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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

The annual budget Of France, just presented
to the Assembly, as noticed in yesterdays Ga
zettc, is unexpectedly favorable. Half the
money due to Germany is now IN the Treasury,
and no new loan will be negotiated The dates
at which the indemnity still due is to be paid
have been fixed. and by the eud of the sum,
mer, perhaps even sooner, the French territory
will be evacuated by the German troops The
friends of France have reason to be gratifed at
the patriotism the people have lately shown,
and the extraordinary extent of the national
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

To-morryw the General Assembly will pro-
coed t. the election Of about ninety County
Court judges, under the court bill'' which
has just been passed, and which turns over TO
the Circuit Courts jurisdiction of suits ami all
felonies, and also all misaemeanors, (where
juries are lemandcd.) leaving to the County
Courts jurisdiction Of misdemeauors, (where
no iuries arc demanded and cases Of unlawful
entry and drraipcr, matters Of probate, and
other ike duties
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
Ship Building i'm Alexandria.
WEDNESDAY,, MARCH 10, 1878.

As we have frequently before stated, there
is no place in the country possessing greater Ia
cilites for ship building than Alexandria, and
why that branch of Industry is not more vlgor-
ously prosecuted is strange. Accessible by rail
aud river to the finest timber in the world, with
adepth Of water sufficient to float the largest
vessels, abundance of labor, and all the reqal-
sites for successfully carrying on the business,
all that would seem to be necessary Is the encr-
gy, with sufficient capital to back It, Ii those
of our citizens who have it 10 their power,
would offer to persons from abroad, skilled III
shin building, inducements to come here and
engage in the work, in "a little while the ad-
vautascs accruiug would prove the wisdom ana
great good Of such step, not only ID the en-
hauced value Of property, but IN the renewed
activity that all such industries create aud m
stead cf the dilapidated appearance OF por-
ton Of our water front, the wharves would
soon present u renovated and thrifty aspect. 1t
would prove not only advantageous to them.
but Of great value to the city generally, were
they to make sacrifice at first, rather than
let decay 10 It's sure MoIh, 10 dl ptSSCus, .it'
themselves or no one else reap any benefit.
One of our citizens, whose interest in the city
is worthy of all commentator, and whose
property was recently destroyed by fire, III
formed us, "a few days since, that while he could
use that amount of capital to greater advantage
in other ways, yet for the sake of the old town,
its appearance, and the taxable value OF It's
property, he Intended to rebuild at once, not
only thereby benefting the city, but eucouras-
ing our mechanics with additional employment.
Ii such spirit were more widely ditused, how
much better it would be for all, aud what dit
ierent state Of affairs we should soon have; and
we hope the example OF the gentleman alluded
to will have It's weight, that those who own
property which they cannot themselves make
profitable, will be willing to So dispose Off that
it may be of advantage to others, and that thus
We may not only have ship yards, but other IN
dustries, which will be the means of building
up and making prosperous, Alexandria.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

The last act of the General Assembly rela-
tive to notaries public approved March Sth,
1878, extends the powers and functions of the
Office so as to make them couseryators of the
peace. All notaries now in commission lex
cept those who have executed the prescribed
bond since the act became law will be re-
uuired 10 renew their bouds within four months
from the date of the act and ou such shall
continue in commission. The term OF office
will be four years.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

Secretary DeIano has received telegram
from Gen. Candy, giving information as to the
condition of affairs in the Mcdoc country.
Gen G. does not despair of bringing the Mo-
docs to terms without hloodshcd, but has so
posted his troops as 10 prevent egre>s OF the
Indians from the lava beds, aud thereby pro-
tcccl the settlers against danger Of raids
General Canly also reports that he has captur-
ed some thirty horses and mules, comprising
neatly all the stock of the Modocs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

EXEMPTION The Legislature has passed a
bill which will doubtless become law, exempt
iug from seizure for debt, By garnishee or other
wise, salary of $50 month Of laboring or
other person. Heretofore the man who owed
s., 500 of personal or real property might ex-
empt it all, while the clerk, or mechanic, who
had nothing but salary might have that taken
from him
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

The General Assembly having in obedience
to the mandate Of the Supreme Court of APP
pcas, consented that coupons of State bonds Is
sued under the funding bill Of 1871 shall be re-
ceived for State taxes, has imposed tax
upon State bonds held within as well us those
held without the State
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

The bill Introduced by Mr.. R!diebascr, of
Shenandoah, to authorize the formation OF
Land Associations has become law. 1t au-
,horizes any number Of persons, not less than
nine, to become an Incorporated company Tor
the purpose Of accommodating fund for the
purchase and sale of real estate, the "clear
yearly value of which shall not exceed $40, 0O1. ;
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

In the L. S Senate, yesterday, Mr.. Bogy,
the new uember from Missouri. asked that an
Investigation might tie made into the charges
tha, he had procured his scat by means OF bri-
berry and corruption. Without taking any ac-
ton upon this request the Senate passed to the
consideration Of the resolution expclllng Mr..
Caldwell, which was continued throug bout the
remainder of the session.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

1t was discovered 90 Monday that Oldie,
Austin T. Co., Of New York, had uttered some
COO counterfeit shares of Toledo, Wabash and
Western railroad stock The actual loss Of those
defraudel however, will not much exceed
Sl- NM
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

At every session OF Congress since the close
of the war the effort has been made to secure
authority Tor the payment Of tina ceusustakcrs
of 1860 in the Southern States. The effort
finally succeeded 10 the last days Of the last
session BUTT does not seem to be generally
known, although quite number pf people are
interested in it.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

The Spanish government has received official
information of the defeat near pampeluna of
the united Carlist forces. The Carlists were
led by Otto Perala and Dorregaray The gov
erumcut troops were led by General Castrano
Report says that the Carlists were completely
rnpt,u
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

Among the appointments, under the act of
Congress-, by the President, to the Vienna tx
position, are J. l.. Bnch, Of Virginia, as one
of the scientific commissioners, aud Moses 2.
Handy, of Richmond, as one Of the honorary
commissioners
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

The GRAIN TRADE There seems 10 +, ~,
question that the surplus s'o"k> Of graia at
breal,rutTs generally at the West are um,,r.
ly large. AID that The opening Of The >pr;a.
transportation Shou:d bring them to til, sea
board III immense quantities. Neither io. =,
there Seem to BE- any doubt that the F.ulope.,
supply is Iight--rhat E.rg'and Franc, l,aa.
&c.. must stand IN much need al th, ''s'a' d
life and that rhn supply fiom The Black s..
an! ether E,urorc4 9raaarics is to b. i@h, 49,.
N l.nllntr
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

Tic Cinc:cuati Commercial suggests Con-
grc.siona boarding. house for the benefit of
members who ird it difficult to live upon their
salaries because rents are 50 high and 50 dear
IN WASHINGTON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

4 PERPETUAL PASTE dissolve a teaspoon
full Of alum in quart of warm water. When
cold stlr in as much -four as will give it the
consistency of wet cream, being particular to
beat up all the Jumps ; stir in as much powder
ed roSiu as will lie On dime, and throw in
half dozen cloves to give it u pleasant odor
Have on the fire teacup Of boiling water,
pour the flour mixture into 1t, stirring Well at
the time. In a very lew minutes it will be OF
the consistency Of mu>h Pour it into an earth
ern or china vessel let it cool lay cover on,
and put in a cool place. When needed for use
take out portion and soften it with warm
water. Paste thus made will last twelve
months, 1t is better than gum, as it does not
gloss the paper, and can be written on.-Jour-
nal Of ippled Chemistry.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

The state of affairs existing upon some Of
the street car lines, in New York. is getting to
be unbearabe. Conductors resist assaults in
suits to passengers, and even robbery, at the
risk of their lives Various plans are sug-
ce>tcd to remedy the crying evil
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

AGRICULTURAL. CLUB MEETING. The sixth
meeting of the Rappahannock Agricultural and
Pomocgical Club Of Stafford county was held
on March 7th, at the new residence OF d. e.
Ellis near Frederick> burg. Henry Edwards
was elected an active member and llcury flZ-
hugh an honorary member Of the c! ub. White
Oak was selected as permanent place OF meet
ing. Some correspondence was read by the
Secretary from Northern men, with view of
set ing in Wig iaia The SUI iecl for debate was,
what would bc the most remuncrallve crops
for us 10 grow in this section of county, and
it was decided by majority ofthe club that, all
things conSidcrcd the wheat crop Is the most
remuncraivc crop that can be raised 10 this
Section Of country. Mr. Henry Fitzhush was
present and gave some useful hints on the cu!-
turc Of wheat, and favored its production as
our best paying crop.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

An unusual number Of destructive fires are
reported in nearly all portions of the country.
Twenty five houses were burned down IN Ma
con, Ca, yesterday
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

TIE AMENDED BANKRUPT AcT.-Thc
amended bankrupt Act is practically a most
important subject to the people OF Virginia.
1t is the most sweeping Legislation ever enact.
ed n this country. There is a difference OF
opinion as to its true construction. Some hold
that it pays no respect to any exceptions made
By the Constitution Of the State, but exempts
Ia favor of every householder and head of a
family 'the amount OF $4,000 for honstc al,
$500 in addition and such other exemptions
as are made by the laws of the State-ln this
State about $500. Others, however, contend
that the Act respects all the exceptions specl-
fed by the State Constitution and debtor can
not claim exemption against those reservations.
-RlchmunQ WIG.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

\ iuc oil portrait of the late Governor
James Barbour has been placed in the State
Library, the gift of Mrs W. II. Collins, Of
Baltimore, daughter of the deceased Gov
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

of Q Bricn, who was to be hung in Washing
ton on the 2S:h, to Imprisonment for life.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

1t is said that certain wealthy Ba!timorean
amateur has invented a steam-organ, aud that
he is about to fix it upon the root OF his lofty
dwelling to furnish music free, gratis and for
nothing" to his fellowctizens.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

The re-appointmcnt by the President OF his
br,ther-n-law, Mr. Casey, as collector, at New
Orleans, is very much spoken against
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

EXPLOSION Friday evening last Mr.
William Brannan purchased of QUE Of our rr9-
GERS an empty powder key: taking it TO his
shop placed it on the floor and took the burg
out of it. While he was welding piece OF iron
a spark flew into the bung hole: and an expo
sion followed, bursting the key into find FRA
tons scattering the fragments of the kcg
about the shop muclly Mr.. B., the only per-
son in the shop at the time, escaped unhurt.-
Fredericksburg Star
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

Gov Pnchback, Of Louisiana, has had an
'sovaton" in Baltimore, from number of
white aud colored people.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19
a.. ST..

AT h- residence in Prime Wi'!i.m conn.,
on M"nday, Ms.rcn I1Lh, JOSHUA TAI h''
aged about ~ years. Fer many years pain''.'
all c;,d Dy tie fortunes al war, reduced n az
crln>t.!.c =, he b &c lis -ut!erim - ami r'Ts,I''
win Ch.>ti,n font tud. au& 5nttioil "''' ~
the record OF ;,n uattrni.hcd puDlc rrp.t:." on
ana of rare purity in p:lvn." lie.
On Saturday, March 18TH, Of pn"nno,i'~
ROhhhT IT. NTTf, ,rcprI son %! kub"r;
md Jaa" +. Ha!iagcr, ug"d three year AZ
clgh nnLtn=.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19
LETTER FROM IILPEPER 60.
March Court---ttieinpt to Throw Al
Train from tie trac8--StOrc Broken
iMto---i'rOp%riy *aie---5r"aSUrer of
Rag" County Robbed OF S>,DJO---
4.

Crops. dc.
iCorrcspondcncr Of the Alcxln1ra Gazette.
CCIpEpER, Va, March II. This being the
court day OF the year inr the display OF fue
horses. &c, ana the barter of the iurs taken
and trapped during the winter AID the w4atIl-
or being fine, the Attendance ui the cijIz,riS OF
til. equity aud others was larger than
usual, ca,i>inE mu:h animation and activity
among the merchants but in consequence Of
the illness pf igc john W. B,ll, aud the not
holding of the court! much disappointment WAS
felt BY those having business in court
Or Friiay night. the llh, some person or
persons unkr"wn a. yet. placed ou tie track
oI The o.. y. 4 NJ. Il Il. just before the ar
rival OF the south i,"unri ul.nt l;l>.chgcr tran,
Il very large lump OF ll,>tcr and II hugh rock j.,
weighing at least two hunrrd pounds. F"rtu
nac!y the lister Was sprung from the track
AID the rock broken aGI thrown aside t.y lhc
coucl~> N Of Tie crw-cttrhor.
The meat store Of W. X. McNca, Il worthy
young butcher, was entered by thieves some
time during last night who Slrc beef polk
and ii>h t. The amount ii between 80 AID $40.
Certain parties are Suspected an! detectives
are vi lIc a'll.
The the Virginia Hotel. on Main street late
IS ron waited and much improved rs highly
c>terrned citizen from Il northern State. was
offered ami sold Il, public auction to-day 10
Mr. Joseph y. Armstrong; Il citizen Of this
place. for the some Of 81, 1UJ- : 200 cash,
tie rc>liu" in onc and two years Al SIX per ct.
interest. understand Mr. \. will soon open
the house to the public, and expects confident
y t. have as many summer boaylcrs as lie can
accommoclate comfortably.
y. S.-Ihc Treasurer Of Page county, en-
route to Richmond, with 1000 in currency,
ami about $4,000 in checks and drafts, was'rr-
licvcd Of his package lit is supposed on the
passenger train last night by soinc adrolt thief,
between here and Gorionsviic. He returned
to his place this morning to see if he could
get cIu. to the pcrpc'rator. The Treasurer
il known here as IA worthy and highly esteemed
gentleman. and ha- the sylupatEeS Of the en-
tire community.
P.owing. planting, gardening and oat seed
lug are going on with viii. ~ f;lras en- see
and hear, the wheat, rye and grass is l"okng
remarkably well, considering the long and cod
winter. \ good rain now is all that is needed
10 bring forth the swelling buds Of trees and
plants and clothc all nature with charming,
hcau;iiuI and delightful mantle.
CLoD IlorrER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

NJ y. Conway writes to the Cincinnati
Commercial concerning the remarkable career
OF Edward DanIeutcr, a prccoclous boy, who
few years ago was on ltlncrant street musician
in Cincinnati. lie subsequently removed to
Lordou and married beautiful Greek lady Of
wealth and position. He now resides in beau.
tiuI home n Orne Square at the west end of
Lpndon-the house mentioned in Cariylc's
Lie of Sterling who was some time resident
thcren-and Is rapidly rising in fame both as
pianist and as the leading Interpreter Of the
so-callei "Music Of the Future? 2"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

THE TAX "N BoNp>.-~'y rh' ps,yi>o., 81.
the Till imp IN! y tax on Tie hnHd> II 4.
State. Il Nonresident will not Oily have Ii.
bond taxed aS properly N the State wh.rr l..
side but haze i taxed her" too: for he lax
is 10 b. l,dnctcd tInnn the ntcrrS'. wien t..
latter is PAID 1t The Treasury, or wh,n upt,.
arr teu,;rrci collecting officers in l,aymcir d.
tax.s. Ra,in@ the value Of bonds n y, c.r,.
this tax at - cents on the hundred Il liar,
alnouutS to about - - % evlry $40 of iat..-
e>l. that being the amount that will be paid
Rich Eur. PJcr>LHy'q I"1cr.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

SOUTHERN CLAIMS. The proceedings &c y
Southern claims commission were varied Wv Wv
tcr,iay BY the ap!cala"cs Of Mrs Rose FcJn..
Jeffrey. who con,lctcd in person the clam, ,"' r
the csarc nf the lr;c Gland lis VI. .John>nn =" ~.
Frankfort, ~; for properly, Is in ltom HI.
piauta!pn III Louisiana valued A. So,it",
MrS. Jeffrey is tir. wicyw q! Nf. .john>on, And
appeared fer hefsrli, an'! The rest Of the heir.
She is n .ot"d Southern au'ior,.>> aud i ~.
second Ia,!y cour.>eI that has anpoarci Anars
the commission. The clainl> OF Wm. H. T,r
lor, OF Fairfax county, for $>.3715. and >.m,..
Smith. rolorcd, of Alexandria c umfy. va 49,
5000. were ;l.O heard.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

ia II he Cnn>:rvuL We party EXPECTS :" ~
coed N the coming ,icctIOu Tor Mayor, W. n1"''
but forth our b">, uan; An! know al n"'i'
peter calculated IL br'rg ont the Con~rs"ai :"
vote thnn ju>Epu HorElN>, E>l., no" IN tt:"'
ligcnt and active member Of our CITY C".i'..
Thns.: Who know ham brs. tr-tIty /" III "N'.'
vlrtue-, md nckEUwcj.c his genera li.nrs' ..'
the position.
NH 1917 CONSERVATIVE
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

\ HoTEL lloRRoR IN MONTREAL AT one
O'Clock Tuesday a fire broke out in building
behind the St. james Hotel, in Montreal, and
communicated through the aundry iuto the
passage OF the fourth fiat, and from there to
tfe,starway leading to the fifth Hat: where the
scrfants of the establishment were sleeping.
The girlss finding that their escape by the stairs
was cut off, fed to the windows, aud three of
them threw themselves on the sidewalk, where
their fall was partially broken by mattresses and
other soft material. They were taken to the
general hospital, where they now lie 10 pre-
carious state. Another girl, named Matilda
Sayer, hung out from a window twenty min
uteS. and was finally rescued By a fireman, who
brought her safely to the ground amid cheers
FROM the excited multitude. Notwithstanding
the efforts of the tiremcn, the fourth and fifth
fats were completely destroyed. The hotel is
insured to large amount. The loss is not yet
asccrtained.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

FIRE IN SrnT>YIVANIA.--Th barn =,
stables, inc'uing agricirn*,l in p nmrpt. ,,~.
provcn.l,r, the pr perry OF Mr. Addison WIT
er. wa d.<tyoyci BY rr on las, Sunday. TEnr.
was no insurance. 1t is :hough, that til. e..
originated iy some r"lSon passing the hs.,
Sinking pipe AID that Il <pask i,m he ,II,.
ser fire to the straw. which was scattered 4. ~,
the harn yard We cum that il was with gr -,
difficulty th> fire WI, prey nt.l from comm.
nicainy with the woo&>. IN wien ry"ur:.>.r,
Gus conHn4ralinn wouil have been the rr,u'
Fredericksburg ,Siur.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

\ SWEEPING FIRE.-On Sunday morning a
fire broke out in the woods at Jacksonown,
near the city, and owing to the wind commence
ed spreading rapidly The neighbors gathered
and made vigorous fight against the flames,
but were not able to check them. They swept
through the timber, and it was not long before
distance of three or four miles had been
burut over The smoke rose in dense volumes,
aud the fire leapel from object to object Ike
thug of HE. Great alarm was created among
the people iuhabiting the imperilied region, and
every exertion was put forth to save their prop
crty. As it is, the losses were serious, but
were confined entirely, We believe, to timber
and to fences. The fire was still burning on
down the Richmond road yesterday morning.
-LyncLIurg Trgmim.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

". x o. r. R-Ihe following Is a state
m"nt Of the tinauca condition Of the ". 4 O..
t. H. rs taken from the pamphlet lately pub
!l.Ird by the company:
The present value Of road and
equipments sl,335, coz 90
Liabilities. including $40, 4tU of
the bonds Of hccompsny 1T par. 32s, 529 ~
Deduct good assets on hand ......... l23.I3l 50
4ul,797 %
Leaving AZ scc'y for bondholdcrs. $50 2O2 %
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. Sl,335, 60 70
This certainly shows sound and healthy
financial condition. Lou7omn, Enterprise.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

FEMALE CLERKS Unler the civil service
rules the female clerks IN the emp"y Of The
government have an equal chance with the men
in The race for promotion. few years ago no
women held even iir>t-class c.erkSklps, and al
though many did the woik OF "A clerk OF their
grade, they received but 5000 per year. The
utter Injustice "f this has hut u>t been &C
knowlcdgrd Henccforth, however, their APP
pointmeut or prou"tion vii depend wholly
upon their merit, aud their sex will not be a
disparagcincnt to them as 1t has been hereto
fore. In the list OF recent promotions IN the
Internal Revenue office the names of several
female clerks appear Ofthisnumbcr five were
promoted from FIRST ($l.200) to second ,40O)
class one to third ($I,GoO) class, and one to
fourth Isl 5000 class The number Of success
full competitors in the examination was twenty
four, and the fact that of this number seven
were women, speaks well for their clerical abIli
ty as large majority Of the competitors We're
men. = Washington STIR.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-03-19

For FARMERS. 1t may not be generally
known that the seed of the sun flower is the
most infalIiblc remedy yet discovered for tie
speedy cure of founder in horses. The dircc-
tions, which we CLEAN from a brief article u:on
the subject 10 the Essex Banner, say: In
medmtcly on discovering that your horse is
toundcrcd mix about pint of the whole seed
in his food and it will perfect cure. Sur.
flowers are easily grown alongside Of erccs and
in out-ot. hc-way places, where they take up
bu, little room. The seed, when fed in small
quantities to the horses. is very healthy giving
to the hair peculiar gloss 1t is durcric in
its tendency Fowls like it much and thrive on
il. Erchun9e.