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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
CITY COUNCIL.
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS.
Board OfAIderlnen.

Al n called meeting of the Board of Aldermen,
held July II, 1873, there were present: ). d.
Januey. esq, President, and Messrs. Moore; j.
S. French, johnson, D. NJ. French and Under
wood
tation Agent of w. G., Y. NJ. s. &. 5. K. H.,
with aresolution giving permission to said road
| TO plank Union street north of King also II
communication from w. V. S.~Wifcox asking
for reimbursement Of taxes; also petition oi
Carr s. Barrett to have the gutter repaired on
/ Cameron street. between Royal and Fit; also "a
| resolution in regard to tax on manufacturers, =
| were receip ed from the Common Council and
| their action cuncurred in.
! AN net to raise the Improvement Fund was
received from the Common Council and their
action non-concurred ln. ana the phi reao tnfee
times, The 26.h rule suspended and the bill pass
\ ed-ayes MeSsrs Janney. Moore, j. 5. French
Johnson, D. NJ. French pnd Underwood
On motion it was resolved, that joint com
mitttee OF two from each Board be appointed
with authority to enquire into and report what
reforms and retrenchment3 may be necessary
,or a more perfect and enconomical government
A bill of j. T. Ward, for services at the Sd
, ward polls, 81, was referred TO the Committee on
| Claims.
Virginu Sentinel, for share of the public
printing, was referred to the Committee on Re-
4 trenchment and Reform.
A resolution authorizing the Committee on
Streets to purchase S5CO worth Of tagging was
received from the Common Council and laid
| over.
| A bill of T. j. Mehafey & Co., SCI %, for
wood and coal furnished the Jail, was received
from the Common Council and their action CON-
CURED in.
! A resolution in regard to messages between
the two Boards was received from the Common
Council and their action concurred in
/ The Common Council returned the resolution
4 in regard to altering the. width Of pavements,
they adhering to their action and asking for 3
committee of conference, which was agreed TO,
1 and Mcssrs. Moore and DR.. French appointed
An act to regulate the expenditures o! money;
also an act in regard to the Steam Fire Eng ines;
also AN act to reorganize the police force, were
referred to the Special Committee on Retrench-
/ ment
The Board t! en- adjourned.
| Teste: JNO. }. JAMESON, Clerk.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
NEWS OF THED AK.
"To shoso the very age and body Of the Ttmles

At Philadelphia, yesterday, Fred. A. Shower,
jr., son of +. A. Shower, appraiser in the
Pennsylvania Railroad Company's office, was
ARRESTED for forging his fathers name on
checks to the amount of $4,000 Itis thought
he has been operating in New York. A Dep
uty U. S. Marshal's badge was tonnd in bis
possession.
Yesterday as workmen were engaged IN TAX,
ing down building on Market street, 10 India
napolis, the main girder gave way, and the
whole mass, with the men upon 1t. tell to the
ground, distance of sixteen feet George
Scott was very badly injured, and dozen
others more or less hurt.
There have been seven deaths from cholera
in the Ohio peuitentiary. The average time
of sickness of the patients was eight hours
The guards and outside attendants, who are
not shut up in the cells at night, have been en-
tirely free FROM the disease.
An examination Of the body Of the murder
ed man, in West Chester county, Pa, has re
suited in producing the conviction that 1t !:
that of Goss, and circumstances point to I'd
derzook as the murderer.
Great excitement prevails among the Roman
Catholics Of Pittsburg Pa, owing to PROPOSE
ton of the city authorities to remove cathe
dral in order to extend certain streets.
The Yale College students were victorious il
both contests at the boat race on the Connecu
cut river. The regatta was fine one.
The New York Aldermen have adjourned
until September without taking any action on
the Mayors nominations for police justices.
The managers of the Chicago and Alton
Railroad have decided to abolish the pass sys
tenn altogether u.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

CLARKE COUNTY ITEMS From the Clarke
Courier. Upon the authority of a Geographic
dispatch, received from Connelsvillc, Pa, Civ
ing q description of one Geo. Riley, charged
with stealing horse in that State on last FRI
day evening officer Young arrested a person OF
that description aud name, and he was COM
mitted to jail at Berryvlle to await requisition
from the Governor Of Pennsylvania
Harvest is over with our farmers We have
heard some say that the average yield of wheat
this year will equal that of last year, which
was about a half crop, while others estimate
the average yield as less than that of 1872. In
portions OF the county the crop is far worse, 10
other portions better, than that Of the previous
season.
Mrs. Mary Showers, widow OF the late En-
anuel Showers, died at the residence Of her
brother-in-law, in Beryville on last Monday
morning, after few days illness. She was q
resident of Brooklyn, N Y, and had come to
Beryvile a few weeks ago on a visit to her
friends.
Under the law passed by the last Legislature.
changing the county court system, the judge of
the circuit court is compelled to hold three
terms Of court during the year. Judge Turner
has sch the commencement Of the terms for
Clarke as follows October 18th, February 22ud
and May 25th. ;. .,.
The county convention held on Monday last,
after, soma discussion, adopted the primary
election system as the best method to nominate
candidates for county Offices.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

The President, it is said, has expressed him
self in favor Of repeating the retroactive clause
in what is called the Congressional grab law.
1t is added, however, that as no repeal can re-
duee the increased amount voted to the Presi-
dent himself, as the constitution prohibits any
increase or diminution Of his salary during the
term for which he was elected not much
Importance is attached to the views Of the
Executive on the subject
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

The encouragement Of the annual meeting in
New York Of the Peabody Educational Fund
has already been made. Among the interest
ing points presented was the fact that last year
about 81 900, 900 were expended in the South
for free common schools, of which Sl30,0QO
were taken from the Peabody Fund and the
residue was contributed by the people of the
Southern States.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
ALEX VA.
FRIDAY, JULY Is. 1873.

The Postmaster General estimated that about
one hundred million postal cards would be pur-
chased this year. Up to this time, less than
three mouths since they were issued, over fifty
millions have been ordered, and the prcbabili-
ties are that the. consumption this year will
double the estimate. None of the small
towns iu the country have yet been supplied,
it being as much as the Department could do
to satisfy the demand of the large cities.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

Col W. W. w. Bowie, of Prince George $
county Nd, declines being candidate for the
State Senate. The Colonel says he is on the
retired list and has reached an age when the
profits of Office would be of more Importance
than the honors."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

1t is "a fellow feeling makes us wondrous
kind and we suppose it is on that principle
that, it is said, aggrieved persons in Washing
ton are all taking sides with Mr.. Caleb Gushing
against the barking dog, and hoping that he
may obtain verdict sounding in heavy
damages"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

The question of the third term. for Presl.
dent, in reference especially to Gen. Grant, is
beginning to be talked Of in the newspapers.
We believe the idea will be rejected by nine
tenths Of the people Of the country-at least
We hope so. But 10 thsee days there, is no
knowing what monstrous scheme may not be
adoptad
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

An official list of the lucky numbers at the
last drawing oftbe Louisville (ky.) Library lot
terry was received yesterday announcing that MIR.
A. v. Grimes, with Messrs. Hackney and Nor
ris, Of Georgetown, had drawn the handsome
prize of SIC, 600.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

We hear that Major Kelly Of Fredericksburg
declines denomination to the House of Dele
gates from Spotsylvania. He was faithful
and excellent representative.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
An Act Of Cruelty.

Chappcd hands and face arc the most serious
annoyanccs that farmers and people who labor
much out of doors, experience from exposure.
Exposed persons, especially children, repeated.
ly suffer intensely from great cracks upon the
hands that often bleed 1t is cruel to allow
ones self or others to suffer in this way, when
the means of positive prevention are so easy to
be had. and so cheapy, as to pay ten cents for
a cake of Hand Sapolio. Hard Sapolio is not
only better than the costliest soap for removing
dirt, bnt it prevents chapping, and renders The
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

A writer 10 the New York Journal of Com
MERGE relates a novel experiment of his own in
fy-fshing for shad, man says he can catch
shad with the hook and line. We doubt.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

The decision of the Court of Inquiry in the
case of the City of Washington, steamer re-
Gently wrecked, has been rendered. Captain
Phillips is suspended for one year.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

1t is said that General Howard demurs to
any form Of trial before military tribunal ia
connection with his administration of the
Freedmen's Bureau. He thinks the army
officers are prejudiced against him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
JUSTICES SALE or VALU ABLE REAL
i ESTATE IN ALEXANDRIA, A.-By

TRUSTEE SALE or VALUABLE REAL
i ESTATE IN ALEXANDRIA,, VA--By
virtue of deed Of trust from Philip Park and
wife to me, dated February |, 1868, and record;
ed in Lber z, No 8, page 1872, one of the land
records Of Alexandria County Court shall, in
front of the premises. at II o clock m. on SA-
TURDAY, the 9th day of August, 1873. proceed
to sell by public auction, to the highest bidder ali
that LOT OF GROUND, with the THREE -
STORY BRICK HOUSE thereon situated Aa
on the east side Of Fairfax street,. between King
and Prince streets about 63 feet south of King
street, having front on Fairfax street of 10 feet
inches ard depth of Is feet more or less. This
property is bounded on the south by twelve
feet alley, and will be sold subject to the reser,
vatinn, &c mentioned d alluded to in the said
deed OF trust and the deed from Deborah N,
Stsber to Philip Park, dated February lst, 1869.
and recorded in Liber 2, page lO7 one OF the
land records of Alexandrs Corporation Court. to
which deeds reference is made.
Terms: Eleven hundred dollars in cash; the
residue unless the said Philip Park, by or be-
fore the said sale directs otherwise, shalt be upon
credit OF one and two years, secured by the
purchasers bond, and deed of trust on the
property sold. Cost oil cunveyancing to bt borne
by the purchaser. PETER WISE,
y 1S-dts Trustee
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

Lttelrs Living Age for this week contains
selections of much interest from the British
Reviews and Magazines.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

Don Carlos entered Spain on the 10th inst,
and Immediately proceeded to call troops around
him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

On Wednesday afternoon, July 10th, 1879 af7
ter short illness, KATE, wife Of Robert Shntl's,
aged 50 years.
Richmond papers please cOpy.l
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

The Police Court in Washington has order
ed Kelly, the man who owns the barking
dog which has SO much annoyed Mr.. Cushing
to have the obnoxious animal removed or
killed
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

The telegraph reports hot weather in all sec
tions of the country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

"Cesarism' is now the word used for the
Third term" idea;
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

Gloucester county has been called the gar
den of Virginia. -s> ..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
EUU[HTIHNUL.

pELLEvU HIGH CHOOL,
- Bedford County, Virginia.
JAMES 7. HOLCUMBE LII. D., Principal;
WILLIAM R. ABBOT, Associate Principal. The
Ninth Annual Session of this School for Boy
will begin September Is. Beautiful and healthy
location. Full corps Of Instructors. Pupils ars
members of the family. For information ad-
dress either Principal, vt Bellevue P. o.
~ l1-2.W2n
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

THE CLARKE COUNTY TRAGEDY.--Messrs.
Mcdonald L. Moore, and D. Holmes Mcclure,
have been employed as counsel for the accused,
who elected to be tried before the Circuit
Court, at its October term. Three of the wit
ncsscs, Columbus, Gilbert, and Wallace Little,
summoned to testify before the grand jury
failed to put in their appearance, and The court
ruled them to show cause why they disregard
ed the summons. 1t is understood that the
first two named have left the State. Those
witnesses present were compelled to give bail
for their appearance at the October term OF
Court. The jalis guarded night and day to
insure the safe-kceping of the prisoners. -
TLy,Le Inuricr
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

u.s. To THE PUBLIc.-We the undersigned
Boot, Shoe, Clothing and Hat Merchants, here
by agree to close our respective plac of bust
ness saturdays acceptcd) ut O'Clock p M This
agreement is to be in force from the 18th day of
July until the lst dsy of September, 1873 =
Simon Waterman,
l. Schwartz q Co,
Henry Strauss,
S. Blondheim,
'. Jos. Kaufman,
..... Frederick Patf,
w. B. Wsddsy,
P. Ballenger
h. l.. Simpson,
L. Gentzb rger,
il 1s-2t Jos. Brsger
CODA WATER at I
- lie 10 WAKEFIELD s. HALLS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
VIRGINIA NEWS.

\ letter from Hillsboro', Loudoun county,
in the Loudoun Enterprise, says I'VE have
the cheering news of the speedy building OF a
branch road from Martinsburg via this place to
Hamilton We understand the corps OF En-
gineers will be in our town shortly, to locate the
line through the mountain
Among the matrculates of the next session
OF Dartmouth College, having passed rigid
examination, is Henry Webb, a colored boy
who is said to have been carried from Richmond
eight years ago, aud who at that time did not
know his letters.
One of the most successful farmers in south
west Virginia says that never since the county
was opened up to agriculture, has there been
finer prospect for corn and oats. OF wheat
there is more than half a crop, aud the quality
is fine.
Mrs. Eliza Holmes, wife Of VIM. Holmes, died
suddenly at her residence near Goose Creek
meeting house, Loudoun county, on Friday
evening last.
The search for silver mine near Hillsbor o,
Loudouu county, is still prosecuted.
The Stauutou Daily Times has suspended
publication for the present
A REMARKABLE CAsE-William Meyer,
the man who on the oath Of June last was cut
through the body with scythe by an insane
man named Klopp, near Adaulstown, Lancas-
ter county, Pa, is not only still alive, but
should inflammation not set 10, there is a pros
pecs of his recovering. The case is one of the
most singular ones known to modern surgery.
The scythe entered the right side, about two
inches above the hip, and extended transverse
y through the body in an upward direction
until the point appeared 10 the left side below
the arm pit The wound at the entrance was
81 inches in length, and at the terminus / !!
long. Meyer proceeded a short distance with
the scythe extending through his body. and
then pulled it out. reeking with blood, unalded
The lobe of the right lung was severed, aud 1t
was not expected that he could live more than
a few hours. To the surprise of all, his condl-
ton is now favorable to his recovery, and his
attending physician, Or. A. S. Raudenbush,
Of Adamstown, has expressed the hope of be-
ing able to save his life. Meyer has been per-
fectly conscious siuce the occurrence, speaks
distinctly and eats and sleeps without Difficult
ty He is small man, 81 years OF age, and Is
of rather delicate appearance, although he must
possess superior constitution to have thus tar
so we'll wthstood the result Of his wound His
case is certainly a remarkable one, and well
worth investigation by medical men.-Lnmcas-
ter Rl. Express.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

WASHINGTON News. Mrs. Bell and hel
child, boy of three years, was run over las!
night by an engine at the corner of First and II
streets, on the Metropolitan branch ofthe Balti
more and Ohio railroad. Mrs. Bell escaped
With slight injury, but the child was crushed to
death The engineer, VIM. Forester, was ar
rested.
The assistant coroner, has asccrtalned that
the half charrcd bones found in the house
formerly occupied by Maud and Percy Brown,
who are in Jail on a charge of performing an
abortion, are human, and those Of an infant.
The young Baltimorean. Henry Pletfer. who
was so fatally wounded by Geo. ". Garner at
the bakery on Thirteenth street, near d. died
yesterday. ''
There is a considerable muss among the
colored people about their public schools
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
REOPEN IN SEPTEMBER.

DC A N O K Z % L L L E,
IL SALEM, VIRGINIA.
TWENTY-FIRST SESSION, 1873 a.
Begins Sept. 3. and closes June II.
Course of study as high as that 6t any College
in Virginia. .y' ...n.
Literary Societies Of first rank Extensive
!: Libraries, Reading Room, Cabinet and Lsb"ra-
tory.
Location unsurpassed in America.
The abundance OF the Roanoke Valley renders
the expenses very moderate For session OF len
months Including Board, Tuition, Fuel Lights
Washing, &c. } about $40.
Students from nineteen States and Territories
Gas- For Catalogues aud further iniormsl'"h
address Rev. D.. F. BITTLE, D:D,
President.
Persons desiring further particulars are ., re-
quested to leave their names q. the Gazette once
Salem, Roanoke CO jy 3-eolm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

ms- a CARD-This is to inform the public
that the charge Of rolling wheelbArrow in the
streets, upon which I was arrested and takeu be:
fore the Mayor, was brought by Mr.. F. Is. Da-
wilson, who failed to sustain it, and Twas in con-
sequence dismissed by the Mayor.
~ 1S-lLx A. GLACHET.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

FREDERIcKsBUaG MARKET, July l7.-Light
receipts of new Wheat, and quotations nomi.
DsIly l4OalsO. Corn 77a7s. Oa:s 45stO, and
Rye 1OaI5
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

RICHMOND MARKET, July 17.-Lght offer
ings of new Wheat. with sales OF white loo, ~
and 1870 for common to Choice, ana ol req al ~
s1s5 for good to prime Corn quiet, and no sales
reported. Nothing doing in Rye or Oats.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
AGRICULTURE AND ME-
" CHAN MICA l. COLLEGE.

VlKG1Tc5AAA A NiGhI uc5LIEG + AMI L
. The Second Session will open on the 18th OF
AUGUST.
Provision is made FOR instruction in Agrcul-
ture and Technical Mechanics in addition to the
usuol Scientific and Literary studies.
The necessary expenses OF the State studentdo
not exceed $50 for the session of ten months.
The cost to Il pay student is Si5 more. This es
innate includes Tuition, Board Room-rent, Flu
el Lights, Washing, Books and Uniform Suit
For Catalogue address
g. L. G. MINOR, .Prest.,
Jy 5-eo2m Blacksburg Montgomery CO., Va.
A KLI N GTON HOME SCHOOL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

IOOk WANTED-A cook, male or female,
u for restaurant, if well recommended can
obtain good wages aud permanent employment
by applying at Capt. ELI PETII'S,
iy l4-If Corner King and Union streets
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18
~NLIFTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL

4 NLIFTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL
The next session of this school win begin on
the lst DAY OF OCTOBER, 1873. For partic-
lars apply to
r. JAQUELIN AMBLER Principal,
jy l2-eo2m Markham tn, Fauq. CO., Va.
NORW WOOD HIG H SCHOOL
OPENS SEPrEM Der Is, 1873.
Address VIM d. CABELL, Princip: |,
~ loft Norwood 2. O. Nelson CO., Va.
VIRGINIA NORMAL INSTITUTE,
HAMILTON.
LOUDOUN COUNTY, VIRGINIA.
The First Session GO weeks commences SEP
TEN Der lst 1873.
!. K. TAYLOR, PRINCIPAL
JNo. w. WILDMAS. County Supt.,
Chairman Board Of Visit 'ra.
Send for Catalogue.
LOudOun county, ly Sim
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

ALEXANDRIA CATTLE MARKET. July IS. -
The offerings OF Cattle, Sheep aid Lambs and
Cows and Calves were very heavy this week
The run Of Hogs in consequence of the hot
weather as very light Cattle sold at from g.!
TO &c, Sheep 4 10 &c; Lambs 2 50 to So, Cows
and Calves ~ to $751; and Hogs Gs to -. Market
for all kinds of stock dull, at decline of from
to &c on Cattle and Sheep, SOC per head on
Lambs, to &c on Hogs. and to $40 per head
on Cows and Calves.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

TNEACHER WANTED-One of the Prnci
i pals of Belle Haven Institute having with
drawn from the school, u teacher Of the highest
qualifications and best references is want,d t"
continue the same. 1t is now in aourishng
condition, and enjoys high reputation. Adj
or apply at the Institute, No III Queen street.
iY Sit -----
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-07-18

LYscHBURe MARKET, July 17.-Flour is IN
fair receipt, with sales Of Supertne at 2oasT ~
and S. Is for Extras. Receipts of Wheat ar
very light, and quotations nominal; no new
coming in. Corn scarce and wanted kye and
Oats quiet .ss.s-'.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-06-21
Harvest.

The farmers in this vicinity have gener-
ally commenced cutting their wheat,
though the weather for some days past has
been unfavorable. They are now, howev-
er, fairly at work, and in few weeks we
shall know the extent of the crop. The
grain as far as we have heard, is good, and
the chances are that the market will open
at fair price. When the threshers get
started we hope our friends will keep us
advised in regard to the yield. A larger
breadth than usual was sown last fall, and
we think there will be right smart sur
plus for shipment.-Athens Post.
Harvest is now on hands and from what
we have been able to learn it is likely to
turn out better yield than was expected.
The heads are well filled, though the stalks
are too thin on the ground, having frozen
out considerable during the cold weather
in the spring. There will probably be a
fair average yield in this county, provided
the weather is favorable for harvesting,
which has not been the case for the past
few days on account of the heavy rains
S,Ueet,Uater Enterprise.