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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

The National Spiritualists' Convention at
Chicago adjourned on Thursday night after
electiug Victoria Woodruff, President and list
ening to lecture in which she enunciated her
peculiar doctrines 10 such plain language that
the local papers refused to printt. A protest,
signed by eighteen members, against the &C.
ton which committed the Convention to the
Woodruff doctrines was presented by Judge
Holbrook, who announced the secession Of the
sgners Of the protest.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

The two cenetr sections Of the arch between
the western abutment and western pier of the
bridge across the Mississippi at St. Louis, each
consisting of an upper and lower rib, were COM
pleted on Thursday. This required one of the
greatest triumphs of engineering skill the
world has ever seen. The two remaining ribs
of this arch, which are only partially construct
ed, will be finished at once. The three graud
arches of the bridge, it is expected, will be fn-
ished by the middle of December.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

Tue GAME LAW As the season for shoot
ing parridgrs is uow IL pidly approaching, and
as it is generally foreStaed for week or two
10y some would be sportsmen, who care little
for the condition of the birds, we take the lib.
crty of Informing them that a law of the State
t>rbids the killing Of cartridges in any manner
before the lst of October. The penalty is a
fine, half of which goes to the informer, and
the possession Of the dead birds is considered
prima tacie evidence OF violation OF the law
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

A'dispatch from London says: "At the
session of the Old Catholic Congress yesterday
DR.. Wolck, of Augsburg, made bitter attack
on the Fl ,nch, accusing them Of provoking the
late war, and holding them responsible for all
its horrors. The speech caused painful sem
satiou. Pere Hyacinthe and other French
delegates we're deeply offended and withdrew
from the Congress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20
DIED..

In the village of Flint Hill, Rappahannock
county. Va, on the 18th inst, Miss MAMIE
RICKETTS,, daughter of the late Hezekiah
Ricketts,, whose family resides in Flint Hill,
young girl ofeighteen tn most promising hopes
has been cut down by death and lsld in an un-
timely grave-s fit resem biance of the fate Of the
verna primrose before the northern gale She
had chosen the good part named in Gospel rec
ord which enabled her to walk through the val
For to die with her is to Liz q in blessed immor-
tality
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

The Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows, in session
10 Baltimore have elected James L. Ridgely,
now the Grand Secretary, as his,oriogl apher of
the order, to compile and prepare for publica-
ton complete history Of American Odd Eel
lowsbip, and appropriated $4,000 for ncce~-
sary expenses. 1t is expected the Grand Lodge
will finally adjourn to-day.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20
CANAL COMMERCE.
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A RRTvAIS,

ARRIVALS.
Bats VIM Mofitt and Theo Embrsy, to New,
Central Coal Co; boat. a Sherman and G Seq
arson, to Georges Creek Coal Co; VIM More
head, Joel Charles. Park Agnew N Snyder
and Grason & Fannie, to Hampshire and Bal.i-
more Coal Co; Z King to Sinclair & Agnew !;
D Stewart, K S Grant j w Morris. B William
son, } Dayton, j II Platte, q w Wallis and
Goldfnch, to American Coal Co.
DEPARTURES.
Boats W Morehead, d Stewart, r Grant T
Embray, J w Norris, 7 Agnew, Ben William
son, NJ McNally, j Crane NJ Forbes, G Cliff
ton, w Motitt. & Hutton. Monongahela. L
Reid, Eagle and K Anderson, for Cumberland.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

Near WILLIAMSON, KY, on Tuesday Light,
the dwelling Of William Cronch was destroyed
by fire, and his wife and two children persisted
in the flames
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

Prof. J. Randolph Tucker, by appointment
of the Faculty, will deliver an Introductory
address before the students of Washington and
Lee University, in the Memorial Chapel, on
Monday evening next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

Mr.. P p. Peudleton having announced him
self as candidate Tor Mayor of Baltimore, the
Reform Convention last night adopted him as
their nominee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

The extensive iron and nail mandatory at
Terre Haute, Indiana, was burned yesterday.
The loss was $4,000 and the insurance
100000. The Franklin, of Philadelphia, is on
the list for IS 900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20
Tournament.
IFS III haste,
Il. G.. WILLIAMS.

Correspondence Of the Alexandria Gazette. |
HERNDoN, Sept. IA tournament was
held at Herndon, Fairfax county, on the W. &
o. r. R., on the 18th inst, for the benefit Of
ST. Timothy's Mission Of that place. Between
twenty and thirty knights did some of their
very prettest riding in the cndeavor to take
four rlnc>; the fourth being an elegant gold
one, aud warranted to iii the engagement finger
of any knights particular lady. Mr.. Patte, of
Manassas, was the successful knight, aud ex-
hibitcd his admirable taste in crowrng the
graceful and accomplished Miss Fox, of the
Court House, as Queen. Misses Molly and
Iizzy Slack, of Herndon, and Belle kenfcld,
of Frying Pan, were crowned lst, ID and Sd
Maids OF Honor by their respective knights,
the MeSsrs Butler, Gunnell and Utterback.
The ladies Of the Mission served an excellent
dinner, which, together with their other re-
freshment tables, was we'll paronized, so that
in the aggregate handsome sum was realized
to aid them in their laudate work Too much
praise cannot be bestowed upon all concerned
for the uuexceptionable manner in which every
thing was conducted. The most active Of the
managers were Mr. John II. Caylor, 1.-THE de-
servedly popular landlord of the hotel at Heru-
don,) and Mr.. Thos. K. Pool Owing to the
determination Of these gentlemen to have the
while affair creditable, and to the unusual CO.
operation of Marshals, Knights, and 10 fact ali
present, the Mission was in every sense bcne-
flied f. NJ. Lowe, esq, and Mr.. B'incoe
gave the Knights charge and the coronation
address, 10 a manner which could only be wit
messed to be appreciated. AS this was the first
tournament ever held at Herndon, we may be
pardoned for ''gushiug" slightly over its per-
feet success. There was but one circumstance
to mar the enjoyment and that is indeed sad
to record. The iutant son of MIR. Baflou, lone
Of our most respected citiz=ns,) just advanced
enough to attract the general attention BY his
singulariy winning ways, sprig htliness and ac-
tivity, while bis mother Was engaged serving
the tables, slipped from her side, strayed to the
top Of fight of stairs and Oh! SO sad to re-
late, fell thence to the bottom, breaking the
bone of his left leg between the knee and the
thigh. Dr. Howard, Of Washington, fortunate
~ being present, attended the child at once,
and thanks to mcrciul Gods blessing, and a
remarkably skiful surgeon, at the last accounts
Herndons little favorite was doing as well as
we could have hoped. We will hope that at
succeeding tournaments infants will not follow
Master Franks fashion of going down stairs,
even with the prospect of getting pulled by
LAY READER
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20
MARRIED.

On the 18th inst, at st. Paups P E. Church,
Baltimore, by Rev. J. S. h. Hodges, ID, DR..
SOUTHALL, all of Baltimore.
At Milford, Caroline county, Va, by Rev.
John e. Rowe, September II, 1873 Mr.. THOS.
G. CHANDLER and Mrs VIRGINIA SCOTT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

Mr.. FULToNs LETTERS. Probably the most
interesting letters written to American journals
FROM abroad are those by G. G. f. &C. c. Full
tou) and published 10 the Baltimore American.
These letters are not plagiarized from hand
books of travel, but in every respect were
the result of the observation and toll aud indus
try Of the writer. e. c. T. struck an original
vein in newspaper writing; he takes the COM
monest incidents, such as heretofore passed by,
aud works them into word pictures, writes
them up succlucily and surrounds them with
interest. There is no straining for effect, no
attempts at pedantry, or presentmcnt of big
dictionary terms, but are written up 10 pure
English, IN style attractive aud interesting to
the reader. Every letter published from this
correspondent contains half dozen or more
pictures which an artist could transfer to can
vas. We doubt if there ever has been corre~-
pondent whose letters have been so generally
quoted BY the press throughout the country,
even by New York papers, as those OF Z. G. i.
Richmond Wing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20
LIST OF LETTERS

Remaining in the Alexandria, Va, Postoffice
September 20, 1873.
Persons calling for letters will say they are ad-
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, 1873-09-20
THE LAST EXCURSION OF THE SEA
SON will be held 1T CARLIN,S SPRINGS, on

THE LAST XCURSlON OF tn + SEA
SON will be held ut CARLIN'S SPRINGS, on
THU RSDAY, September 25 1878.
Among the prizes to be given will be Car
riage TO the best looking child on the grounds
from one to three years of age. The Carriage
can be seen at G. W. Green's IS King street.
Also Sack Race for Ladies, the prize being
fine Gold Ring, which can be seen T. Dilgers,
Roysl street.
Also Sack Race for Children.
Amusemcnts TO commence at 1870 p. m.
Prof ANDREW COOKS STRING BAND
has been engaged for the occasion.
Refreshments will be furnished by Herbner s.
Bossart at city prices.
Tickets SOC; children under II years 30c-.o
be obtained Of b. Herbner, l52 King street;
j. P Coleman, Union street; F. G. Swaine
Royal street; Louis Appich, ,l15 King street.
VIM. Rocker King street, and N. Bossart, Fair
fax street.
Trains will leave the W. s. 0. Depot at 9 a.
m and l, 4:l0 and I y. N. Leave the Springs at
$50 and II p. m. sep D-4t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

Henry, Saunders, col
Huan, Miss Ida
Jolly, Williams s. Co,
Jones, Mahaly, col
Jackson, James, col
Lomax, Brother, col
Lane, Chas G
Mccartney, j
Mac, Jas b
Merrite, John
Miles, Miss Agnes
Mcdonald, A
Potter, Jane
Rust, Bush
Radcliffe, Barney G, col
Richardson, Hiss NJ q
Smith, VIM B
iScroging, Mrs Ann
Scott, Hester a
Seals, Mrs Henrv
Slaytor, Miss Mary E
Skinner, Thos
Vandermsn, W N E
Varnine, Mary
! Williams, Mrs Mary A
, Williams, Marshall
Wilkison, VIM
n. P. TRIST, P. VI.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20
May 10Th, l752.

should have been down long before this,
but my business in Frederick detained Inc some
Whist longer than l expected, and ilnediat"ly
upon my return from thence l was taken with a
violent ylcurisie, which has reduced me very
low; but purpose, as soon as l recover my
strength, to wait on Miss Betsy, in hopes of g
revocation Of the former cruel sentence, and see
if can meet with any alteration il my favor. l
have incloscd y letter to her, which should be
much obliged TO you for the delivery of it. l
have nothing to add but my best respects to
your good lady and family, and thu! am, sir,
Your most ob't. humble scrv't.,
g. WASHINGTON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20
ARRIV ED.


Steamer Lady of the Lake, Norfolk, to FA
Reed. She reports passing six coasters this side
of Indian Head, al bound up, and al but one
loaded.
Steamer Georgeanna, Baltimore, to Hooe &
Johnston.
Schr Annie L. Richmond, to J P Agnew.
SAILED.
Schr Jos Baxter, Boston, coal by Hampshire
and Baltimore Coal Co.
Schr Carrie Holmes, Groton, coal by Aneri
can Coal Co.
Schr 6 Russell, Say brook, coal by Ameri.
can Coal Co.
MEMORANDA.
Schr Agnes l Grace, hence, at Boston 18th
Schr G keagle, for this port cleared u: Bal
tmore 10Th.
Schr Hope for thi: port cleared at Baltimore
18th.
Schr Amos Walker, hence at Salem 18th.
Schr j Burrel, hence. at Norfolk 18th.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

The Louisville Courier-Jou rnal says: The
liquor law of Ohio requires dealers to give
bonds to pay all damages arising IRON the sale
of Intoxicating drinks The result Is before
con can get drink of Cincinnati whiSkcy there
YOU have to give bond with approved secur-
ity. that YOU will 90 and die outside of the
State. But you have to be deuced Lear the
line if you live to get beyond 1t.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

ALEXANDRIA MARKET, Sept mber 20.-Tbe
market for Wheat is dull and unchanged Of
ferngs Of 25jj5 bushels, with sales of red at Ia
and 1876 for common to fair, l45 and l55 for good
and 1873, l60,> l6l l62, los and l69 for very good
to prime Corn is dull and lower; offerings of
1926 bushels, with sales of white at 6G, and mix
ed at 62l and 65. Sa'es Of Rye at So Oats are
steady; offerings of 452 bushels, with sales at
AZ and 43. -.-------.-.--- 49,.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20
For our Customers in Virginia
and Maryland.
AUTUMN SUPPLIES
IN ALL
AIDES AND OF ALITFES OF
FLANNELS.

Ga-SPECIAL BARGAINS in all grades Of
Black and Colonel Silks, Black Alpacas, Mo-
hairs, and ali other kinds of Black Goods.
Gs-Sheetings, Counterpsnes, Blankets Table
Linens, Towels, Napkins, Doylies, and al other
kinds of Dry Goods for families and house.
keepers.
as- Northern and Eastern correspondents send
us new supplies daily.
ns-ONE PRICE ONLY, marked in plain
figures.
PERRY Il BROTHER,
PENNSYLVANIA AVE. Il NINTH ST,
WASHINGTON, D. G.
Established lS40)
Mashingt2n, sep l5-eo3tif
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

PORTOF ALEXANDRIA, SEPTEMBER ~
SUN RosE.. 5.45 NOON RISEs n
SUN SETS. .......... ~ f....
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E1cURsiO.>.s .I.,.D pIC.vICs.

"URRAH FOR CARLIN'S SPRINGS!
~ "a ss ssss -. -! - -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-09-20

CLARKE COUNTY ITEMS - Fran the Clarke
Mr. Thomas H. Bartlett, ucar v hite Post, IN
this county, had thirty-two head ofsheep killed
AID 10 wountcd by dogs. La INC same
nciphborhood Il few nights previous, Mr.. James
L. Leach lost six sheep Capt. Joseph Ken
nerIy eight aud Mr.. George Stephens 10, By
the same mcanE Search wa, male tor the
dogs and two we're killed.
The crop Of honey secured in this county
this season is not as large as that of several
years ago, but much larger than that OF last
year. The loss in the yield this season Is at
tribued to the i jury the blue thistle bloom re-
cciyed during the dry weather of July, which
wilted the bloom very much, aud caused it to
decay earlier than uSllai The honey, however
is OF superior quality.
Mr. Samuel Showers, Of Berryville received
from Canton, H., several weeks ago pair OF
pigs of new breed Of hogs, known as the Po-
land China, which are the finest specimens OF
the hog kind we have ever seen. They are but
three months DID, will weigh about 60 lbs a
piece and are valued al $3.50 a pair.
The corporation election IN BcrryvllIe passed
off very quietly on Saturday last. The follow
ing persons were elected officers for the cnsu
ing year: a Moore, jr., mayor: Maj. \. w.
Mcdonald, recorder; R. D. Harlesty, treasurer
Charles Blake, assessor, aud Jas. W: McClel-
land, t0Wn-sergcant.
There was some frost on the low lands around
US on last Monday morning. Owing TO re-
planting last Spring there is a great deal OF late
corn liable to damage by early irosts
The Northcrn Pacific Railroad Company was
chartered by Congress on July ., 1861, and
authorized by its charter and subsequent acts
to construct q road from Lake Superior,
through Minnesota and the Territories Of Dako-
ia. Montana, Idaho, and Washington to Puget
sound by the valley Of the Columbia river
through Portland, Oregon. LII aid OF Its con-
struction Congress made grant, estimated to
amount to forty seven million acres OF alternate
odd sections of land for forty uilcs on each side
of the lne of the proposed road. The author
lied capita Of the company is Sluo,OoO:OOO,
in shares of 800. Oh this amount s., ODU.OoD
were required to be subscribed and 10 per cent
paid in before the organization Of the company.
A mortgage has been created upon It's whole
property, including its lands, to secure the
navment of bonds issued, at rate not to exceed
$50, 900 per mile.
The Louisville Courier-Journ says: The
liquor law of Ohio requires dea lers to give
l i, nov, oil n .tnopps arising from the sale
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1873-12-25
River News.

The river yesterday was still falling,
and the marks indicated only 8 feet in the
channel last evening.
The Express arrived and departed for
Parkersburg. She brought up large
number Of passengers and considerable
freight.
The sunfsh and steubenville packets
arrived and departed as usual.
The Courier will leave for Parkersburg
this morning at 10l o'clock.
Tho Granite State, from Portsmouth to
Pittsburgh, arrived and departed last
evening.
The ]. N. Csmden passed down with
o large coal tow yesterday morning.
[By Telei raph.l
PITTsBuRGu, Dec. Electromagnetic
six feet, six inches and falling. Arrived
j. E. Rankin from Matamoras, r. W.
Skillinger from Cincinnati, the former re.
turns this afternoon.
CINcISNATI, Dec. 24.-River 90 feet Q
inches, and falling. Arrivsd-The Andy
Baum, from Memphis. Departed-Thc
Charmer, for Evansville, @. B. Church,
Tor New Orleans, and Laura L. Davis,
for st. Louis.
ST. LOUIS, Dec. 24.-River still falling,
weather cloudy and mild, snow falling To-
night.
CAIRO, Dec. 24.-Rlver fallen 8 inches;
weather cloudy.
EVANSVILLE, Ind, Dec. 24.-weather
clear and foggy last night; cloudy since
noon; mercury 81 to 50. River fallen 2
feet 8 inches; 80 feet 9 inches by the iron
guage. Business light
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1873-12-25

WE TRY TO DESERVE YOUR PATRONAGE
by honestly serving everybody with the
very best goods at the lowest possible
prices, and treating all men alike, not
taking advantage Of the man Of moderate
means because he is not rich, nor taking
advantage Of the rich man because he
can stand 1t, and is therefore fair play for
all; bu! we treat all men alike, and guar.
antee to every purchaser a firstclass and
reliable instrument-one that we can
cheerfully guarantee Fin writing to be
equal to tho best and superior to most oil
the Pianos and Organs showed on pur-
chasers by importunate dealers. Our
instruments speak for themselves, and all
we ask is hearing for them, and will
confidently leave the rest to discrimi-
mating public. Why should we not be
ablc to suit purchasers OF every possible
taste and requirement when we have
such instruments as the Weber Piano,
the well known VIM. q. Sheib & Co. Pr
ano, the famous Estey Organs, the de.
lightful VIM. Fl. Sheib Eureka Cabinet
Organs, and other cheaper and well
known brands Of Pianos and Organs, and
that, too, in almost endless variety2 1t is
a well known TACT that we keep the
largest and most complete stock Of Pianos
and organs.to be found in the city, while
our large trade (now the largest in the
city, enables US to sell at lower prices
than many other dealers ask for second
and third.rate instruments. Give US q
call, and if you find everything not just
as represented, you need not buy. We
take old instruments in exchange as part
pay for new ones, and sell on the most
accommodating terms, either monthly or
quarterly payments. Be sure to call at
the right place, as we are only to be
found at No. 50 Twelfth street, above
Market, under Washington Hall.
WIN. Fl, SuRB & On.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1873-12-25

COURSE OF LEcTUREs.-We are pleased
to announce that q course Of lectures will
DO delivered in the Chapline Street N. E.
Church this winter, for the benefit Of their
Sabbath School. Rev. T.. B. Carpenter,
Of this city, will lecture on Friday even
ing, JAN. 9th. Subject, "Asceticism,"
which, being translated into the common
vernacular, means "Sour Goodness" Rev.
Dr., Holmes, Of Allegheny City, Pa, will
lecture on Zone Family and the Home"
Rev. Dr.. Watkins will lecture on allow
Americans Talk" Rev. DR.. 8. Il. Nesbit
will lecture on "Work and Win" Rev.
Dr.. e. Miller, Of Monongahela City, and
Rev. G. W. Smith, Of Canton, Ohio, will
also lecture. Their subjects will be made
known soon. Season tickets, 50; single
tickets, 5Oc; children, 15c, Tickets will
be for sale at the various drug stores Of
the city, and at tie Railroad Ticket Office
Mcclure House corner. Let everybody go
and hear witty and Wise lectures and help
deserving cause. ,,.r-
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1873-12-25

A PLEAsANT SURPRISE. - Yesterday
afternoon one Of those happy incidents
which indicate tho good feeling existing
on the part of workingmen toward their
employers occurred at the office Of the
Wheeling Hinge Company. L. E. Han
SOD, Esq, Vice President was the recip:
lent of a handsome gold.headed cane, pre-
sented by the employees Of the company.
Mr.. A. G. Robinson, President OF the
company, made the presentation speech,
abiding in brief and pointed manner TO
tho good feeling existing among the en-
ploycs toward the officers Of the company.
Mr.. Hanson was completely surprised,
but he heartily thanked the gentlemen
for their good will in q witty little speech.
The stick Is a substantial one, with large
and handsomely ornamented head, upon
which Is the following inscription: "Pre.
scnted 10 L. E. Hanson, v. P. W. H. Co.,
by his Employees, Dec. IS, 1873" 1t was
purchased at the well.known establish
ment Of Messrs. Hebrank & Bro, Main
street. H.f..H-- ~
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1873-12-25

CHRISTMAS AT THE OPERA HOUSE,
There will be q Christmas matinee this
afternoon at half.past two o'clock at the
Opera House, AMI another holiday bill
tonight. At both performances the very
popular artist, Mr.. Stoddart, and the
Ruggold s. Rockwell Combination, will
appear in their finest attractions. The
house should be crowded during the en-
tire week. Mr.. stoddart and company
arc unquestionably fine dramatic com.
bination, and in the large cities have been
attended by large audiences. They are
most fayorably endorsed by the press
wherever they have appeared. So, if
you wish to spend merry Christmas, the
Opera House Is the place TO go this after
noon and evening. Tomorrow night Is
the benefit Of Mr.. stoddsrt, on which
occasion large audience should be
present.