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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

B. 81. Bakers wrecking Schooner Criterion,
Captain Creekmur, arrived at Portsmouth on
Monday from this city with coal Captain
Creekmur reports passing the wreck of the
Louisiana on Saturday. The bay is full of drift
cotton and other things from the steamer. The
joiner swork is all breaking up aud floating
about The Criterion succeeded in picking up
eleven bales of cotton. but owing to being load
ed very deep with coal, and the weather very
rough at the time, she could not get any more.
She reports several little vessels lying around
picking up the goods. The wrsckers have CON-
meced their operations in endeayoring toraise
the wreck of the steamer, and should the
weather prove favorable, success is anticipated
very soon. The Board of United States H.
spectors Of Steam Vessels for Baltimore are in.
yestigating the causes of the disaster, and yes.
terday number of witnesses we're examined
who were on the steamers Falcon aud Louisiana
at the time of the collision.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18
OBITUARY.

Departed this life. October 9th, after a long
Illness borne with true Christian resignation,
EMMA CATHARINE, youngest daughter OF
the late Edward and Csthsrine Purcell, il the
said, Death loves shining mark, for 1t would
have been hard to find d person with more
amlabe and gentle manner and disposition. In
conversation she was agreeable and cheerful,
and the writer of this tribute 70 her memory
who hiss known her from childhood, can say
with truth, ''she spoke no slsnder," but always
had kindly word for every one. knowing she
could not recover, she said Il do not fear to die;
my only regret is in leaving my dear aunt and
uncle, who have so long and devotedly I'll q
the place of parents to me; my brother, too;
know how lonely they will sll be when | an,
to besr their loss with patience, for | know it
will not be long before We are again united,
never more to part As WAS her life such also
was her death-cslm and peaceful. 4 consistent
Christian, she died in the full hope of living
with her blessed Redeemer, having received al
the sacrsments Of the Holy Catholic ChIrcn, OF
which she was sn exemplary memb Der. y, when
I SIN c.lled to die, l trust my end may be Ike
unto hers.
As the sky so clear st morning,
Is ere noon with clouds Q, e!caS:;
Flow refs bright, the fields sdorning,
Are the first to feel the blast
So the lovele est, gentlest, purest.
Death, relentless, Claims rs MS
F7sil our hopes, when seem they su7est:
Who would love world ike this!
Thou gavest it him, even length OF days 10Y
ever and ev-r.
Fell asleep, on the night OF October 1874,
st the residence Of his tsther, Dr.: Thos: Newt
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HEWITT, in the
18th ye.r of his sge.
4 deep shadow has fallen upon this once hap
DIV home, for almost with the quicknes$ OF the
fixhtnins'e stroke Death crossed the threshold
and clslmed for his own the youngest snd best
beloved. SorroTing parents are crushed, loving
brothers and sisters hesrrbroken by t1lS Ssd
dispensstion OF Providence. To them 81 Is
dark; the beautiful hues OF nature, the bright
glory of the sutumnsl sun, seem but mocSery !;
the Kind heartfelt sympathy OF friends csn do
nsueht to remove the heavy burden OF SORROW
under which they are bowed. Only de VINO
chnsteneth in love snd mercy csn give Comfort
To Him it seemed best thst length OF earthly
yesrs should not be given to one whose lie was
as innocent as 3 little child, sud Of whom II can
be truly ssid In him wsS no guile.
With worldly trials come TEMPTATION. ana Ii
Growing him with immortality, Whle the rose
ate skies of youth still hung above nIm, 6od mas
shown both wisdom aud love.
Pure-minded, generous ahecuonste. snd -
gentle as womsn, he lived resigned an cope
ful he died, his immortal spirit wlngl1g lis
d1eh, to tbs. Saviour who has ssid, Blessed s5e
the pure in hea,t for they shsll sec God u.
Died, on Sunday. Nov. 10Th. 1874 81 3: p. ~
HILBERT ALPHONSUS, infant son OF John
and Teress II. 4. Donne.iy. Suffer little
children 70 come unto ne, sad forbid them not,
10, of such is the kingdom OF heaven"
Washington papers pieaSe copy
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER IS, 1874.

The Cabinet was 10 session Tor more .hau
two hours yesterday, during which the ArSan-
sas troubles were discussed, and it was finally
decided that there is DOT now before the Gov
eminent the necessary information to enable 1t
to take any action 10 reference to the controver-
az in that State, hence no notice will be taken
of the proclamation recently received from
Smith, who claims to be Governor OF that
State. Governor Garland sends the following
telegram to his counsel in Washington, dated
Yesterday at Little Rock: 'All Is peace and
quiet here; perfectly so. l will have no COLI
sion, unless it be forced on me by resisting
process of the Law or by attacking me. All
classes of people of all parties are supporting
me, and cannot fud Smith and his party to
arrest them with warrants, and no one knows
where they are" Another telegram from Gov,
ernor Garland, says Only one arrest has
been made, Price and on examination he was
discharged. The guilty ones, Smith and
Wheeler, are fugitives, and cannot be found
All is quiet, and the Government is moving or
we'll and admirably"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

ST.. NICHOLAS FOR DEcEM Der opens with a
handsomely illustrated article on the celebrat-
ed Garden of the Gods, in Colorado. Among
the other instructive articles are The Boy As
tronomer," by Hezekiah Butterworth; The
Chckades" by Harvey Wilder; AFRICAN
Fashions" BY Olive Tborne; "AItorf aud Viii
liam Tell, by Emua ID. Southwick; and Holt
day Harbor," an excellent article BY Mrs S.
B. g. Samuels, showing the boys and girls how
to build city. with all the public buildings,
steamboats,, railroad trains, ETC., necessary for
its prosperity. The stories iu the number are.
many of them, remarkably good. The Won
derfu adventures of ''Tchumpin" are coDcud-
ed; Mary \. Prescott writes charmingly about
'Prue's Dolls" there is q bright. fancitul story
BY B. L. Woolf, called "Msbel's Troubles, y
with picture by Eytinge, characteristic tale
translated from the Swedish By Selma Borg
aud Msrie A. Brown. Helen 9. Weeks tells
about Fourteen Monkeys, and all the boys
will be glad to read The Comauches Trail, >
by Samuel W. Cozzens. A poem, which is ex-
ceIleut 10 itself, is illustrated By twelve dogs
heads, drawn from life with great spirit ADD
fidelity by A. Fl. Thayer. Among the other
poems are Little Woimpy," by Mrs. Dodge
The Jeweled Tree" by 4. NJ. Machar, and
Friends" by L. G. Warner. Mrs. Abby
Morton Diaz has one Of her funny sketches call
ed "A Little Girls Story" Very interesting
announcements are made for the January issue
of St. Nicholas, which will be the Holiday num-
Der, and will contain, besides ever so many
Christmas stories, the opening chapters of the
pew serials: 1.-The Young Surveyor by j
T. Trowbridse. and Eight Cousins by
Loulsa NJ. -AIcott.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

THE SECOND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT. =
Information has been received here that the
Judges of election 10 the counties of Sussex
Prince George, aud Southampton, have held
adjourned meetings and prepared and forward
ed TO the Secretary of the Commonwealth
amended returns of the vote cast 10 their re,
specsive counties for Goode and Platt for Con.
sres, by which it appears that a change has
been made which will give Mr.. Goode MAORI
ty in the district of over one hundred. 4 protest
signed By leading citizens has been forwarded
from James City county to the State Board Q,
CanvasseIs, which meets on Esd instant, against
counting the votes at certain precincts, where
it is charged many fraudulent votes were pole,i
By negroes "colonized'' from another congress.
sonal district Whether this protest has any
influence with the State commissioners or not,
it is certain that the amended returns from the
two counties FIRST named will give the certificate
of election to Mr.. Goode,-Rtchn,ond Dis.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

There is considerable comment on the part OF
the Secretary of the Treasury and other othcl-
ais, says the Washington Chronicle, over the
fact of Gen. Spinner's having overstcpped the
province of bis Office in circulating throughout
the country his report, containing an unwar-
rantable assumption Of power 10 discussing
and suggesting financial measures for the COD
sideration Of Congress, and in advance of the
report of the Secretary of the Treasury. 1t
is believed that there are too many huancla.
theorists outside, without Government officers
taking hand in it. Gen. Spinner's duties, as
laid down by law. consist 10 keeping the pub,
lilo funds, and disbursiug them on warrants is
sued By the Secretary of the Treatury, and
countersigued by the First Comptroller. Be-
yond the power of being custodian of these
moneys, the duties of his Office 60 no further.
The Secretary of the Treasury, as financial head
of the Government does not endorse Spinner S
unsolicited views on the subject of finance.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

At the regular monthly meeting of the
Board OF Directors, of the Chesapeake and
Ohio Canal, held at Annapolis, yesterday,
President Gormon submitted report from
which it appears that the coal tonnage tor the
month of October was los, 5l4 tons, which is
decrease, as compared with the corresponding
period Of 1878, of 1905 tons. The accrued
revenue during the month from all sources
was 500, 1876. The ordinary expenses, pay
of officers, &C., was $l6, 56l.l9; balance over
expenses, SAC, 53S ST. Balance 10 the various
banks to the credit of the treasury was Nov. l.,
800, 5000. The decrease iu the tonnage
and revenue of the company for the past month
is, as the board is aware, alone attributable to
the general depression Of all branches OF To-
dustry, which will still further decrease the
revenue for the remainder of this season, but as
the canal is now in better repair than for years
past, considerable reduction can be made in the
expenditures during the suspension of naviga-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

The New York Heraid's Washington CORES
pondent says there is 40 apparently well -tound-
ed rumor in circulation that on Thursday the
President sent a dispatch to Minister Wash
burne requesting his presence in Washington at
the earliest possible moment. The same au-
thori.y says that Washburnes advice will be
taken as to the time and method of the pro-
posed Dew departure OF the Administration.
which the recent elections renders necessary.
A special dispatch to the Baltimore American
from Washington says that the Herald dis
patch is regarded as an attempt TO get up a
new sensation, aud those who are supposed to
have good opportunities for knowing the truth
are of the opinion that it is pure fiction.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

John NJ. Sandridge, who was elected By the
Louisiana returning board to fill the vacancy
oocssioned by the resignation Of Lonsstreet,
declines, having no assurance that smother con-
sentative would be given place on the board,
30 that there would be something like equality
in party representation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

At the late term OF the Circuit Court for
Queen Aoue's county, Md, was tried case
wherein landlord brousht suit against ten
ant to recover reut for property after the same
had been destroyed by fire. The Court ruled
that unless there was special covenant in the
lease to the contrary, the law held the tenant
responsible for the rent whether the property
vas destroyed by FIRE or not, and 3 verdict was
rendered ACCORDINGLY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

The Governor of Georgia has made special
appointment of Thursday, 18th instant as
day of thanksgiving and praise ''iu grateful
recognition of that Providence which has re-
warded cur labors with plenty and protected
our homes from pestilence, and in reverent &C,
acknowledgement of the signal favor of Almighty
God, lately vouchsafed tc our entire country,
in arres,iug the evil tendencies of the times
and assuring speedy restoration of fraternity
aud good government
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

A charter has been granted by Judge Turner
and company has been organized for the es,
tablshment of factory at Port Republic,
Rock iugham county, for the manufacture OF
sash, blinds, doors, and various kinds of imple-
ments and machinery.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

President Grant has accepted the invitation
to be present at Masonic Temple, in Baltimore,
on Saturday uext, to hear Rev. DR.. 0. Tiffany
Grafton in the interest Of the washington Ma
tional Monument. There was pleasant re-
cep,iou at the White House last night in honor
of Col. Fred. Grant and his bride, who have
returned from their trip to the West. General
Sherman was among the guests
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

a telegram from St. Petersburg says Rus
.ia has issued another circular note to the
European Powers requesting to be Informed OF
the points in the protocol signed at the Brus-
sells Conference, which they desire revised,
amended or omitted. The Russian Govern
ment also suggets that another International
Conference be held next year.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

It is stated that there is Northern gentle
man in Richmond seeking to purchase one OF
the existing daily papers in that city, and that
he will probably do so.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18
LOST HND FOUND.

TsTRAYEn OR STOLEN. from the prem
u ises of James Wilson, near Pleasant Val
ley P. o., Fairfax equity, Va. on the morn n:
ing of the 18th day of October, 1874, 3 LARGE
BAY MARE, two years old last May, about
fifteen hand. high, and has been ridden some:
She has enc white hind foot and scar on right
fore foot, and heavy name and tail. Any infor-
nation leading to her recovery will be literally
rewarded. a. X: JACOBo,
NV l7-lw Unison Loudoun county, Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

Gerot restaurant and the European Hotel
on Main street, Richmond, was offered for sale
at auction yesterday morning and bid in at
$4,000 The lowest price demanded by Mons.
G,rot was $50 600.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18
MARRIED.

In Christ Church, Alexandra, Va, Nov 10,
at D. m, by Rev DR.. 4. H. Mckim. RICH.
ARD STONNEL Esq, of Prince William co,
Va, to EMMETT F., daughter of the late JAS.
Atkinson, of this place.
[Southern Churchman please copy
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

Some of the Republicans of Baltimore, hav-
Ing become dissatisfied with that party and its
organization, have determined in future to sup
Dor, none but white men for office.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18
The strike of the longshoremen 10 New York

The strike of the longshoremeu 10 New York
continued yesterday. The streets along the
docks and piers were crowded with strikers,
but the new hands worked away, loading and
unloading the various steamships aud other
vessels with fair skill One of the new hands
at the Pacific dock, Henry Piess, aged %,
while on his way home, was set upon by strlk-
ers and beaten 10 shocking manner. The
men at only one or two docks on East river have
struck. In Brooklyn the men are working at
the old rates.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

The City Council OF Petersburg has appro.
priated the sum Of $500 to pay the expenses of
the Farmers Council to meet in that city 90
the 24th inst
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

REMARKS.-W heat Il dull snd lower TOT
choice samples offerings Of Ills bushels with
sales of white at ia and l20 for good to prime,
and red At 10, lis, 1l9, 40 ard l22-latter for
strictly prime lot Corn is less firm snd prices
are la2c off, offerings OF 1850 bushels, with Ssles
OF mixed a. IS, 81 and %. Smsll ssles OF Rye
st 60 Ost< are quie, and stesdy; offerings o.
lSs bushels with sales ST 81.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

Ii a CARD.
1AAF1NG concluded TO close out my busl-
ness give notice TO sll il want Of
STOVES, RANGES. FURNACES, TIN,
COPPER and SHGET-IROS WARE.
70 cali on me before purchasing elsewhere, where
they can get them st
TWENTY PER CENT LESS
thsn the regular price. Ny stock embraces the
very best ,hsi can be fouad, and l intend TO
close out at very low figures. Country mer-
chsntS snd others in want OF anything in my
line will do vel! by giving NE call.
Also JOBBING done il the very best manner.
ENOCH CRIME S,
&C. l6-tSlm IS King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

COAL COAL
We have now on hsnd snd are constantly re-
ceiving st our wharf and storage yards, foo; OF
Queen streets, all the best GOALS known to
this market We name in part
LYkEN'S VALLEY.
SHAMOkIN and EAST FRANKLIN LOR-
JOHNS, from EAGLE VEIN COLLIERY.
The celebrated CONTINENTAL and HA-
EEL DELL, from the Goodrich Colliery, es-
teemed the best in the market.
And LEE and STANTON WHITE ASH
ANTHRACITE COAL, of Steamer, Broken,
Also' GEORGES CREEK CUMBERLAND
COAL. oon
Also HICKORY, OAK and PINE WOOD.
Having ample space, each variety Of Cosl is
kept distinct from that of others, and is es-
pecially prepared for family use; Yards aoor-
ed and Coal sent out we'll screened and free from
sla,e. 2240 lbs to the ton. Orders left with
Messrs. Clsrridge s Grigg, corner King and
Royal sts, or q, the yards will be promptly filed.
7. J. MEHAFFEY i CO.,
IL Wharf snG Yards foot 81 Queen ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18
GRDCERiES.
WY a. JOHNSON,

wv a. JOHNSON,
DEALER IN
GROCERIES AND LIQUORS,
NO. A CORNER QUEEN AND PITT SIS,
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
He would inform dealers and others that he is
prepared to furnish them with all kinds OF
POTOMAC FISH,
at the lowest possible prices, and would call
the attention ofbuyers to the fact that his brand
has stood No. l in market at all times, and that
he intends to sustsin his reputation in al respects
All orders addressed to William A. johnson
Alexsndris, Va, will receive prompt attention.
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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18
POET OF ALEXANDRIA,, Nov'r. Is.

PORT OF ALEXASDRIA, NoS'r. IL.
Sun rose Il Moon $ets........... y
Sun sets ...........4 IS High water........W W
ARRIVED.
S:eamer Lady OF the Lake, Norfolk, 70 a
Reed. She reports lassing acge number OF
vessels in the river bound up.
Steamer Pilot Boy, Curriomsn. to F A Reed.
Sct- Ms-s Pierson, Washington, 10 Atnerl-
can Cosl Co.
Sch. Ms-y Hood, Washington, 10 Ame'i.
csn Cost CO.
Schr Sunlight, Providence, to American Cost
Conpsuy.
Sch- Adtie P Avery. New York. TO John P
Agnew.
Sch. Addie p avery, Washington.
PASSED Up.
Sch-s G r T7ee!and and D u Anthony.
SAILED.
Sch- Henry F nch. Jersey City, By Ame.icsa
Cost Co.
Scnr He.sche, New York. by P Agnew.
PASSED DOWN.
Sch7 Jennie Resign.
NJ MoSASpA
Sch.s 3 Ches,s. snd Sal.!e v hsy, hence
$: Boston l6:h.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

Bishop Johns, of Virginia, having been
asked to express his opinion as to the character
and probable effect of the proceedings OF the
late General Episcopal Convention, in session
in New York, replies that in his judgement the
proceedings 'vudicae and provide additional
facilities for preserving the Protestant charac-
tor of this Church." and that the action, so
devouty desired by this Diocese, was complet-
ed in spirit most creditable to Christian
Council, and with uuanimity which gives 1t
great moral as we'll as canonical authority
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18
U"OUD AND COAL.

GOAL! COAL!
" COAL
On the wharf snd TO arrive full stock OF al
kinds or
ANTHRACITE AND CUMBERLAND
COAL.
Sold at market rates per ton 224Q lbs.
aug l4-tf ". 4. SMOOT. Shoots wha-:.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18
John Goode, ir., of Norfolk, whose recent

John Goode, jr., of Norfolk, whose recent
CANVASS for Congress against Platt, has added
additional luster to his name and fame, VISITED
Richmond on Monday, where he was most
heartily welcomed, and that night serenaded at
the Exchange Hotel. To response, he made a
spe, ch full of earnest eloquence which charmed
and enthused bis hearers Speeches were also
made by Mayor Kelley. W. S. Gilman and ).
Fl. Chamberlayne There was worry large con-
course of persons present, and the demonstra-
ton at,ested the warm place that Mr.. Goode
has in the affections of the people, and how
they love to honor one who has done SO much
for the cause of Conservatism III the State.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

TEORGE McBURNEY s son,
VI
Dealers in
CHOICE FAMILY AND FANCY GROCE-
RES, WINES AND LIQUORS,
ENGLISH and SCOTCH ALE and BROWN
STOUT.
Also, EASTERN and POTOMAC HERRING
and NACkEREL.
NOS l66 AND 40 KING STREET,
Washington Hall Bullding)
Alexandria, Va
Orders promptly filled. NH 9l-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

CHURCH BELL During the summer lady
of this city visited Fredericksburg, Virginia
aud while at that place frequently attended the
services at the Church in the Wilderness, Rev.
E. L. Bong, pastor Understanding that the
congregation rather small and of moderate
circumstances were doing their best to procure
a bell for the church steeple, aud that it would
have decided effect BY way of Ginning geD-
tie reminder that the House of God was open
to all, the lady, with that characteristic Of kind
mind, determined that the bell should be forth
coming. and upon her return to this city, with
the assistance Of bright young daughter, sue
ceeded 10 Kissing several hundred dollars, and
accomplished her object The bell weighs
over |, 900. Baltimore american.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-11-18

Apropos of the recent visit of the Prince OF
Wales to Chantliy, Paris paper mentions the
torchlight hunt given uuder the Regency by
the Prince de Condo to the Emperor Paul l.
At every ten PAGES peasant was stationed
with torch. On returning to the chateau, q
splendid repast was served in what appeared
to be gallery, the beauty of which excited
the Cars admiration. Where do you think
you are?' asked the Prince. In the finest
apartment Of the most hospitabe Of princes,
replied his guest. Thereupon the curtains fell,
and disclosed three hundred horses eating their
oats out of marble mangerS The wonderful
gallery was the prince stable.