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Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1873-07-05
FARM AND HOME.


Making Manure.
Anew Jersey correspondent OF the
New York Tribune gives his plan,f r
making manure, which shows that he
knows how, and which is especially yalu-
able to nurserymen and others in the
West who must apply the manure in
rotted state: 81
"To carry it into. practice I have
place for the manure heap convenient to
the stable clean the stable every morn
ing, or when necessary, and throw on the
heap; always keep it well together, with
flat and broad top; it will soon COM
mence to rot, and by the time there are
eight or ten loads accumulated take n
day and haul to some suitable place for
manufacture As the manure is hauled
keep it well together, and not less than
three feet deep; keep the top always flat
or little concaye, as in this way the
valuable quality is better retained.
When manure is heaped conically or
spread carelessly far around, and re-
mains so for any length of time, its value
then would only be about equal to straw
The heap should be regulated in depth
according to quality. BY hauling day
at intervals in winter the yard may be
clear by the time of turning stock out to
pasture. When the pressing work of
spring is past, turn the manure heap
over, mixing it thoroughly. 1t should
be finished square or oblong, with
straight and nearly perpendicular sides,
well packed all through, and not less
than four feet deep, as the deeper it is
the better; finish the top about level,
with six or eight inches of soil, which
will prove valuable in saving the good
qualities of the manure. When appli-
cation time comes there will be found
rich heap of manure, black and greasy.
This plan is practiced by all of the best
fapnersg of England, who obtain such
heavy crops of roots, followed by heavy
and luxriant spring grain and grass.
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1873-07-05

REFERENCES:
Northwestern Mutual Life Inns. Co.
Wisconsin Marine and Fire Ius. Co.'s Bank.
Cramer, Aikens & Cramer, Milwaukee, Wis.
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1873-07-05
UySDGDSia or IndiTe,
s. ScpH,ffnla Or Kings Evil. White

Swellings, Ulcers, Erysipelas, Swelled Neck,
Gotre, Scrofulous In1ammations, Indoent
determinations, Mereurial Affections, Old
Sores, Eruptions of the Skin, Sore Eyes, etc.
In these, as in all other constitutional Dis
eases, WALKERS VINEGAR BITTERs have
shown their great curative powers in the
most Obstinate and intractnhla caSns
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08
ALEXANDRIA,, VA.
FRIDAY, AUGUST s, 1878.



The Conservative Convention has made Its
nominations for State officers, and the result,
as already announced, will be hailed with salts
faction by the Conservative people of Virginia
The ticket is an excellent one.
JAMES L. KEMPER-,tor Governor.
ROBT. E. WITHERS-tor Lit. Gorer~or.
RALEIGH T. DANIEL-for atty Gen.
These gentleman are all able, patriotic, hon
est, and devoted to the best interests Of the
State. They are presented, with confidence that
better selection could not have been made.
The Conservatives will fall into line under
these leaders. Let there now be acton, and
untiring exertions in their behalf and lor the
cause which they are to sustain.
The Convention which offers this ticket was
one of the largest ever held in the State, and
was composed of citizens whose character and
standing entitle their recommendation to the
highest consideration. We shall hope to see
this ticket supported, not only with zeal, but
with enthusiasm, and with the determination
to gain Conservative political triumph, which
will contribute to the prosperity OF the State,
and its future peace and happiness.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08
Plan Of Organization.

The following is the plan Of organization .!
the Conservative party as adopted Ia the Con
servative Convention last night:
81. There shall be State Committee COM
posed of three members from each Congress
sioDal District. Such members shall be APP
pointed by the President OF the Convention on
the nomination of their respective Congrcssion-
al delegations provided that such nomination
shall be made by at least majority of such dis
trict concuriug. Otherwise, and 10 default Of
such nomination, the President shall make the
appointments for such districts.
Vacancies in any such delegation, after the
same shall have been formed, shall be filled by
the committee upon the nomination Of the re.
naming members FROM such district
The State Committee thus constituted are
charged with the affairs Of the party, aud shall
have power to perfect its organization and to
direct its conduct in obedience to the declara.
tons and policy of the party as the same shall
be set forth by this Convention. 1t may decide
all questions at issue which may aliSe in cleo
ton districts calculated to affect the harmony
and the interest of the party.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08
Senatorial Convention.

\ convention of delegates of the Conserva-
tive party from the five counties OF the North
cru Neck composing the 10Th Senatorial Dis
trict, was held at Warsaw, Richmond county,
Monday August 4th 1873
COL Fleet W. Cox, Of WcStmorcland. was
elected chairman, with VIM. L Baker, o! King
George as Secretary, and DR.. John W. Ayler,
Of the same county assistant.
The County Superintcndcnts Within the dis
trict, and such Of the alternate delegates as
were present with their princi pals, were invited
to seats within the bar of the convention.
The vote in the Gubcrnatorial election in
1869 was adopted as the standard Of the votes
to be cast by the delegates from the several
counties orthc district.
The convention then proceeded to the selcc-
ton ofa candidate for election to the State
Senate in November next
Thomas Jones, esq, Of Richmond county,
nominated Hon John Critchcr Of Wcstmorc-
land
Capt. James X. Ball, of Lanccstar, nomi-
mated Capt &. Edwin BeltS, Northumberland.
Ma,r j. J. Mason, Of kiog George, noml-
mated Robert Hall, esq, Of Richmond county.
On the first ballot, Critcher received ,2j3
votes, Belts 9GG, and Hall 1G4 no choice.
On the second, Critchcr received 1913, Belts
1921, and Hall 37e no choice.
The third ballot resulted, Critchcr, ,592,
Belts | ,3S9-Maor Mason having previously
withdrawn the nomination of Mr. Hall.
Judge Critcher having received majority
of the votes cast was declared the nolnlnce OF
the convention and. on motion Of Benedict
Walker, the nomination was made unanimous.
On motion, the chair appointed, Robert }.
Washington, VIM H. Fl. 'Cawood, y. j: Brent,
J. X Ball and Thomas Jones committee to
apprise Judge Critcher Of his nomination.
The committee having discharged the duty
assigned them, Judge Critcher appeared and
addressed the convention, accepting the noun
nation, and urging upon his friends Of the Con-
seryative party the necessity of more than or
binary vigilance and activity 10 the present
canvass.
Addresses we're afterwards delivered by
Robert Hall, esq, Capt. Belts and Col: Robt
NJ Mayo, endorsing the nomination and plcdg-
inra cordial support to Judge Critchcr
The convention then adjourned
L. ". Cox, Chairman.
WV. f. BAKER, JSo. W. AYLER, Secty's.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

Upon being obliged to retire from the li:ll
during the war General kemper wrote to his
brigade farewell letter, as follows:
RICHMOND, May ,, 1864.
70 the officers and Men Of kea.pcr's Brigutle
For months it has been my expectation and
fixed purpose to resume my old command at
the opening Of this campaign, but, at the last
moment my plans have been thwarted BY an
overriding necessity | am now warned by
cmioent medical advisers that my condition is
such as positively incapacitates me for the du.
ties of a field commander and for doing justice
to yourselves in that relation: that further ser
vice in the saddle must result in the ruin Of
my constitution, if not the destruction Of my
life, without enurng to the benefit Of the coun
try Under these circumstances | have been
assigned to the command of the reserve forces
of the State of Virginia, have not sought
the position, but struck down by the casualties
Of war, and unable longer to lead your veteran
battaIions, J. beIivc it an imperative duty to
yield obedience to the order. 1t is the most
painful duty to my life to sever the relations
which for three years have tremendously uni
ted Us; which have carried Us together through
memorable and fiery trials, and have bound you
to my heart with ties. stronger than hooks OF
steel. No portion Of our armies will present
to the world more splendid annals of valnr than
the First, Third, Seventh, Eleventh and Twcn-
ty-tourth Regiments Of Virginia Infantry. Let
Us ever remember, also. as honorcd comrades
though now separated from us, the noble
Seventeenth Virginia, identified with us by
two years of common tolls and achievements.
1t were enough of honor to have shared the
fortunes of any of these regiments. Any sol
der might be proud to possess the commands of
them all Stoutcr heroes have not trod the
field Of battle.
In your tom flags, your sacred persons, your
rolls of gallant dead, you bare memorials of a
long succession of glorious Conflicts from the
smoke and fire of not one Of them have you
emerged without honor | will not tell you to
preserve in the future, unsullicd, the rcputa-
ZION above all price which the past has secured
The veteran brigade which Longstreet, Ewell,
and A. p Hill were proud successfully to COM
mand at the beginning Of the war, as daunt-
less as the Imperial Guard, knows how to
die but not to surrender. Fellow sol.
diers! bid each Of you an atfectlonate
adicu. | cease to be your commander, but
firmly and forever remain your friend. shall,
as heretofore, watch your career with the pro-
foundcst solictude for your welfare. May the
God of battles steel your nerves and shelter
your forms amid the pcrils of the field May
peaceful homes and admirng country be at
once the monuments and rewards Of your valor
JAMES L. kEMpER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08
Gen. Kemper's Acceptance.

Immediately upon taken the chair III the
Convention last night, the President, Mr.. Bo-
cock read the following telegram received from
Gen. Kcmper accepting the nomination for
Governor, which was received with applause,
the Convention rising and giving three cheers:
GoRDoNsv1LLE, VA, August I, '713.--Major
n. B. Meade and S. W. Thomas, esq, Rich
mond: [ accept the nomination with pro-
found sense of its responsibility. but without
fear of defeat. Let all true Virglnians stand
together for the sake of Virginia.
JAMES l.. KEMpER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

The State Committee shall meet at such
times and places as they may themselves de-
termlue, but especially at such time and place
as the Executive Committee may Designate
,. There shall be an Executive Committee
resident at Richmond, composed of three per-
sons to be appointed by the President OF the
Convention and secretary to be appointed
by such committee.
This, the Executive Committee, shall have
no power to originate any measure. 1t shall
be their express and single duty to execute and
carry out the plans Of the State Committee as
the same shall from time to time be laid down
by that committee. under whose authority it
shall act, and to whose revision all the acts Of
this Executive Committee shall be subject.
CITY AND COUNTY ORGANIZATION. IS.
3. Each city and county. by popular meeting
after due notice, or through the medium OF
existing organizations, may appoint a city or
county committee, to consist OF two members
from each township or ward in each city or
county, who shall be charged with the affairs
and conduct OF the party in such city or coun-
ty, regulating and directing the same, either
by wards and townships or otherwise, as such
committee may prescribe.
Such committee shall elect chairman whose
duty it shall be to appoint all meetings and
regulate all affairs as to the party which may
embrace the city or county. In the election Of
delegates to any elective district convention, it
shall be the duty of such committee of the city
or county to prescribe by public notice whether
such appointments shall be made by ward,
township, city or county meeting, and the num-
Der Of delegates to which such ward, township.
city or county shall be entitled
Resohed, That all nominations made by
counties, senatorial or election districts, and all
that may be hereafter made by delegates al
ready appointed under the plan Of organization
heretofore adopted, are hereby declared regu-
lar and valid"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

The New York Times, in its money article !,
says:-"It is intimated that the administration
will not suffer the government to be made a
party to any undue pressure upon the money
market, directly or by passive Indifference, IN
the next three or four months. The Treasury
will be directed by the President to employ, not
hastily or extensively, but judiciousy, and IN
good season, its currency resources, until the
meeting Of Congress, leaving to that body the
revision of the Free Banking laws or the pro-
vision for the elasticity of the grccnback cireu-
lation as the more permanent measure OF sccur-
ity against money pauics.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

Ex-senator Foote, in the last three Or four
numbers of his "reminiscences, published in the
Washington Chronicle, occupies himself with
condemnation of the political course and conduct
of Franklin Pierce and James Buchanan, and
an approval Of the course of Abraham Lincoln.
We are amused at the manner in which the
veteran ex-senator refers to one of his own
political changes. lie says Circumstances
beyond my control afterward drew me and
other known friends of the Union into most
deplorable attitude, for the assumption Of
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

The Washington Chronicle says, it is under
stood that iu view Of the present disorganlz-
ed condition of affairs in Spain, the vessels COM
posing the European squadron, under COM
mand of Rear Admiral A. Ludlow Case, have
been ordered to rendezvous in Spanish ports.
The Wabash, flagship of the squadron, is now
en- route to Cartagena, and the Congress and
Wachusctt will follow The Shenandoah is al
ready at Cadiz The Alaska, now in commission
at Brooklyn, will join the European feet with
out delay This is for the purpose OF protect
lug American interests in that country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08
Washington News.

\ fire at the Schuctzen Park at II o'clock
last night destroyed portions of the shooting
house and bowling alley. The damage was
slight \ general alarm was turned on and con
siderable excitement created.
Michael Ilussey, who was stabbed, is improv-
ing At - o clock last night the doctor said
if Inflammation did not set 10 he would recover.
The inauguration committee has decided to
clear off its Indebtedness by an assessment of
the members of the committee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

The Baltimore Sun says 1t is to be de-
plored that the federal government should be
relied upon by any party for aid in State cleo,
ton. In recent Washington special dispatch
it was stated that Mr.. Hughes, the republican
nominee, had lately been to Washington and
had an interview with President Grant, in
which the latter expressed himself in favor Of
the ticket nominated at Lyuchburg as that Of
the genuine republican party of Virginia. Sen
ator Morton has also promised to take an ac-
tive part in the campaign. Truly does the
Chicago Times remark that Csesarism is not
so much to be dreaded in a third term as in the
exercise of federal influence in the affairs Of the
several States.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08
NEWS OF THE DAY.
"71 show tie very age uad lady Of the Ttmcs

Fourteen German beer sellers in Worcester,
Mass, were summoned before the Central Dis
trict Court yesterday, most Of them for the
third time Six were GDed 500 and cost, SEN
fenced to the house Of correction for six months,
and ordered to find 81 200 bail not to violate
the law for a year. They all appealed and
found the bail required.
A fire broke out yesterday in Chicago in the
planning mill Of J. L. Dicz & Co., entirely de-
stroying the building, with all the machinery
and quantity Of lumber, The fire spread
across the street to Billiards. mill, which was
also destroyed, together with Hemingway tub
factory ad joining Total loss about $4,000.
The meeting of the National Educational
Association at Elmira, N. Y, was very largely
attended. NJ. A. Newell superintendent Of
schools Of Maryland, spoke in regard to the
school system of that State, describing it fully,
and showing the admirable state Of affairs
there.
Last night, in New York, David Jones,
Waterman, and Hugh Murray, fireman, on the
steamship Atlas, lying at pier y, North river,
had an alteration, when Jones seized Murray
and threw him in the river and before help
could reach him he was drowned. Jones was
arrested.
A man and wife were found dead in bed a
few days ago at their home in Mount Vernon,
Ind, having died of cholera. When discover
ed their ouly child, two years old, was Chamber
ing over their dead bodies in vain attempt to
awake them.
Geo. w. Cass died at Dresden Ohio, We'd
nesday, in his cighty-third year. The deceased
was u resident of Ohio for seventy three years,
and was the last Of the family Of Major iona
than Cass. He was u brother OF Gen. Lewis
Cass, of Michigan.
The cholera has rcappeared in Chattanooga.
There have been eight cases, two of which were
fatal. The Mayor has issued proclamation
forbiddng the sale Of all vegetables except po-
tatoes and tomatoes
A band Of six disguised men entered the
house of a wealthy Kentucky farmer, and, being
discovered, shot him in the thigh and his sou in
the breast, killing the latter
A wreck has been discovered off the coast of
Ireland, supposed to be that of the stesmphip
Alabama which left Glasgow for New York on
Saturday last No survivors have been found
The steadily recurring sea serpent, true to its
reputation, has appeared again, but has this
time thrown its pursuers off the track by max
ing Lake Champlan the point of its visibility.
President Grant returned from Washington
to Long Brauch yesterday afternoon. Last
night he rescued lady from being run over by
a runaway team on Cedar avenue.
A Philadelphlan was drowned at Atlantic
City yesterday.
The Brooklyn Trust Company have rcorgan-
lied and will resume on Saturday.
Kate Stoddard who murdered Goodrich, has
Withdrawn all claim to his property.
Wooden shipbuilding is said to be rapidly
rcviving in New England.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08
The Conservative Convention.

The Conservative gathering was, in numbers
intelligence, and moral and social characters
tics, worthy of Virginia in her palmiest days
Every age, class, aud calling among the real
people of the State was represented, and the
earnest interest manifested by all, even when
showing itself in over jealous efforts in behalf
OF favorte candidates and references to topics
that should have been taboocd, was an evidence
of the universal sense Of the importance Of the
occasion. When the body was called to order,
the crowd was very great, and there was con.
siderable attendance of ladies. An excellent
band enlivened the occasion with stirring airs.
The feature by which we were most impressed
was the large display Of solid and substantial
citizens from all parts fthe State, who have
no selfish purposes in view, but come from
their homes with the single desire to assist in
saving their Commonwealth from the clutches
of Radcalism There were many distinguish
ed citizens whose faces we a ways see, aud are
glad to see, on such occasions There were
also many Of our rising young men, who con-
stitutc the corps from which The ranks of the
elders as they pass away will be supplied. ;, 1t
was noble mbIage-the best, take it all in
all, that we have had in Virginia since the war.
-Rchmond Wing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

The CONSERVATIVE STATE CONVENTION
concluded its labors last night, and adjourned
sine die about II o'clock. The nominations
gave the greatest satisfaction, and everything
passed off most pleasantly and with great har-
mony. The Convention was composed OF the
very best material, and was an evidence of the
desire on the part of the people of the State to
defeat the aims and objects of the Radicals and
to secure the triumph of Conservative princi-
nlcs and Conservative rule in Virginia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08
m He NEW II | 5 7 .
i Adopted for the
PIIRIIG SCHOOLS OF kJI ~ IN,

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FRENCII'S. NO. - KING SIkhEl. Il,
HISTORY OF VIRGINIA. Tor the us', u
Schools, by Mary Tucker MnSln w R,' ET Tl
I'm. by Mrs. B. q. Howard;S 30. ..,
THEY MET BY CHANCE, a society novel,
by Olive Logan; 81 81. .,l L,.
PURPLE AND FINE LIN EN- T. mover -
Edgar Fawcctt: 5 .; I,,r ,,r1 ara
WOMEN, OR CHRONICLEs Of III J. y ''Ai u
WAR. by Mary Tucker MagIIi - up. u.-y
HEART ECHOES By META, by Mrs. MARY
Lewis, of Virginia; ) -: 30 :, A..
INNOCENT, = Tale Of Modern Life, by MI.
Olpha;t; o..
NEW BOUkS DAILY. ,,r.ru
aug q. L. NE ' -
CODA WATER ut ,.,
- iel9 WAKEFIELD iALlS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

Col. Hughes has resigned the office of u. 5.
attorney for the western district Of Virginia,
with the request that the vacancy be filled be-
fore the 10Th Instant
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

which, even for single instant Of time,1 shall
never entirely forgive myself albeit magnani-
nous Government has already pardoned the
offanca -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

Robt L. Montague, esq, was taken sudden
~ i'll in Richmond yesterday afternoon, and it
was reported that he had had slight stroke OF
paralysis. 1t is earnestly hoped that he may
COON rrrnvrr
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

Lillclfs Living Age, for this week, contains
its usual amount of Interesting selections from
the British Magazine.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

Mr.. Fulton, of the Baltimore American, in
his last letter from Vienna says:-'Thc re-
ccipts for the past few weeks have considerably
fallen short of the expenses, and it is evident
that as financial investment it will be an i'm
mense failure, not only to the Government, but
to the people of Vienna. 1t is now admitted
to be so on all hands, and that the crowd Of
strangers expected will not come. There is
plenty of room in all the hotels, aud prices
have fallen to very moderate rate. One OF
Cooks travelling parties arrived here last Mon
day, numbering over seventy, aud he had
propositions from all the leading hotels to ac
commodatc them at two forms, or one dollar
per day. They arc at the Hotel dc France,
which was the lowest bidder: Colonel Nc
killep, of Carroll county, is one of the party.
They start tomorrow for the tour Of Italy, and
will have warm time of it ere they reach
Naples
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

Gen. Henry Y. Wise, delivered an eloquent
address at Cappahosc Tor the benefit of the
Gloucester county Memorial Association on
Thursday week. lie gave a history Of Wise's
Luz nadn
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08

The Richmond State Journal says :-"Gen.
Kempcr is an able man, personally without re-
proach. He possesses an ardent and lmpetu-
Gus nature, and in war or peace would always
be cat the front.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-08-08
MARRIED.

On Tuesday morning, the 9TH instant a, t"'
residence OF the brides parents, IN o"'p'r r,,
Va, Mr. JAMES F. NORRIS, .! A'oAA'"''''
to Miss KATE E. WRENN.
In Washington ci:y, on THURSDAY, the 'tn "A
August, 1879, by R,v. S. p Hill, mr. ~
HOUSER, of ChiIlicothr, Ohio, to M;.s h-'
ME M ERRYMAN, Of Cumbcrlan ;, VA