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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

a,s- The Sabbath School connected with the
Methodist Protestant Church is requested 70
meet at the Church tomorrow Saturday slter.
noon at u clock, to attend the foneral u "
member of the School. A full attendance IS de-
sired (my "a It'll JAMES L. KILLGoRE, Pastor:
There will be called meeting OF the 20
nmbia Fire Company tomorrow (Fridsy)
9Th, at o'clock. nc
my 2S-2t NJ. MCLEAN, II: ..
NEW YORK STATE BUTTER for sale at
my q W. F. BROOKES s. BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

Thieves. The restaurant Of Michael Nor
mile, on the southwest corner of the lntersec-
ton of Prince and Henry streets, was broken
open and entered by thieves last night, and
rummaged, but nothing was stolen, the thieves
having probably been alarmed and driven OFT
before they could secure any plumber.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
Railroad to be Sold.

INDIANApoLIs, May 24.-The United States
Circuit Court, Judge Davis presiding, issued a
decree yesterday for the sale of the Indian
apois and Cincinnati junction Railroad by
", D. Griswold, receiver.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
JEW GOODS.

Ne" GOODS
Just opened q lot Of beautiful Lace Sacqucs
or Jackets; very cheap and very much worn.
Also Bishops Lawns, Japanese Robes; new
article.
Silk Striped Grenadines.
Striped Zenappine.
Black Grenadines.
Silk French Lining
White Cord for Childrcn's and Ladies Sac
qucs.
A great variety Of Fans.
Jpunese Poptins.
New and Beautiful Percales.
Cotton Goods, of all qualities.
Marseiles Quilts, very cheap.
Wine and Fruit Cloths, Prints, &c:
my ~ y. vi. , Il w n Il !.
WHlTE GOODS -for-
LADIES SUITS,
VICTORIA LAWN, ORG ANDES,
and All tbs
NEW CHECKED, STRIPED and PLAID
GOODS,
So much used this season.
ROBERT L. WOOD,
my q No. 62 King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

PERSONAL---VERY. Dr. John \. Broadus, OF
the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary,
will arrive in this city tomorrow and it is ex
rected will preach at the Baptist Church next
Sunday morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
Shelby county, Ala, Sept. IL, 1869

Shelby county, Ala, Sept. r. 1869.
DR.. VIM. H. Tut: Sir-Athough 1 am an
MD, and naturally lo.tle to all ''nostrurns,"
yet seeing is believing, and feeling is the ma ked
truth" l must say, from actual observation,
that your Liver Pills are all you represent them
to be, and little more besides. l shall always
recommend them. j. F. DENIM NJ. d.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
TELEGRAPH NEWS.
SPECIAL DISPATCHES TO THE GAzETTE.]
FROM WASHINGTON.
WASHINGTON, May "A, 1872.
CONGRESS

WASHINGTON, May "a, 1872
CONGRESS.
The Senate considered at length, to-day, the
Conference report upon the disagreeing votes
of the two houses on the Postal Appropriation
BILL
The House of Representatives was engaged
in the consideration of private bills until two
o clock.
o., A. &M R. r. CO.
Mr. Starckweather, from the Committee on
the District of Columbia, at 2:30 o'clock report
ed favorably on the bill for the O., A. & NJ. X.
r. Co. to convey passengers and freight within
the District Of Columbia.
Mr. Garfield opposed the bill on the ground
that the outlet of the tunnel was too near the
capitol.
Several amendments were offered so as to
have the track laid three or four squares from
the capitol.
The ayes and nays being demanded upon the
amendment to change the line where it emery
es from the tunnel to Second or Third street, 1t
was adopted by a vote OF | II to 81, and the bill
was then passed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
C.9.yHL COsn.HERCE.
$500 Es|l1M:IA H ssss:s

sssEeass;zs E325 -
ARRIVALS.
Boats D Lemen and George De w.t. 70
hampshire s. Baltimore Coal Go. Boats u l.
Taylor and Huntingdon, to Georges creek
Coal and Iron Co Boats james hoy, u =
Lowe, Alex Ray, H Flagg, q K Sistsre ana
Thos Patton, to American Coal Co. Boats j NJ
Resley, Ida s Harry and NJ Edwards to
New Central Coal Go.
DEPARTURES.
Boats Noble Grand, DR. j P Broadrick W >
Boothe, jr., Col j C Lynn, NJ Sanford, Gold
finch, j B Cazeaux, Norman. A Thomas
Mary Mertens, Robt Emmet. James Hoy, !
GGriss, lea s Harry, l. Lemen, u s ho w.
NJ Pesley, Alex Ray and d Z Flagg' ior ouin-
berland
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
Rawley Springs, my 23-lm
X ARLIN' SP RI \ G S.

x Z J. S z K I q ;.
This popular and convenient summer resort
has been put in thorough order, and mas been
greatly improved in various ways for the ac-
commodation Of the public
Excursion parties will be entertained upon
the most favorable terms. Apply to COOK y
CREIGHTON, Alexandria, Va, or ROBERT
BALL, It'll street, Washington, d. G. my Is
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

4 UCTION SALEOF VALUABLE
"A HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN FUR
MITH KETWii be sold by p96lie AUCTION on
cron street, Alexandria, Va, a large assortment
of Household and Kitchen Furniture, consisting
Of Parlor and Chamber Sets Tables, Chairs,
Mirrors, Carpets, sc Sale to commence at ten
o'clock. Terms: Cash on delivery.
my 2l-ts f A kERBY for The oWner
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

CONCERT The Alexandria Musical Asso
citation will give concert at the Assembly
Rooms tonight. They will be assisted by an
accomplished lady vocalist from New York,
and by other amateur and professional artists
and those who are fond of good music will enjoy
treat by being present See advertisement III
another column The doors will not be opened
until halfpast seven clock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
sL.U.VER RESORTS.
SPRINGS,

DAWLEY SPRINGS,
IL Eleven Miles from Harrison urg,
In Rockingham county, Va.
This celebrated Watering Place will be open
for visitors on the lst of June, 1872 under the
management of JOS. N. WOODWARD, Esq
The water of these Springs is the strongest
Chalybea'c in the United States, and speculiar-
~ efficient in the seases of females, while rs d
Tonic its virtues are unsurpassed.
ACCOMMODATIONS STRICTLY FIRST
CLASS.
Visitors leaving Baltimore or Washington by
the carly morning train arrive at the Springs to
ten.
RATES OF BOARD: Per day, 80; per week,
SIS per month, $50 Children under II years
of age and servants half price: A; B.. IKlCh,
Pres Board Of DIRECTORS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

SOUTHERN MAGAzlNE.-W have received
rho lime number of this excellent periodical
II has good table of contents and many lnter
esting and we'll written articles.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

@- DUTcHER's LIGHTNING FLY-KILLER
sweeps them off and clears the house speedily
Try it-Sold by dealer everywhere. ap29-eo2m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
BY r. A. kerby. AuctiOneer.

TXECUTORS SALE OF VALUABLE
u HOUSE AND LOT IN ALEXANDRIA,
On TUESDAY, May 18th, at eleven o'clock,
will be offered for SAFE, on the premises, No. lib
Oronoco street, between Washington and st.
Asaph sts., that desirable BRICK Dwell g.
LING and LOT, lately the residence of Mrs. Ha
Lucy l.. Turner, dec d. The lot fronts on Orono-
CO street III feet, with depth of 100 feet well
improved and handsomely ornamented with
shade trees, SC. The house is large and airy,
continuing IL rooms, including kitchen and
storeroom and in every Way of the most de-
sirabe in the city. Ii the property be not sold,
it will be rented 20 good tenant
Terms of Sale One-IOurth cash the residue
in one two and three years, with interest from
date Of sale, the notes being secured by deed of
trust on the property The terms, however, can
be modified to suit good purchaser. Deeds
and stamps ut the cost of the purchaser.
my l4-ts G. +. LEE, Jr.,' Executor.
i REAL ESTATE IN FAUQUIER CO.,
VA.-Ihc undersigned, John a. Carter, truss
tee, in deed of trust executed by VIM. 7. w.
Taiiutcrro and wife, dated June II, 1915, and OF
record in the land records OF Fauquier county,
Va, and John 5. Fowler, Assignee in Bank
ut public auction, at the depot at Linden station,
o., A. i NJ. r. r., on WEDN ESDAY, the
18th day of June, 1872, at about II q clock m,
the REAL Estate conveyed in said deed OF
trust including ali the right title or interest the
said Geo. w. Marshall, bankrupt may have in
the same. This land, consisting Of BIO ACRES,
more or less, was formerly owned and occupied
by W. L. W. Taaferro, and is now in posses
sion of Geo. w. Marshall, bankrupt The i'm
provements consist of u large DWELLING a..
HOUSE and necessary ut-buildIngs the Hill
land is of good quality, and being but about QUO
mile from Linden station o.. A. & NJ. r. T.,
makes the farm a desirable one.
Terms. One-third of the purChaso money in
cash on the day of sale; the residue in three
equal inStalments at II: IL and "A months, with
interest from the day of sule the purchaser to
execute bonds with good personal security for
the deferred payments, and the title to be re-
tanned until the whole of the purchase money is
paid. JOHN A. CARTER, Trustee
JOHN 5. FOWLER, Assignee.
Fsuouirr county M 2j-DaWts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

Dr. TUFTS Hair Dye promotes the growth of
the Hair my 20 eolw
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

RICHMOND MARKET, May 25-Market very
quiet no offerings of Wheat Small sales o
Corn at 8la82. No offerings of Oats and ne
sales of Rye reported.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

JEFFERSON CIRCLE, B. U. III. Fl G. A..
To CARLIN'S SPRINGS,
On TUESDAY, JUNE 4.h, 1872.
The commit pledge themselves TO make
this excursion pleasant TO all who may favor
them with their presence.
BEALLES MARINE BAND has been en-
gagged for the occasion.
Trains W Il leave the w. s. O. r. r. depot at
9 and 1030 a. m; and 40, and I p. m. Leave
the Springs at 9. 80 und II q. m, and ,, and II
p. nj.
Ladys ticket SOC; gentleman's ticket SOC
chidren's tickets 30c.
Committee of Arrangements-U kleindienst,
B. F. Penn, H. He bner, }. Keisler, K. I. Lu-
cas- and g. II. Hinken.
Floor Managers-B. F. Penn and Fl. Klein
dienst my 1S-2O, 25&2S&Jl,3 &4
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

A reply to the communication published some
days ago, in relation to Tug Boats received
and will appear to morrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

ATTEMPT TO Rob TICKET OFFICE. An un-
successful attempt was made last night to brake
into the ticket office at the O., 4. & NJ. Il; X.
depot stranger had been lounging about
there for several nights past, and last night,
while the Waterman was in another part OF the
yard, he attempted to prize open the window
of the ticket office, but was driven oft by the
Ratchman's dog.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

FREDERICKSBURG MARKET May 23.-Flour,
Super, . 5OaSlO; Extra SlOall Is; Family Ia
Sl3 Wheat white, l50a225; red l70a23O.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
BY Green IL Wise,

Real Estate Agents and Auchoneers.
WIKI IF pS6 SPIN Yt ASb hac &
SHOP BUILDINGS, AT ALEXANDRIA,
VIRGINIA.-B virtue of deed Of trust from
Smith u Perkins, dated May lst, 1874 and re-
corded IN liber Q, No 3, folio 40, of the land
records of Alexandria county, l will, as trustee,
N ESDAY, the 18th day of May, 1872 all that
valuable property lately known as the "VIR-
GINA LOCOMOTIVE and CAR MANU-
FEATURING COMPANY" having front
on the Potomac river of i76 feet, and On Wolfe
street of $50 feet bounded on the west for l16t IT,
by 70 feet alley, and on the south tor 2oO feet
by the north line of Hunters Ship-yard, con-
tanning upwards Of a 0OO square feet of area. 1t
has in addition good and substantial wharf 9ox
IS feet running into the river, with frontprvi-
lege of 2U6 feet to the channel, with sut1clent
water TO accommodate the largest vessels. On
the premises are large three-story BRICK
BUILDING, covered with slate formerly used
MS machine shop and a two-story BRICK
BUILDING. covered with iron, and q large
one-story SHED BUILDING connected with
the brick houses, and forming a ground floor of
lOOxl25 feet This property, for manufacturing
purposes or rs q coal shipping depot, has very
great advantages by water, aud a track of $50 it.
IN length will give connection with all of the
railroads centreing at Alexandria,
Terms One-third cash, and the remainder on
d credit Of five years, with semi-annual interest,
to be secured by negotiable notes and deed of
trust and policy of insurance. The costs of
conveyancing, including stamp duties, to be
borne by the purchaser. Possession given in
September.
up ~ cots JAN Els L. SMITH, trustee
CUGAR-CURED BEEF TONGU Els, choice,
~ at l47 King street. mo
my IA WM F. BROOkES BRO.
DEFRIGERAIORS and WATER COOL
LIZ ERS for sale cheap at
nv Is KEERLS 10 King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

SELTZER WATER at
- my23 WAKEFIELD & HALLS.
THEDDAR, Sapsago. Edam and New York
~ Factory CHEESE fJr sale at 147 King st..
my Is w. F. BROOkES s. BRO.
II ISSENGEN WATER at
IL my q WAKEFIELD s. HALLS.
nR1ED BEEF-Sugar-cured Dried Beef for
- sale by [my % J. G. MlLBORN.
ERENCH DRRESSING, or SHOE POLISH
u for ladies' and chidren's shoes, received
and for sale by
my II E.. S. LEADBEATEk BRO:
TONGRESS WATER at
~ my2l WAKEFIELD s HALLS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

LyScHBURG MARKET, May 23.-Flour an
Grain steady Wheat, white, l75al9O; red ITO
1856. Corn S3sS6 Receipts of Tobacco hight
and market very active
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

@ FOX RENT-WAREHOUS No. 81
a# King street, occupied by Brawner & Co
Apply to e. WIN. RAMSAY,
NV 9-tf S. Z. cor. King and st. Asaph sts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

MASONIC FAIR.-A large attendance was
present at the Masonic festival, at Sarepta Hall,
last night, and all seemed to enjoy themselves
Among the other numerous attractions on the
occasion was the splendid music Of the chorus,
and the Octette club of the Alexandria Musl
cal Association. A large delegation of the
Masons of Washington will be present, to night
when the Musical Association will again pro-
duce some of their choicest pieces.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
CODA AM VICHY WATER,

uYANTED-A GOOD COOK. Apply at
w this office. my CIV w
CODA AND VICHY WATER,
ICE COLD SODA and VICHY WATEK
arc now supplied by the fountains at my drug
store northeast corner of King and washington
streets, lap 25-tfl SAML. LONE.
IEYSER WATERa at ,1rc
VI my 81 WAkf1hAD " q - = y
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

EREE CON CERT,
ALEXANDRIA SUMNER GARDEN,
TWO nights, MONDAY, and SATU RDAY,
BALTIMORE LAGER BEER on draught.
May 70 and 26, commencing at o'clock p. M
if wealth err is favorable if not mkt fair night
A new and excellent STRING BAND has
been engaged. FRITZ SCH NElDEk,
my 1S-lw lbs King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

a.. FOR RENT The three-story slate rooted
esIl$$i BRICK RESIDENC E, with office, on King
street, second door west of Washington, at pre-
sert occupied by myself. Possession delivered
on or after May st For terms apply to
nm 23-dtf f. NJ LOWE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

VALUABLE REAL ESTATE AT PRl-
v VATE SALE.-Wil be sold bargain
the two ellgbly situated BUILDING LOTS,
on the south side of King street, between Alfred
and Patrick streets, few doors west of Alfred.
Also the two-story BRICK HOUSE and f6 sssa:Al
LOT. on the same square, at present occu- 49, III.
pied by Mr.. John II. Padgett as store aud
dwelling. The location OF this property may be
city of Alexandria, having sufficient front for
buildings of the first class, or can be divided so
as to make three good size building lots for
small tenements Persons wishing to examine
the premises with view to purchasing Will
please call on G.. G. Bradley, esq, who can be-
King and Alfred streets, or upon the subscriber,
At IS King street on the corner of Royal street.
JOHN T. CREIGHTON,
Atty. for the heirs of II. Bradley, dec d.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

ALExA. s1NGING ASSOCIATION,
On FRIDAY, May oath.
Conductor, w. II. EVANS.
Pianists, Prot. HEYMAN and Miss MOVES.
Tickets SOC. Doors open at =; Concert to
begin ut o clock. my 23-2t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
TOR SALE TO CHANGE BUSINESS.

The STOCK, FIXTURES and GOOD WILL
of the best paying store in Alexandria. The
stock on hand is small. Parties wishing to go
into a good paying business will address ",
through the PUstotfice my l-eotf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

CTORE-ROOM FOR RENTING desirable
- Store-room No 179 King street, will be
rented on accommodating terms to a good ten
ant Possession gwen ON the first Of April.
Apply to
NH 1S-tf DIR. ID. NJ. FREN CH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

INFORMATION WANTED. Amanda, AN idiotic
coored woman, of middle age, strayed from her
home on the 10Th of Decemberlast and was seen
on the same day going through Accotnk; Any
information of her, sent to her Father, Daniel
Carroll, living on part Of the Mount Vernon
estate-directed to Accotiuk Postofice, will be
gladly received She may be identified by
having double little toes on one foot. We are
requested to ask the Leesburg and FrederIcks-
burg papers to notice this.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
EIJTRSID.N.S.

CT. MARY'S SUNDAY SCHOOL EXCUR-
- SION.
The steamer CITY OF ALEXANDRIA
will leave for GLYMONT on MONDAY next
at 8, 100 and I; returning at 10, $50 and IL
Good music will be provided and every care
taken to make the excursion pleasant one.
Tickets 81 for gentleman and lady; half-a-
dollar for q lady only; quarter ot-a-dolar for
children and servants. my 23-3t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
PORT EExa.v.DRI.q M T24, re.

ARRIVED.
Schrs Nellie H Benedict Georgetown, and
Annie j Russell, Washington, to American
Coal Go.
SAILED.
Steamship John Gibson, Winters, New York,
by Hooe & Johnston.
Schrs A F Whitney and NJ G Hart, Boston,
and Annie J Russell, Hartford, by American
Coal Co.
Schrs Harriet Thomas, Providence, and Anna
Lyons, Boston, by Hampshire & Bait Coal Co.
Schr Matte Frank in, Purvere, Boston, by
j p Agnew.
MEMORANDA.
Schr Alex Young, Jones, for this port clear
ed at Providence 2lst. =,
Schr Era Champlin, hence at Norwich Nth
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

GEORGETOWN CATTLE MARKET May D.
There we've Us Beef Cattle, 1900 Sheep and
Lambs and so Cows and Calves AID Springers
offered for sale to-day There were Is Cattle,
. Cows and Calves 4(0 Sheep and Lambs left
over unsold Yeef Cattle Id at from to 7sc ;
Cows and Springers at from 20 to $50; Sheep at
from - to &c, and Lambs at from 81 to "a on
rer head. Beef Cattle rather inactive; Sheep
and Lambs dull; Cows and Springers very dull
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
ADJUSTMENTS.
G 0 n G E r T

A SSEM BLY, MS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
FOR SAFE OK RENT.

FOR RENT-The three-story BRICK
G$j DWELLING, 223 King street, formerly
occu pied by T. f. Knox. Possession given i'm
mcdiately. Apply to RICHARD WINDSOR,
cor. Washington and Queen SITS my law
fs==A FOR RENT-A VERY DESIRABLE
s#Il DWELLING HOUSE on Washington
Street, batwe Ell Prince and Duke SITS. Apply t.
T"y 2l-eo2W VIM. IL. row LIE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24

FAST AGRoUND.-Thc steam tug Atlantic,
which left here on "Wednesday to the relief Of
the schooner \. J. Bentley, ashore at Ragged
Point, returned yesterday having been un-
successful in getting her off. The tug work
ed at her from eleven clock Wednesday night
until two o'clock Thursday morning, but as
she was 50 far out of the water as to be almost
on dry land, was unable to move her. Her
captain has sent to Norfolk for the assistance
of Captain Bakers wreckers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
BYE. A. Kerby, Auctioneer.

Fairfax CO., ap 20-law4w CONS of Sale
-, HS-The above sale has been postponed until
MONDAY, the 18th day of June. my 23-wts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-05-24
rYO! FOR CARLIN'S SPRINGSl
SIXTH ANNUAL EXCURSION

r.. Esa tn Isl fr s.:.s -ss:s
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-21
THE C0URTS

POLICE COURT, Judge SneU.-Eliza Mona.
mara, charged with assault and battery ON
Mary Donnelly. Mary stated to the conf tn AZ
dispute arose between herself and EliZa's hns-
oand about an account between them to the
amount OF 20 cents, when Eliza threw a procer's
weight, striking her head and making her see
Stars; hned 50 and costs. Henry Harris, larceny
OF an axe, brush and pair of shoes; fined SIS.
sophia Reynolds, assault on Susan Southern.
oy strlklnS her on the arm with a potato masher
sn9 drawing cheese knife on her. Sophia,s
deience was that Susan got offended becansr
she lwitness) laughed because Susan los her
waterfall, and the story about the potato masher
was false; fined 81. Henry Army, assault on
Alph0nso Dom, who testified that Army, who is
neighbor, was throwing dirty water on his
premises, and on his protesting, Army seized
him by the throat and struck him; fined s3.
Henry Hartman, larceny of ham worth IS: 90
Gays in Jail. Francis and Hannah Coyle. as
sault on Stephen McVery, q young man, who
tesuned that accused struck him on his own
porch. The fuss grew out OF board bill which
complainant owed accused, and Hannah, after
demanding of him the money, went for him
with horsewhip, and Stephen backed her up.
Witness took refuge behind pile of bricks,
and threw several or them at his assailants
Mrs. Mcvery went to his rescue, and received q
blow on the forehead, n aking severe cut, when
she too, defended herself with bricks. Mrs. Coyle
was fined S., and her husband was dismissed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-21
G E OR G EFT OWN.

RECEIPTS OF GRAIN.-The canal boat b,
Talbot arrived this morning with / 400 bushels
OF wheat from Whites Ferry, and 1 500 bushels
OF white corn for Hartley & Bro, and 400 bush
els corn for B. Talbot s Son.
SALE OF WHKAT.-This morning 1000 BUSH
els Of wheat sold at S2.25x, and 800 bushels ut
1885 per bushel.
The FISHING SEASON for this locality is about
over. But few shad were offered at the fish
wharf this morning. Ten thousand herring sold
at 50 per thousand.
TIE Coal TRADE is brisk and loaded boats
are arriving freely by the canal. There is still
great lack Of schooners to ship the coal rs IL
arrives, and the result 10 that alf the docks are
full, il being estimated that ct least 75O00 tons
are awaiting shipment. A large feet Of schoon-
ers bound to this port Is lying Just outside the
capes waiting favorable winds.
FoR THE SNIrHeoNIAn.-The steamer John
Gibson arrived from New York to-day, bring
ing, besides cargo Of general merch andise for
District merchants, Q number Of fue taxider-
mic specimens, including q bull buffalo, Q Lap
land moose, o reindeer, q monster sword fish,
SC, Intended for the Smithsonian Institution.
The CONTRACT for building the stables Of the
Union street railway company in this city has
been awarded to Mr.. Joseph F. Collins.