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Martinsburg weekly independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1873-1875, 1874-12-05
Saturday, Dec 10Th, 1874

beiNeeH tnt hours o. ten 81 the forenoon
aud fonr in the aft rnoan the following
described property, viz:
An undivided bali interest in the fol
lowi Z described real estate viz Begin
ming ut hickory tree on the river bank
fhee and five-ten,h poles above the mouth
If Falling Waters corner 70 the nun ion
house Iol, being the Original beginning Of
The deed from D II Conrad and others to
David Clagett, dated the 18Th day OF
March, 1854 and running with said deed
south twenty-elx md onc-fourth degrees
West forty pot's; North sixty-ohe degrees
West fifty and seventeenth poles to the
end OF The eleventh lire of the said deed
from D II Conrad and others TO David
Clapett then with the lines of said deed,
The six following courses and distances
North ffty-six degrers Eas' thirty V
and lwo-ienth pots to The edge of the mi
pond thence North sixty-three AID hall
degrees West eight and seventeenth poles
70 stake near y white oak stump, corner
to Mrs. Strobe and the mansion house lot;
thence the same conrse continued, in all
6fty-one aud fve-tenlh poles to white
oak tree at the western edge of the mill
pond corner to said lot; then with other
ines of the same North sixty four degrees
East eight and three-tenth poles 10 a white
oak tree thence South seventy-three and
three fourth degrees East crossing a
spring at nine poles, thirty-nine and two
zenith p.les to persimmon tree near the
north side of the mill pond then South
fifty degrees East. forty-two poles to
the place OF beginning, containing THIR-
TEEN ACRES TWO ROODS AND
FWENTYTHREE POLES OF land, more
or less, being the same property described
in deed from Hezekiah Clagett TO John
Ream and Christian lands, dated Nosem-
Der l4lh, 1867, and recorded in the office
Of the county clerk of Berkeley county. il
deed book 1867 folios 300 and 200, refer
enee thereto had wi more fully appear.
Terms of sale cash
ISAAC WYMAN, Trustee.
Nov 2lst, Wtd
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SPECIAL NOTICE.
10 CONSERVATIVES.

THE ADVERTISER, HAVING been
Il permanently cured ofthat dread di-
sease, Consumption, by simple RENE
dy, is anxious to make known to his
fellow sufferers the means OF cure. To
all who de ire it, he will send a copy of
the prescription used, free of charge,
with the directions for preparing and
using the same. which they will find a
sure cure for Consumption, Asthma,
Bronchitis, &c. Parties wishing the
prescription will please address
REV h. A. WILSON,
1914 Penn ST. Williamsburg n. Y.
Noy. 81 6mdaw- Abbott.
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DsraIor CouRr OF TIE UNITED STATE
FOR TIE
DISTRICT OF WEST VIRGINIA,
IN BANKRUPTCY.

In the matter Of Elizabeth Ours, Bank
rupt.
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NOI'ICE.

My wife, Rose Ella Ledan, having
left my bed and board, without my con
sent. all persons are hereby notified not
to trI asst a credit her on my acccGnt.
THOM $ III LEDAN.
Nov. 27-3tw.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09
Letter from Hamilton.

Correspondence of the Alexandria Gazette.
HAMILTON, LoUDoUN Co., Va March T.
The third lecture OF the course before the Vir.
giuia Normal Institute was delivered last
night by j. NJ Kiigour to a full house. The
subject, ''Aa Evening with Dickens" the lee
turcr stated was not one prepared for the &C.
casion, on the contrary it was only taken up
because ne has been unable to finish. iu tina,
one n course Of preparation, styled Debtors
and Creditors, "a comprehensive subjcct, and no
doubt good lecture; however, he promised his
audience tiat they should have the pleasure of
listening to it at some future time.
The Major evidently is an sdmrer of Dickens,
and spoke of him as one Of the greatest writer's
the world has ever produced. Referring to the
subject Of Major Whites lecture, monuments
and Monumental Men," he said Charles Dick
ems was the monumental man of the 10th GEN.
fury. His selections were from "Pickwick -
"Old Curiosity Shnp'' and ''Bleak House. y
the author 10 his two principal
characters, humor and pathos. The Major is
a capital reader, and presents his subjects 10
their true lights. He was listened to with at
tentiou and frequently applauded MARTIN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 1874.

The report of the killing of ex-President
Cespedes 10 Cuba. by some Of the members OF
the San Quentin battalion is confirmed. 1t
appears that on the 9th ultimo they captured
a negro, and were ordered by their commander
to shoot him. The negro promised, if his lfe
was spared, to lead them to the spot where
Cespedes could be found. This was assented
to, and the ex-President was discovered, with
few friends, FIVE leagues from Aserradero.
His companions succeeded 10 getting away
but he could not escape, and, while closely
pursued by detachment of troops, led by a
sergeant, turned and fired six shots from his
revolver This was returned by the troops,
and Cespedes received bullets in the head aud
breast, causing instant death. His body was
brought to Santiago de Cuba, and buried 90
the LIST instant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09
FROM RICHMOND.
LEGISLATIVE.

RICHMOND, March Tn the Senate, to-day,
an adverse report was made upon the bill to
amend the act for the relief Of sherffs, or other
officers, whose official papers were lost or des-
troyed during the late war,
Bills we're favorably reported upon, to amend
certain sections of the Code in relation to the
Jurisdiction of county courts; to enforce the con-
tract of the James River and kapawha Com
pany with the Commonwealth, and 10 amend
the Code in relation to new trials.
A bill was Introduced authorizing the consol-
idation of the Richmoud and Danville and
Piedmont railroads; also bill concerning the
jurisd ction of justices OF the peace.
resolution of enquiry was adopted as to the
expedency IF requiring the signatures of two
Judges Of the supreme court or TWO OF the CIR
cult court to lawyer to practice law.
The House bill providing for the payment of
the services of Gen Fl. A. Wise as boundary
line commissioner, &C.. was referred.
The Senate bill amending the Code 10 rela-
too to road evies, was passed, ayes, Is
noes, 10.
A resolution was adopted iDstructing the
Committee on Finance to Inquire into the ex-
pedicncy Of reporting bill TO appropriate not
less than two hundred and fifty thousand dol
lars 10 the purchase of State bonds annually a,
the lowest market rates.
| A resolution to Inquire into the expedieDcy
| Of repeating that clause of the homestead law
exemptiug from levy the wages Of mechanics
and Iaboriog men 10 the extent Of $50 pei
month was rejected ayes H.; uays, Is.
| The bill to prescribe how hypohecatlons Of
products and commodities shall be made, &c.
was made the order of the day for Tuesday.
Pcudlng discussion upon bill 10 relation tc
weighing aud iu>uriug OF tobacco, the Senate
adjourned.
10 the House Of Delegates a number of bill'
were read the first time, among them bills 10
cooperating the Back>burk Railroad company
10 Montgomery, aud to incorporate the Virgin
| Ia Life Insurance company
Several petitions were presented for increase
Of pay of circuit judges, aud fees OF sherltts.
The bill continuing the Special Court Of Ap
peals was rejected ayes, SO; noes, 43, not {
constitutional majority. A motion to recon
slider prevailrd aud the bill was passed by.
Bills we're passed for the relief Of VIM H
Hume, late sheriff of Fauquier county; to anenc
the Code relative to the power Of circuit auc
corporation courts over guardians and wards
to prevent the sale of Intoxicating liquors t
minors; to amend the Code 10 reference to spe
cia jures; to amend the law relative to pro
ceedirgs Oh a caveat; to pay Henry A. Wise
for his services as com missioner and for his ex
peuses on the commission to adjust the bouuda
ry liue between Virginia and Maryland; and t.
amend the charter of the city Of Norfolk.
The bill in relation to interest on money
which was ordered to its engrossment Friday
was passed ayes, SO; noes, 90.
The Senate bill iu relation to proof of will
where the witnesses thereto reside beyond thu
limits of the county where the will is offered
for probate, was dismissed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09
town.

The railroad agitation Of the present session
of the Legislature is upon the application OF
the Valley Railroad Company for charter for
an extension of their road from Salem, Roa-
noke county, to the Tennessee line, to enable
them to strike the East Tennessee and Virgin
ia road at a point beyond Bristol that they may
Intercept freights that might be thrown upon
the Atlantic, Mississippi and Ohio railroad and
divert them to Baltimore The Dispatch says
that though the application is made in the
name of the Valley R. R. it is simply scheme
of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad, 10 the in
terest of Baltimore.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

A bill pending iu the Legislature provides
that it shall be lawful Whenever watch clock,
or other article has been left with watch
maker, jeweler or other person for repairs and
not called for and the charges thereon paid
within one year, the same shall be delivered to
the treasurer of his city, town or county, with
a list thereof and the amount due thereon, and
the name of the owner of each article, who
shall, after suitably advertising, sell the same
at public auction. Out of the proceeds of such
sale the charges for repairs to such articles
shall be paid, and the balance, if not claimed
by the owners of such articles, shall be turned
into the general fund Of the county, city or
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

A brutal murder was committed 10 Brooklyn
on Saturday afternoon. Thomas Lowude, a
blacksmith, residing on North Fifth street,
whilo intoxicated quarrelled with his wife.
During the alteration he dreg long sheath
knife and stabbed her over the left eye and
under the left breast, killing her almost in-
stantly.. After committing the murder Lownde
sent his two young sons for whiskey, which he
drank, and went out. Later 10 the evening
he staggered back to bis residence, apparently
knowing nothing of the murder, and was ar
rested. The deceased, the neighbors state, was
was also addicted to drink.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09


PORT OF ALEXAN DRlA, MARCH 9, 1874
SUN RosE..... 6 20 MOON RIsEs........ morn
SUS SETS.
ARRIVED.
Steamer Columbia, Baltimore to B Wheat
She reports passing four coasters two in the
Kettle Bottoms, one below Ragged Point, and
one at Maryland Point, all bound up Sho
brought up the captain and crew of the schooner
George Washington, which, while bound to Bal.
timore with a cargo of 1900 bushels of oysters,
WAS lost on Friday night last OFT Lynch's Point
mouth of Yeocomico.
Steamer ri OF Boy, Currioman, to 4 Reed.
Among her freight were about five thousand
punches Of fresh fish from Mattox and Upper
Machodock, which were carried on to WASH
inglon.
Steamer New York, Philsdelphis, to + A
Reed
Steamer John Gibson, New York, to Hooe &
Johnston.
Schr Enoch Moore. New York, to Herbert
Bryant.
Schr Jesse W Knight New York, to SHIN
s. Go.
Schr Magic, Baltimore. to w A Smoot.
Schrs Jos } Pharo and Henry Finch, light. and
John Henry, loaded with lumber, for Wash
irgton.
Steamer Char otte Vanderbilt Bait more, by
Hooe j. Johnston.
Steamer Lady of the Lake, Norfolk, by A
Reed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

Capt. James NJ Turner, of the steamer Ises,
plying on the Roanoke river, committed suicide
on Saturday last, when the boat was near We'll
don, by cutting his throat and jumping into
the river He was citizen of Petersburg, to
which place his remains were taken. Captain
Turner was, about IS years of age and leaves
wife and four children. He was for num-
Der of years conductor on the Petersburg aud
Weldon Railroad, but more recently was en-,
gagged at Jarratt's Hotel.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

On Friday last, during the debate 10 the
House Of Delegates upon the interest question,
Mr.. Nicely, of Accomac county, took the
ground, that with implicit and universal public
confidence in the fidelity Of the Commonwealth
to her obligations and in her determination to
meet them, there would be an incentive to
capitalists to make investments and loans here,
which would be moEe effective in making mon
ey plentiful than any high rate OF interest that
might be allowed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

A large trunk, filled with a ladys wedding
garments, was seized at New YORK on Satur-
day, by the Custom House authorities, on the
steamer Adriatic The trosseau, valued at
$780, was made by Worth, the Paris mil
liner, and is said to have been ordered by a
New York insurance president, whose daugh
ter will soon be married Much smuggling is
known to have occurred recently, and it is said
the wife of prominent city official recently
landed with 100000 worth of goods.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09
lCOMMCSICATED

Is there no. car set apart for ladies on the
Alexandris and Washington Railroad? This
question is asked simply tor information, for
being in company with lady on the I D. m.
train from Washington last night l Was much
surprised to see three men, evidently IN an in.
toxicated condition, who mads the presence of
ladies in the Car very unpleas mt By their OBJ
scene and blasphemous language, fourishing of
pistols, sc. AS have often ben refused sd.
mission into the ladies' Car myself, when unac
e"mpanied by lady, would like to know why
these men were al United PASSENGER
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

In consequence of the supply of water 10 Cali
fornia, the production of gold and silver prom
Uses to be unusually large. This increase in
tie precious metals involves an increased de-
mand for quicksilver, the price of which is now
quite oppressive to the miners, having advauc.
ed fifty per cent. per pound.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

Rev. Dr. Thomas, of the Methodist Church,
the other day expressed the opinion that the
use of wine and beer should be permissible;
and further, THAT the substitution OF such
drinks for stroug alcoholic beverages would do
more to lessen habtual drunkenness than any
amount Of misguided enthusiasm"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

The Committee on Roads and Internal Nav
igation of the House of Delegates upon the
subject Of the Cumberland Gap Road, instead
of iusructing Gen. Malone to commence the
extension by the 10Th Of May, recommends
that seven years time be given him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

We have received copy of the address to
the Farmers of Virginia" by the Committee
Of the Patrons of Husbandry. The committee
appointed to prepare this address, and whose
names are signed to it, are Messrs. Richard V.
Gaines, David Chalmers, and James w. Lew
ellen.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

An unsuccessful attempt at murder and sui
eide was made at WalIiugford, Connecticut, on
Saturday by Sweed, who entered factory,
filled with workuen, and fired twelve shots,
wouudiug only two persons and killing no one.
He afterwards made an equally unsuccessful at
tempt to kill himself
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

HOS. ,. 81 COA,
(Member of Congress from New York city
Will deliver his celebrated lecture
ENTITLED, "AMERICAN HUMOR."
SAREPTA HALL
On WEDNESDAY EVENING NEXT,
At eight o'clock,
FOR THE BENEFIT OF TIE ALEXAN-
OKLA LIBRARY COMPANY.
Tickets Soc For sale st French's bookstore,
nj Lunt's and Cooks drug stores, and ut the ho-
tells. NH std
SIXTH ANN Al BA L l.
HYDRAULN. STEAM FIRE ENGINE co.
WILL BE GIVEN AT
REPTA HALL,
ON EASTER MONDAY EV'G, APRIL 9th.
Master Of Ceremonies e. Smith.
Floor Managers.
L. W. Fails, B. F. Penn,
r. NJ Latham, John Sullivan.
Comnsittes Of Reception.
Henry }. Nevett, Thomas Lannon,
N. Is. Harlow, II. P. Berkeley.
Committee Of arrangements.
Jos. II. Young Israel Berliner A. G. Kc!r.
The Committee reserve the light to reject.
NH 4 It'd
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

The Petersburg Appeal hopes that the rail
road schemes attempted to be brough, before
the Legislature will be nipped in the bud, and
that the body will attend to the practical bust
ness before it and then-go home. A capital
suggestion, and one that it is hoped will be
adoptad
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

Gen. ScheDck says his visit to this country
is solely 10 connection with private AFFAIRS that
he has not come home to iii any Cabinet or
other Office; and, that he will return to Eng
land in May, when his leave Of absence expires.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

To tie cditor Of the Itlecandria Gazette:
1t has been stated III the Gaz tie of this place
and copied into papers that have united my
self with the Lodge of Good Templars in this
town. That such is the fact am happy in stat
ing. Yet | am sorry that all the novices who
have joined were not mentioned in the same is
sge OF our county paper. When newspaper men,
and think you will agree with me leave off in
and honestly concur with nom
drinking men in their efforts t. abolish this cry
ing evil, it is my opinion that not only should
every name be published, but particularly those
who are widely known as Bohemians, and con-
vel! known as Us
Very respectfully, yours truly,
RHODA Jewell
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

A Bavarian, a fully naturalz.d citizen of the
United States, resident at Bridgeport Connec
ticut, returning to his native country on visit,
has been forced into the military service The
Bridgeport Standard says: "He had his natur-
alizatlon papers with him, but the authorities
doubt their genuiueness, aud refuse to acknowl-
edge him as having given up his allegiance to
Bavaria
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

The bill which has passed the Legislature,
fixing the times for holding the Circuit Courts,
goes into effect Oh and after one term has been
held 10 each county in the year of 1874, in &C.
cordance with the times fixed by the Judges
SO that the act will not interfere with the
terms now being held iu various parts Of the
State
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

A noticeable feature of the proceedings OF
the Baltimore Conference Of the NJ. 4. Church
South, in session in Stanton, on Saturday,
was the election of Samuel Rushton, colored
man of Lecsburg, to deacon's orders. He was
highly recommended, and was elected by a
unanimous vote
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

Last Wednesday night, the storehouse OF
Captain John B. Whitehead, situated 10 Rich
Valley, thirteen miles from Marion and four
miles from Saltvie, was destroyed by fire, to-
gether with nearly all its contents. Captain
Whitehead's loss is quite heavy-probably
amounting to $4,000, on which there was no
insurance
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

REMARKs.-Wheat is quiet and unchsnged;
offerings of 1888 bushels with sales Of white st
ITO for strictly prime, and red at $50, l58, l6O
and l65 for fair to very good, and ITO for
strictly prime. Corn is in light receipt, and the
market is very firm at An advance of 2a3c on
last weeks prices offerings Of $50 bushels mix
ed, with sales at II No sales of Rye reported.
Oats are very scarce and wanted at an advance
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

In the case of Woodward vs. the Z. & 0. R.
r. Co., Judge Mclaughlin has decided the
law excepting wages 10 the amount of $50
from garnishee for debt, unconstitutional as far
as it was intended to be retrospective.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

The German press is agitatiug the subject of
making the exercise Of the elective franchise
compulsory by afixing legal penalties for alb
senliug one s self from the polls.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

The Senate Of Virginia has refused to in
crease the pay of the judges of the Court Of
Appeals from 5000 to 81 900 year.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

The lower House of the California Legisla-
ture has passed bill, making women eligible
to Office uuder the school law.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

Dr. &. W. Friend, Conservative, has beer
elected to the House of Delegates from Ches
ter6cld
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

The proposition in the New jersey Leglsla
ture to stop the running Of Sunday trains il
that State has just been voted down.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09

Mr.. Caleb Gushing, U. S. Minister to Spain
sailed from New York for Europe GU Saturday
last in the steamship ST. Laurent.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09
FOREIGN NEHS.

Upon the fall of Coomassie, General Sir Gar
net Wolseey issued general order to his
troops, compiimentiug them upon their brav,
cry, and congratulating them upon their sue
cess 10 conclusion, he says: ''Eogiand is
proud of such meo, and am proud Of the hon
or Of commanding them.
A transport has arrived at St. Vincent with
the first detachment Of the troops returning to
England.
The London Observer says meeting of the
members of the late Ministry was held Satur-
day. The impression that Gladstone has de-
clined active leadership of the opposition dur
ing the present session is confirmed. The Mar.
quis of Huntington is mentioned as his success
sor, but nothing has been decided yet.
Proceedings are about to be commenced 10
Lond on against certain prominent persons on
the charge Of entering into conspiracy with
Orion to get possession of the Tichborue es-
tate.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-03-09
KENTUCKY LIBRARY CONCERT.
CARD TO THE PI-HJIC

CARD TO THE PUBLIC.
The manager is DESTROYS that every ticket
holder in the Fourth Concert which comes off
in Public Library Hail on the 3lst of March,
shall be perfectly satisfied with the distribution
of Gifts which is TO take place at that time. The
distribution Of 81 100000 is an affair of such inn
portance that although the interest of the absent
ticket holders will be faithfully cared for by the
management, yet they W uId be glad for all to
sec and ktow each one for bmself that eve-y
thing is dune which the most scrupulousIy ex
acting could ask, to make the distribution abso.
lutaly fair and impartial. All arrangements for
the drawing on the part of the management are
complete, and the ticket holders are invited to
send delegates to a neeting to be held in the
Public Library Building on the 10Th of March,
to sele committee to cooperate with the COM
mlttce appointed by the trustees to count and
examine the tags. and see thet every ticket is
fairly represented in tho drawing. The time is
short and whatever is to be done must be done
promptly. Your cooperation in this matter is
earnestly invited. Yours
THOS E. BRAMLETTE,
Agent and Manager Pub. Lib. Ken lucky.