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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04
Conversational Matters.

Dispatches from Washington furnish the
following particulars as to the probable course
of Congress In the matters of early legislation
The Senate, on the last day of last session,
postponed uutil the first Monday 10 Decem Der
the further consideration of the tax and tariff
bills which had been passed BY the House,
amended and passed By the Senate, and adjust
ed by committee OF conference. The House
refused to accept the report OF the committee
Of conference, aud asked the Senate to appoint
a new committee; but as it was the last day OF
the session, Mr.. Sherman moved postpone
ment until next Monday. Meanwhile the
Senate Committee on Finance and the House
Comuitte 90 Ways aud Means have reviewed
the action of the two houses, aud will present
bill at an early day as substitute for that
which was last year tossed like Shutte-cock
from one end of the Capitol to the other. The
Senate will probably go toto executive session
soon after the reading of the Presidents mes
sage on Monday, when the nominations OF
Postmaster General Jewell and others who
have been appointed by the President during
the recess will be referred to the appropriate
committees.
lu the House General Butler cau claim the
floor on the pending motion to re consider q
motion to recommit the House civil rights bill
10 the Judiciary Committee, of which be is
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

chairman The bill is almost ident win
that introduced last December by Mr. sum
ner, bu: amended before it wa finely pa>s'u
by the Seuate. The amcDdt Senate c,F'i
rights bill is also before the House. standing
number two on the calendar, aud It Will require
dexterous parliamentary naL@ISrlue 10 s'"', .,
off vote on Que or the other oil these CIVIL
rights bills.
The calendars of unfinished business which
we're left at the close Of last session are uhu
s,,]Iv LARGE. there being nearly 80 bills on the
Senate calendar and 600 bills on the House
calendar. OF these at LEAST one halt are Tor
the relief 0! private individuals, ana as nearly
all Of these have been passed b. oue House,
desperate atteppts will be made 10 secure then
passags By the other The chances Of success
for the greater part Of these private bills, how,
ever, are few
The revised statutes enacted at the last SEES
sion have been printed, and make volume OF
1905 large pages There are indications that
there will De some lively debates In congress
over the revised statutes, 10 which several Of
the original laws were 90 construed rs to nar'
monte with Tie decisions Of The Treasury De,
partment.
The Arkansas and iouisapa questions vii
have to be disposed Of at an early day, ana
the House Con unite on Appropriations hope
to be able to pass at least three Of The appro
priarou bills before Chrstma>. UuIcs> TIL:
can be done the holiday recess viii he very
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04
MONETARY ANU. OMMExCIAL.

Affairs financial are generally in quiescens
state Business is looking up q little, and as the
holidays approach more activity may De locked
fer. Money is unchar ged, the banks supplying
all needed demands, but there is still! COM
plsint of scarcity among retail dealers. DIS
patches from New York report less money
seeking temporary investment and the market
not 50 easy call losns ruling at 4aao per cent
The market for mercantile paper is undergoing
8 change, paper not being SO easily moved as
week ago, except at higher rates Choice sixty
dsy is still quoted at 5s6 per cent and four
months at 6.7 per cent. The best single-naned
i 6s7 per cent for sixty days, and 1a9 per cent
for four months. The next gaade of paper
ranges from I to 10 per cent. State stocks are
Arm and we note an advance il Firginas, con-
soils, e1-coupons, selling at54i s55. Peeer; held
at 43, with ~ bid, snd detached co.so! coupons
wanted at 50. Rair lad securities are in some
what better enquiry. We quote:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04
The W. g.. v. NJ. a. &. y. &. IL.

The editor of the Lyuchburg lrgioian, who
presided over the meeting Of the Stockholders
of the Virginia Mldiaod Railroad, held in this
city on Monday last. in his comments upon
the Presidents report says "NotwlthSEand-
lug the panic Of last year and the great S'rln-
gency in the money market which has since
existed. this company completed aud put IN
operation the !iue hence to Danville, and paid
the annual interest on its BONDED debt Mean
while, the revenue Of the company has IN
creased, as compared with preceding years,
while its 1perating expenses have been rcia-
lively diminished, the proportion OF the latter
to gross earnings being only IS. 1l00ths per CT,
which is about as low as any company can
boast and much lower than the great North
ern roads and some of those III Eng land pay for
this service. L anybody should be startled by
the debt exhibit, let him think Of the vast
property created in part, BY that debt, aud the
work that has been done since the Wharf.-The re-
newDg of the old line, the rebuilding OF the
Manassas branch aud the construction OF au en-
tirey new road from this city to DauviIle. The
exhibit given 10 the Report of the valuable
minerals recently discovered along the line,
which are likcly to be utilized aud made trou-
tary to the business OF the road is an encourag
ing feature, aud gives earnest Of a brighter fu-
ture for this corporation. When the country
through which this road passes fills up and is
developed, it will, 10 addition to its importance
as great trunk line running North and South,
be one of the greatest avenues Of trade and
commerce, in or out Of the State. The man
agement of the affairs of the company seem to
have been wise and iuiciou>, aud it is eminent
ly deserving of the conf fence and support Of
the public
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04
The French Presidents Message

PARIS Dec. 3.--The message Of President
MacAlahon was delivered to the Assembly this
afternoon. Th President says order has been
maintained through bout the country. The rela.
tons with foreign governments are on an cI-
celIent footing France has shown frm deter
moatlon to respect treaties, and has gained in
creased confidence OF her uelghborS. M for
eigu power DOW doubts here desire TO maintain
pacific relations with all nations. lhe financial
position OF the country has senSlbIy Improved
at home, thanks to good harvest.
The agricultural production has reached an
unprecedented figure. The export trade has
never been 80 considerable as during the last
four months Everything now tavors the ex-
pectation that these most satisfactory results
will be at least cquaed 10 1876. The President
insists strongly 90 the necessity OF definite leg
lslation with regard TO the constitutional powers
and continues as follows:
necessarily agltated by'a propaganda Of the
most perniclous doctrines, the Country asks you
TO guarantee, by measures OF Wise foresight,
the regular action of the public power during
the period of stability which you PROMISED
France You will shortly examine these grave
questions and an understanding, | hope. Will be
arrived at | shall not decline any share 1t re-
sponsibity, DOR will Intervention OF my go7ern-
ment be wanting.
II wish to state how | understand my duties
toward the Assembly and country. | did NOT
accept power to serve the aspirations OF any
parry. | only pursue the wor k OF socla! defense
and nalonal restoration 1t is my ardent desire
to have the support of men of good. wll-those
whose personal preferences bow before the pre-,
sent necessities of the sacred cause of country.
I claim their support 10 the name of France,
whose welfare and greatness | have alone 10
view. Nothing will discourage NE 10 the ac
comnlishment of the task 1t i. my duty not
to desert the post 10 which you have placed
me: to occupy it I'D to the last day with uu-
shaken 6rmoess and scrupu!ouS respect tor
law"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

The Board OF Directors Of ,he Citz Us Bank
of Philadelphia yesterday resolved TO wind up
its affairs by the aid of receiver. The bank,
it is said has discounted literally, and the notes
taken have not yet matured, but are said to be
perfectly good. The President states that the
personal liability of the stockholders TO tie ex
tent of their shares fully guarantees all liablli-
ties. The failure has created quite an excite
mcut iu financial circles and the institution has
been ruu down by parties interested, who are
anxious to know the cause of the embarrass
ment, and whether it will entaDgle them in any
pecupiary difficulty.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

A letter from Gov. Dix to the late Mayor
Havcneyer of New York, is published, which
gives some acc ,uut OF the prison life nf Tweed,
who seems to be almost az great mau IN jail
as he was iu the city government. he per-
ioruls 10 prison dug whatever, wears the dress
of citizen, lives in a finely furnished room
and has all the comforts ADD luxuries about
him thar be Gao possibly use. Gov. Dix de-
claresihat such tavoritsm as this is disgrace
to the State of New York and gross viola.
ton of the law on the part of the prison off
ri.is
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

4 special to the New York Evening Pest
from Washington, December 3 says that some
of the most prominent Republican members OF
Congress now there, WHO have been active in
advocating further lh4tion Of the currency,
are thoroughly satisfied that it is the Presi
dents purpose to recommend in bis annual
message the repeal Of the legal-tender act, and
resumiug specie payments. This information
has occasoDed much CONSERVATION among the
advocates Of more paper money, and they pre-
dict that the only effect of such recomncnda
Their divide the Republican party and to pre-
vent the passage of aDy financial bill at the
coming session of Congress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

The Supteme Court Of ludlaua has jus, de-
cded, unanimously, the State law providing
for separate schools for coored children, TO be
constitutional, aud that colored children are not
entitled to admission into common schools pro-
yided for white children.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

\ meeting OF PROMINENT ciergpmen and rul-
lug elders Connected With the various branches
Of the Presbyterian Church 10 the United
States aud Canada, was held in New York yes
terday for the purpose Of discussing plan for
forming a Liberation OF all the churches in the
world holding Presbyterian tenets. The meet.
lup was prlvaie.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

4 London telegram states that three hundred
and sixty6ve of the passengers of the steam
ship Atbottsford, who left that vessel for Lv r.
pool before it was discovered she had small poS
on board embarked Oh the American line steam,
er Illinois, for Philadelphia, but their tioal
medical examination proving unsatisfactory
they were again landed and are now located
tenn porary 10 the Liverpool work hou>e
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

Police Justice " nite, vn trial 10 the Hust-
Tugs Court at Richmond, for corrnptly admit
ing j ohn Dull 10 uai while the latter was
charged with felony aud bis case about to be
heard Oh writ Of habea> corpus, has been ac-
Quilted. The other cases pending in the same
Court against he Justice were dismissed by or.
der Of the Judge.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

Ou last Monday evcuiug aud night quite a
severe storm passed OVER portions of Shenan-
doah county The fodder 10 the fields was
scattecd iu confusion. Fences were more or
less Injured aud the large, iue, new barn of
DR.. j. B. St1ayer, near Newmarket, 10 pro-
cess OF completion, was blown over.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

a special dispatch from Washington, to the
New York Evening Post, says - Although the
public debt statement for November showed
40 apparent decrease 10 the debt Of more than
one buudred thousand dollars there is DO COP.
cealmeut at the Treasury Department of the
fact that this decrease was effected only By
Withholding the payment Of several large war
rauts until after the LIST Of December Had
all the demands on the treasury been promptly
met, the debt statement for the month just
ended would have shown a considerable ip-
crease in the amount of the debt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

The Posoffics Dep 4rtmeut has made PROPOSE
ton TO the Pennsylvania Railroad and connect
lug lines for two additional daily mails each way
b,tweeu Washington and New York. If these
mails an put on there will then be four daily
through mails between Washington and New
N,r-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

The magnificent theatre built in New ork
somc five or six years ago by Edwin Booth was
sold yesterday uuder decree of court to sat
isiy mortgage. 1t was bought by Oliver
AmeS. OF Boston, for 1886 900. The property
was sold subject to mortgages amounting to
S27G 0Qu, which sum is to be deducted from
the purchase money.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

Some important questions connected with
the Granger movement 10 the west will 5000
come before the Supreme Court Of the U. ).
for decision. There are three cases pending,
which involve the constitutiouallty Of the laws,
which arc hostile to the interests OF western
railroad corporations. One of these cases Will
probably be argued early in February.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

The Radical republican journal of Paris, La
RepubIique Franchise, says the greatest coutu
sion exists among the various parties 10 the
Assembly. Both the Right aud Lett consider
dissolution imminent Ia France believes that
the idea OF a renewal IF the Assembly by sue
cessive partial elections is ganiog ground, and
adds tina, motion to tina, effect wiIi shortly be
Introduced in the Chamber
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

Rev. Thomas Cooper, pastor for the Congre-
ga,ioual Church at Fraukford, Pa, yesterday
answered TO capias issued by the Sheriff, and
i. under bonds 10 $1,000 to answer charge OF
fclouious assault and battery upon Flora May
Peters. The charge is brought by the father
OF the 4irl, who is IS years old. The suit Is
evil one. damages being fixed at $4,000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

The Court Of Appeal 10 Richmond yester-
day, granted a writ Of supersed.as 10 the Dull
case. This will bave The effect of delaying the
execution of Duii's sentence until the court
can hear and determine the legal questions
suggested in the appeal
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

4 writer iu the Winchester News advocates
public u,eeiug OF the citizens Of that town,
to take such action as will lead to liberal pc
cunary aid oa their part TO the ". & 0. rail.
road
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

\ destructive fire occurred at the Terra
Gotta Porcelain Works, on South River, 10
Augusta county. Monday night laat. The pat
terms and the buildings were consumed, and
much Of the machinery damaged.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

A PARTY of men and one woman were re-
Gently found 10 the hollow OF Il big sycamore at
Newport, Ohio, which they had fitted up With
a cooking. stove and other cougenences tor a
lndpinp Mace
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

The Democrats OF Phlladcl phia held ban
quet last night at the Continental Hotel, to
celebrate the recent Democratic victory Rich
ard Iaux, ex-mayor, presided. Among the
prOmueut meu present We're ex-Goy Swami,
of Maryland, and General Cass, of Pittsburg.
The celebration Was Of local character, and
about Que hundred aud fifty sat down to
beautifully provided table.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

Marshal Ser:ano in Spain, is about to take
the field in person, and a vigorous campaign
against the Car!sts may be expected
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

The strike Of the employees of the Chesa-
psake and Ohio Railroad, at Huntington, West
Nlrginia, is over, the company having paid of
and dl>charSed the strikers. The trains were
delayed less than twebly-tour hours. Every
thing is how running smoothly. The annual
meeting OF the stockholders of the Chesapeake
aud Ohio Railroad Company was held at Rich
uoud, yesterday, but the president aud board
ui directors DOT being ready to report the meet
lug was postponed 10 the 231 instant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04
Extracts from the Report Of the Sec
Ond A uditOr.
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA J
SECOND ArDIToR'S OFFICE,
RICHMOND, October /, 1871.

COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA J
SECOND ArDIToR'S OFFICE,
RICHMOND, October /, 1871.
IL the General Assemhty W Tirgi"io:
have the honor to present herewith my annual
report of the public debt, together with the condition
Of the Literary Fund and the Sinking Fund, aud
also, as required by law, the report Of the Commits
sioners Of The Sinking Fund:
The amour, of debt September 30
1874, exclusive of bonds and cerif-
cafes held by the Literary Fund and
the Sinkng Fund So, 95i,0O IS
The debt as reported goth September,
1873. S30,i7S74I 10
But from this is de-
Quoted bonds purchased
by commissioners of
Sinking Fund $499 $3.50 II
And by Board of Educa-
Observation-Disclosures. 22,1OO 90
T3h II
Th. If tax
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

In round numbers $50 100000 90
The stocks and bonds held by the Literary fund
and by the sinking Fund: except those purchased by
the commissioners have MT heretofore been reported
as part Of the public debt of the C"nmon#ealth;'
bu; in providing for the payment of interest to those
funds the foregoing estimates will show the amount
equircd in addition the debt proper of the State.
/ have the honor to be, mos; respectfully, yours,
ASA ROGERS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

In the House Of Delegates, Mr. Gilman, of
Richmond, Introduced resolution that ell
uloi>erS Of the Gospel Of that city. irrespective
If color. be invited TO open the sessions OF the
House with prayer, which was lost.
\ resolution was offered aud passed that the
House proceed to the election of a Register
Ut The Ltnd Office 90 the 10Th Instant.
\ rc>alurcn iookiug TO the removal of the
iron railing from around the capitol square, was
referred
\ number of bills were introduced and re-
terred, when the House adjourned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04
VIRGINIA LEGISLATURE.

In the Senate, yesterday: communication
was presented from the Governor, giving list
OF his appointments to 6il vacancies that have
occurred AID been filed by him since the ad.
jnurnment OF the General Assembly, and which
expire thirty days from its assembling.
% motion of Mr. Taylor, of Loudoun, so
much of the Governors message as related to
taxation and finance was referred to the Fiuauca
Committee.
\ resolution was adopted, after debate, for
the appointment OF special committee of FIVE
90 the part Of the Senate, and oine on the part
Of the House, to consider all questions re-
la,ire TO warehousiog and inspection of to-
bacco.
Bills aud resolutions were Introduced to re-
peal the inspection laws; to define the jurlsdlc-
ton oil Circuit Courts in regard TO felony, and
providing for the reaSSe>sment Of real estate.
81 much Of the Governor ) message as re-
iates to protection of sheep was referred to the
Committee on General Laws.
\ 'ini resolution was utfrre d, but laid over,
that the General Assembly shall consider
TO matters that may de disposed Of BY the
Courts.
\ resolution that ouly general laws be pub
!l>hed 10 the acts, was referred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

Residue of the debt funded and that
which may be funded into bond. not
receivable for taxes. S9,717,9
The amount Of deferred interest over
and above that provided by law TO
be paid, for which \ n interest bear
ing certificates have been and may
be issued, ard for which no pro.
vision has yet been made by the
General Assembly, observation-disclosures. Sl.S2S,
Amount Of ta1-paying coupons, in
Guiding those of July, 1874, outstand-
ing this day, at face value, is. ........ 3l7,j
The portion Of the debt recognized by
this State a. due by West Virginia,
in certificates issued and to be issued.
AZ Of July /, ISL, is............... 1929:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

We reproduce from the report OF Judge
u,obes' omnio1n 10 the Petersburg case. eA
tracts which are of special slgnlhcapce Inc
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04


The amount Of paying coupon
bonds issued 10 this date .............S11.2 rs
And registered bonds and fractions
which may be converted into such
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

There Is no record in this Office By
which it can be ascertained with any
decree of accuracy where our public
debt is held, but we estimate THAI
there is owned By citizens and cor
norations in Virginia, as funded,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

FgEDEE1cKsBURG MARKET. Deer. 3.-lAe
market Is very 4-ivt, and quo,stions As .~:1""5
Whe,t llsala3 Tor good 10 prime; Corn oVas-
Rye 9Oa9!, and Oats oJao2.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

Making amount to be provided for in
money for the current fiscal year......
1t will appear that the amount Of tax
paying coupons past due, including
those for July, 1874. now outs:and-
ing, at their face value, is..............
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

ALEXANDRIA CATTLE MARKET. Deer. 4 -
The supply .! Cst:I~ Ills week mas been light,
lighter than usual. Inc price: ranged rom 35a
SIC per b gross for crdiasry to fai, quality.
Veai Calyc> y aG!c per b, and scarce. Sheep
and Lambs il !imI.ei supply, with sales a: 4a5:c
per ID for old Sheep. and 5Usst 81 per hetI
for Lambs. Hogs e:,9c. and =, fair receip:.
Cows ana Calves 2jaSIj
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

It will leave the sum of.................
But estimating that one million dol
lars Of coupons may come into the
Treasury for revenue, an addition
must be made to the above Of ore
third OF that sum for the difference
between the face value of such cou-
pons and the amount payable by
the above estimate. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

CIHcIxyArI FoG MARKET. Deer ! -H"G-
opencd du.l; subsequently IL. market bec='n"
firm and We, and 4. the clos" b.tt"r gr.d",
wer. held higher; sales ranged rom b'J's' ~
for medium to choic-; sewers thousand are un-
sold: receipts ip,tru .h!pmc;.t, otD
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

R1cuuosp MARKET, Dec. 3 The marEe: !:
ouj.,, win light utf:rlngs 0; GraIa. oa!-s d"
White Wheat l3Jsl4O for good 10 CHOICE, s"d 'el
u, the same figures Tor Ike quality So o;
new Corn at 72a74 Sales Of Oats u: oiao-, a;!d
Rye II 9UaG2
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

LrscuBuaG MARKET Dec. 3.-ihe na7Kc:
since last week mas beer. Win u. ma:c.'s.
change The r. caipts OF Fiou' nave oe"a !iga,,
bat equa' to the dems'd. W1e.t Is IL .im!:-:
recei, I. and quotations uncasnged v.z: lIo:.-2
for white, ana ll5Al3l Tor red. Inc ':e'naH- -;
Corn l. very light, with limited rec -.p:S. sal
sale: a. 81. .65 for new. Dat: que! ~ o9no'.
Rye 90a95
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-12-04

And il is reasonable to expect that
about the same amount will be IN
arrcar the current fiscal year.
Assuming. however, that the balance
thus remaining in the Treasury
the ensuing year will be only.........