio, have nominated James Black,
of Pennsylvania, for President, and John Rus
sell, of Michigan, for Vice President.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

The House Committee on Appropriations
yesterday agreed upon the fertilization appro-
priation bill, which appropriates about s2,000,-
600. Fort Foote and Fort Washington, Nd,
are allowed s21,5oo; and Fort Monroe, Va,
So 500
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

The Philadelphia North American remarks
that the one thing that retards the progress Of
American development is the excessive taxa
ton of all kinds, national, state and local.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

The New York Tribune very pertinently
asks, docs not Senator Conkling know that
DO man can differ with the President and live
ronu h];can -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

Diamonds are coming down, as We learn by
advices from the Cape OF Good Hope, where
they are selling, at auction, at decline of
twenty five per ct. on previous prices.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
BOARD OF INDIAN COMMISSIONERS,
" AsuINGTnN u C. Inn 81 lSIl

WAsHINGroN, ID. G., Jan. 81, 1871.
Rer. r. G. Chimney:
Dear Sir:-I am under many obligations for
your prompt aid at short hand writing in reiev
ing this office of considerable accumulated cor
reSpond4nce The neat and efficient manner III
which the work was done, rs well as your per-
sopi,l courtesy, add much to these obligations.
Trusting others may have the benefit OF your
valuable services as well rs myself, | am dear
sir. very truly yours,
feb y-lw VINCENT GOLFER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

Mr.. Cory Waugh, an old and highly respec-
ed ctized of Orange county, died on Tuesday
last, aged ninety years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

j. Dean Smith, prominent member Of the
Baltimore city bar, died suddenly yesterday
morning of heart disease He was for many
years counsel for Adams Express Company.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
LIST or LETTERS

Remaining in the Alexandria, Va, F"st"tfce.
February "a, 1871.
Persons calling for letters will say they are adj
vertised and give the date of the list.
If not called for within thirty days, they will be
sent to the dead letter office, in Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
DIED..

From u wound received by the accidental dis
charge of a shot gun, on Saturday the 24th IN
slant, OVERTON TAYLOR. gess"The frien DIS
and acquaintance Of the family are respectfully
invited to attend his funeral, from his late resi-,
dvnce, on Prince street, between Fairfax and
Water, tomorrow (Sunday) afternoon, ut three
o'clOck
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

The passenger train north on the Cincinnati
and Louisville railroad, due at Coviugton at
doom yesterday, fell through bridge, three
miles uorth of E;liston Station. The bridge
was twenty feet high, and seventy feet span.
The locomotive passed over safely and the struc-
ture went down with two passenger cars, the
baggage, express and mail cars, which were all
piled together in mass Of ruins below. The
front passenger car was reduced to splinters.
while the others Jared but little better The
fragments of the first car were soon in flames,
but were subdued There were about six
ty.fve passengers on the train, Of which num-
be1 two we're killed and fifty two wounded.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
PHoNoeRApHi:-
REV. r. 6. CLANCY, AN, Teacher.

Private classes will be formed in Washington
city, ID. G., and Alexandria, Va. Mr.. G. has
had y or IA years experience in teaching this
beautiful art: WAS taught BY Mr.. Pitman, Uhc
author of the system Terms moderate. Refers
to Dr. II. Snowden, and q. II. Mushbach esq,
Alexandria, and to Hon. Judge Geo. 7. Fisher
and Hon. Vincent CoIycr. See letter. Thursday
evening from to 9p m, AeXandria; Friday
and Tuesday evenings, Washington city, do.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

Shad have made their appearance in the
Richmond Market.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
GINGER FAMILY SEWING MACHINES,

The demand for this fi,vorte SEWING MA
CHINE is still increasing, and the great number
sold in this city during the past year is without
precedent. The machine is question is simple
compact durable and beautiful, and is beyond
doubt less liable to get out of order than any
machine claiming public attention, and can be
operated by child The sales Of this m"chln"
since its introduction have steadily increased,
leaving all competitors far behind. This fact
alone is proof of its superior merits over al
other machines. Over one hundred and fifty il
daily use in this city, giving universal satisiac-
ton. For references examine my books and
Judge for yourself. Machines sold on TIC most
liberal terms, and satisfaction guaranteed III ev-
cry case. {. {. BEKkl AGENT
Alexandria, Va
Orders from the country promptly attended /"
ian 25-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
CIGARS, TOBACCO, SNIFF, EyEE%~
NO. II KING STREET.
NH Give me 4 call.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS.
Just received n large lot of FINE FIOLlNS,
ranging from So to IS, the cheapest ever Offered.
The finest assortment of GERMAN AND
FRENCH ACCORDEANS in town.
BANJOS of my own make, very low. l,,.
The largest variety Of VIOLIN SIKlNIS,
of my own importation, the b - to be ioun'
South of New York, wholesale and retail.
Violncellos, Guitars. Flutes, large lot o!
Mouth Organs, Jews Harps, Violin Bows. &c
All kinds of Musical instruments re paired.
ON HAND,
Several fine frst-c.ss SECUND-HAED r.
AMOS, very low, number OF Sm!th's Ceie-
bra,ed Parlor Organs, including Il large one
CaII ut V. BECKER'S Piano and Music
Store, l49 King street. Alexandria Va. dc ID
rARDW WARE, CUTLERY, sc,
III In great variety.
We have in store, ut IS King street, very
large and we'll assorted stock Of goods IN Oh!
line which we are offering at y small advance
preparatory to making our Spring purchases
Cali and see it will pay you to examine before
making your purchases: COW
ian Il JOHN T. CREIGHTON Y sun.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
COMMERCIAL.

ALEXANDRIA MARKET, Feb. 24-The market
for Wheat closes active at yesterdays quota.
tions; offerings of go bushels white and 8O3 of
red, with sales of the former at $50 for choice,
and of the hitter at l65 for fair ITO for good, and
$50 and ISL for choice. Corn is active and lc
better offerings of 1902 bushels mixed and so Of
yellow, with sales of the former at 81, 68 and &c.
and of the latter Mt IS. Rye is quiet; sales of 30
bushels at IS. Oats are unchanged; offerings of
$50 bushels, with sales at ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24
DEAU TIFUL CHROMO a 7
ID j. ?. CLARkES,

NO. 1873 KING STREET
The largest and best collection of FINE
CHROMAS ever offered in this city, selected
with great care from the best publishers.
These pictures are equal to the finest Oil Paint
ngs An elegant parlor ornament
The best Holiday Gift out-a beautiful assert
ment of SWISS and AMERICAN WALL
ORNAMENT
A large collection of WALL ILLUMlNh-
TIONS and SMALL PlCTU RES.
PICTURE FRAMES OF the latest style and
finish. All Of the above ut greatly reduced
prices acc 10
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

The Cabinet meeting yesterdayit is said, had
beforeit Lord Granville note of protest against
the American claims for indirect damages at the
Geneva Tribunal Although no official publ
cation Of the note is made, it's understood that
it calls attention to the differences of opinion
regarding the Interpretation Of the treaty, and
says that Her Majcsty's Government hold that
the so-caled indirect claims are not properly
within the jurisdiction Of the Geneva Tribunal.
The note is clothed with assurances ofthe friend
ship entertained by England for America, the re-
greet felt at the existence Of any misunderstood
lug and the expression of an earnest wish that
some means may be found to reconcile the diff
6culty and enable the two countries to proceed
with the arbitration. tits not doubted that
the reply OF this Government will reciprocate
the wishes Of the Queens Government tor an
amicabe adjustment of the matters iu dispute.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-02-24

THE NEW YORK INSURANCE COMPANIES =
The New York Bulletin says that fifteen in
surance companies in that city, with liabilities
amounting to ST. 900, 900, mostly incurred by
the Chicago conhagration, have failed to fulfil
their own offers of prompt settlement at from
twenty to fifty per cent, not a dollar having
been paid in four months 1t also states that
reports were 10 circulation to the effect that
several of these companies were using their
assets to secure reorgan zation under other
forms, and thus to escape their legal liabilities.
AS means of preventing the absorption ofthe
remaining assets estimated at So ,O0o,00O a
convention of Chicago claimants have resolved
to take legal measures to force the companies
into bankruptcy, and thus compel them to
diSgnrge their money.