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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

10 the District investigation yesterday, MIR.
Adolf Ciuss was cross.examined by Governor
Shepherds counsel. A rumber of witnesses
testified to jobbing in contracts, an incidental
development being the discovery of firm of
which Arthur Shepherd, the brother of the
Governor, and Frank Kelly, an assistant AS
SCISSOR of the Board, we're members.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The House Judiciary Committee yesterday
considered the civil rights bill, and by major
i,y vote agreed that the bill shall make no dis
elimination against colored persons 10 respect
to the privileges Of hotels, common carriers and
public schools The majority of this commit
tee hold that as the eolored men are allowed to
vote and hold Office, it would be inconsistent
to refuse them all the rights accorded to white
mon -....~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23
MARRIED..

By Rev. VIM Bradley, q. the brides resi-.
dence, On the 18th instant Mr.. JOHN h.
BROWNE, Of Prince William county to NJ !ss
ANNA S. ELGIN, daughter of Jonn w. Ell
gin, esq.,, of Fairfax county.
By Rev J IS. North, on the 18th inst mt, at
the BRIDES residence, Mr.. SPENCER A.
HEATH t. Miss SELINDA AMELIA
PAYNE, all of Fairfax county.
By the same, on the 18th instant at the resi-
den Of the brides parents, Capt.ln w. 5.
CHASE, of Washington, D. e., TO Miss JEN-
ME SPEER, of Fairfax.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The General Conference of the NJ. E. Church
South has negatived, the proposition to erect
two additional bishops. It has also resolved
that preachers can not be kept 10 one charge
longer than four years, without violation of
the Discipline.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

THE CRoPs.-The Page Courier says: ''The
wheat crop is truly fattering in this county.
The prospects grow brighter every day, and if
no unforeseen casualty should occur this will be
one of the largest crops ever harvested in this
county. Farmers are pretty generally through
with corn planting, though the acreage falls
below the usual, owing to the long and con-
tiDued wet weather. Cherries and peaches
pretty generally killed by the cold; but the ap-
Piles it is thought have escaped uuhurt."
The Fredericksburg Ledger says: 1T is stat
ed that the farmers are very much behind hand
with their crops in consequence of so much rain
for the past month or so. The ground has been
too wet to plough, and 10 most places it re-
mains 80. So far as we can hear the wheat
crop generally will be as good, and probably
better, than any crop since the war
The Piedmont Virriniau says: "The weather
has been very fine for corn planting for the
last ten days, and much has been put in by
our farmers in that time. The wheat is look
ing finely, and large yields are expected this
season. The season SO far has been good one
for the grasses The oat crop is said to be
growing we'll.
The chintz bug has made its appearance in
the wheat In Campbell county.
The Amherst Enterprise says the fly is de-
stroying the tobacco plants. :,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

10 the General Conference Of the NJ. E.
Church South, yesterday, the minority report
on temperance, which provides as an amend
meut to the general rules that any person max
ing, buying, selling, OF using as beverage any
intoxicating liquor shall, upon conviction, be
debarred from membership in the Church, was
adopted By vote of 1876 to 49,. 49, - ...,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The Presbyterian General Assembly, in ses
sion In St. Louis, was engaged yesterday 10 the
discussion of the mission system aud several
methods were proposed for rendering the work
of the church in that particular more effective.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

In one county 10 South Carolina, that OF
Charleston, nearly three thousand pieces of
real estate are offered for sale, because the
owners are unable to pay the tremendous taxes
that have been imposed since the war.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

Bellona Arsenal, situated on james river,
about thirteen miles aboys Richmond. contain
ing 27s acres, with the large, valuable, and
well-constructed buildings erected by the
United States Government, has been sold for
the sum of S., 100.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The bill making appropriations to pay awards
of the Claims Commission, which passed the
House of Representatives yesterday, contains a
provision relative to the church and school
house destroyed at Manassas during the war;
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

Scott Eggleston, the convict who escaped
from the Virginia penitentiary few weeks
ago 10 company with Albert Fortune, made
bis way to Cumberland county, and there sur
rendered himself to the officers Of the law.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

Careful investigation makes the total num-
Der of victims BY the Mill river disaster of last
Saturday 1873. The work of clearing up the
debris and preparing for rebuilding is being
actively prosecuted, aud the restoration Of the
desoated villages is already assured.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

There are in Richmond four hundred and
sixty-uine retail liquor stores These pay $500
each of specific tax, or $40, 900. There is one
retail dealer for every one hundred and twenty
eight inhabitants.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

Mr.. Josias Pennington, sr., highly-esteem-
ed citizen and distinguished member of the
Baltimore bar, died yesterday morning, in the
seventy ninth year of his age.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The subject of woman suffrage will soon
come up in the British Parliament. 1t pro
yides for giving the ballot to certain unmarried
women and widows who must be owners OF real
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

Colonel Thomas w. boswell has gone to
Baltimore from Hanover with FIVE blooded
nags, mostly colts, which are entered for the
Baltimore races first, and then at Saratoga,
Long Branch, Jerome Park and other places
North ."..
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

We have received the report Of a committee
appointed BY the House of Representatives to
confer With the Washington National Monu-
ment Association as To the practicability Of com
pleting the Monument by the period of the ap
preaching Centennial. 80 >-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

1t is thought that Congress will be asked to
appropriate five hundred thousand dollars to
the sufferers by the food 10 Louisiana, Missis
sippi, and Arkansas
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

Messrs Openheim Il Schrader, merchants
of London, have failed. Their liabilities are
estimated at 100000
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The Piedmont Virgiuian announces the death
at Orange q. H., on the 10th, of Prot. John
+. Allen, in the so year of bis age.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23
Ladies' Misses and Chiidren'S Boots,
Shoes az. Slippers.

We are this day r.:yeving full line Of Lit
lies, Misses and Cni! !ren's Boots, Shoes and
Slippers, suitable Tor Spring and sumner, en-
cbasers to cal, and ex.mli;. for themselves, AS
they will be sold ii .nw prices.
spl W B. HADuEY, "A King St
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

A dog supposed 10 be mad was shot at Man
assas on Tuesday last
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The United States Corps of Observation Will
soon leave Washington to report the transit Of
Venus. ~ .
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The twenty.third volume Of Grattau's Su
preme Court Reports will be printed BY the Isl
of July. 1t will make book of about LOO
napes
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The Saguenay river is still frozen over hard
and fast, and teams are crossing it upon ice two
feet thick
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

Mr.. VIM. NJ WEIGH, postmaster at Port To
bacco, died on Sunday last
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

Cuban Planters who have been driven from
the island by the existing troub les are emigrat
ing to southern Texas, where The country be-
tween the Sabine river and the Rio Grande has
been found to be we'll suited for the culture Of
the sugar cane. 1t is probable that 10 time
Texas may become large producer Of sugar,
as there is an extensive tract of country adapted
TO the growth of the cane. The present annual
production is from 1000 to 900 hogsheads.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23
SUITS FOR TEN DOLLA]
An Accident,

Serious and painful, often happens when medi-
cal aid is not ut hand. EDWARDS HUTCH
INSON'S STIMULATING LlNIMENTis
most effective remedy for Stugs and Bites of
Insects, Sprains, Bruises. Swelllngs, Rheuma-
tsm, &C. Keep it in your house. Manutac-
turen by EDWARDS s HUTCHINSON, Lees
burg, Va, ann sold BY Druggists every where.
an 25-eo3m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The statement that Mr.. John S. Barbour
had been elected president of the Montpelier
Female Humane Association is incorrect. Mr..
Barbour vas rendered the presidency, but de-
clined it.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23
special Notice.
GENTS Extra FINE Doors AND SHOES.

We have just received fresh supply Of Gents
extra fine, hand-sewed Boots and Shoes and
Slippers Of every description. which we unhesi-
tatingly recommend To be the very best on sale
in the city w B. WADDE4,
apl II King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The arrival of Henri Rochefort at San Fran
cisco Ia announced. ....
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

GS- A CARD.-Ihereby announce that though
l still consider myself member Of the National
Republ can party and will continue to support
the principles OF tie party | shall hereafter re.
nounce and repuGiate all Utilization with ID
niggers. [my Bill A. b. CRupPER
~ A CARD.
EMEN CAN HAVE THEIR
CLOTHING NICELY RENOVATED BY
CALLING on A. u. WAKEFIELD, NO 81
SOUTH FAIRFAX STREET. lay IL Ut
- BBLS STANDARD VINEGAR just re-
= ceived by lmy l9l J. G. MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

DISTRICT MATTERS. The U. S. Senate
Committee on the District of Columbia held u
regular meeting yesterday morning; present,
Messrs. Lewis, (chairman,) Spencer Hitch
cock and Johnston.
Senate bill 1873, for the construction of au
iron and masonry bridge across the Eastern
branch, (simllar to the bllappropriating $780,
0OO, reported 10 the House few days since, J
Was considered, aud MIR. Spencer Was authoriz-
ed to report it.
The House bill in relation to the bridge
across the Potomac river used by the Baltimore
and Potomac railroad company (passed by the
House on Monday last, was referred to sub
committee, consisting OF Messrs. Hitchcock and
Spencer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

RITUALIsM In the Council of the Episco-
pal Church of Virguia yesterday, resolution
was unanimously adopted severely condemolDg
ritualiSm, and iustructing the delegates to the
general convention to ask that body to ascertain
if the present form n the prayerbook FIR in.
stituting ministers is there legally, and if it Is
not there legally to abolish it.
The Pennsylvania Convention yesterday
adopted the following resolution THAT this
convention earnestly deprecates and opposes
the introduction into our communion of Rj-
maniziog ritual and ductriue, aud deems it the
duty of It's deputies 10 the general convention
to maintain in all legitimate ways the Scriptur-
al doctrines of the Protestant Episcopal
Church"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

MARYLAND AND VIRGINIA WAR CLAIMS.
In accordance with the principles laid down 10
his report, Judge Lawrence, chairman of the
Committee of War Claims, has decided ad-
versely on the Frederick City IND. claim of
$500 600. Judge Lawrence has had charge of
the matter as sub committee. and on report
ing his decision to the full committee was sus
tanned by majority of the committee, and re-
quested to prepare the adverse report. The
ground of objection will be that the govern
ment is not 10 any way liable for such accidenrs
or casualties of war as the levy made by Gen.
EARLY As matter of generosity to loyal
people, which was one of the arguments ad-
vanced on behalf of the corporation OF Freder
lex. the committee think that 10 the present
condition of the treasury that is point not to
be considered.
Mr.. Cobb, Of North Carolina disseDts from
the majority of the committee on this case, aud
expects to submit a minority report, to be
signed by himself and one other member of The
committee. 1n reference to the case Of Gov
ernor Bradford, the proposition is, as has been
stated, to compensate him for the actual loss
incurred by the destruction Of his property.
Mr. Harris, OF Virginia, wished to include with
the report on Governor Bradford's farm pro
vision to compensate Governor Letcher Of Vir
GINA, for the destruction of his residence, as
the Maryland Governors house was destroyed
10 retaliation for the destruction Of the Virgin
la Governor The committee, however, pro-
posed that Mr. Harris should offer his amend
ment in the House.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

We are indebted to Gen. Eppa Hunton for
copies Of public documents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The wife Of Helmbold has gone into Paris
convent.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

New potatoes made their appearance 10 the
market this morning for the first time this
season.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The LyDchburg News notes marked i'm
in business in that place.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23
LIST OF LETTERS

Remaining in the Alexandria, Va, Postofice
May D, 1873.
Persons calling for letters will say they are adj
vertised and give the date of the list
If not called for within thirty days, they will be
sent to the dead letter office, in Washington.
Brooks, Mrs Mary Maindis, Mrs
Barnes, William Maloney Miss Maggie
Chirsley, Miss Marg't Mason, Dr. Frank
Cspper, Miss Elizs Martin, Miss Kate
Esgan Mrs Noble, Mrs Louisa
Gregory, Mrs Minnie Parker, George
Gaines, VIM, col Phelps, Miss Clara
Hartwel, Mrs r L Parker, John
Hall, Mrs Nancy Stokes, Miss Haner
Jasper, Mrs Martha Spinks, James
Jackson, Mrs N F Scott, Henry A
johnson, Mrs George Smith, Capt
knolle, Walter Thomas, George .
Lee, Mrs Sarah Thomas, Ferd
Level, Jenny, col Taylor, Dole
Larnkin, Mrs &C Williams, Hiss Katie
Lewis, Robert Walker, Miss Sallie
Lemon Il Co, Williams, Mrs Mildred
Marchal, Miss Susie
nv pit W.N. BERKLEY, P. NJ.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23
Appointments by the Governor.

Visitors TO Virginia Military Institute. -Ex-
Governor John Letcher, Col Walter H. Tay
lor, Gen. Il. l.. 7. Beale, Gen. VIM Fl. Payne,
Hon. James W. Shelley. Col J"hu {. Shields
Robert 1. Barton, esq.,, General Wyatt VI. FL
hort
:, Visitors to Nout Tenom Judge Henry
w. Thomas, Judge Robert Guild, Gen Gil
bert 5. Neon, Gen. F.tzhugh Lee, Hon. B. +.
Rixey.
Hon. Thos. s. Bncock, to supply vacancy
10 the Board of Visitors of the Agricultural
College.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23
N7tjStU RsSI COIL.
4 yOALl

{ IoALI COAL
We have now on hand and are constantly re-
ceiving ut our wharf and storage yards, foot of
Queen Streets all the best GOALS known to
this market. We name in part:
LYKEN'S VALLEY.
SHAMOKIN and EAST FRANKLIN LOR-
BERRY RED ASH.
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,
Egg Stone and Nut sizes
COAL.
Also HICKORY, OAK and PINE WOOD.
Having ample space, each variety Of Coal is
kept distinct from that of others, and is es-
pecaly prepared for family use. Yards floor
ed and Coal sent out we'll screened and free from
slate, 2240 lbs to. tho ton. Orders left with
Messrs. Clsrridge Il Grigg, corner King, and
Royal sts, or at the yards will be promptly flied.
I. j. MEHAFFEY u CO.,
jyl7 Wharf and Yards foot Of Queen St.
IoAL' ooA1l coAL'
To arrive and on wharf full stock Of
Lyken's Valley Red Ash Coal.
Lorbe;ry Red Ash Coal
Shsmokin Coal
Henry Clay Mine Coal.
Lee Mine White Ash Coal.
Delano Mine While ASH Coat.
Lehigh White Ash Coal.
Locust Mountain Coal.
Chestnut Red Ash Coal.
Chestnut White Ash Coal
Vest Virginia Coal
Cum berlsnd Coal.
All of the best quality, and for sale at lowest
market rates-2240 lbs to the ton.
Orders lett ut 81 King street will be promptly
attended to. w. A. SHOOT,
~ loft Shoots wharf foot OF Princess 81.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23
p A q n T. w
Lost Y.N5 FOy.S'D.

7 OST-TWO MALTESE CATS. Iniorma-
- ton that will lead t. their recovery will be
thankfully received Apply d: this office.
my Il 1t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

TALES Honey OF HOREhOUND
IL AND TAR, for Coughs, Colds, Influenza
and all \ Affections of the Throat and Lungs
leading to Consumption. Price SOC. just re-
ceived and for sale by
WAKEFIELD s. HALL,
ap Is Corner Prince aad Fairtnx streets
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

SERIOUS ARRAY. Mr. Joseph Hughes, of
Greene county, Va, Whose soubroquet is st.
Leuo, y the magician and ventriloquist, made
an exhibition of bis legerdemain powers on
Friday night, 9Th instant, at Litwalton, Ian,
caster county, Va, at which very bloody and
perhaps fatal affair occurred The house 10
which the exhibition was held was small while
the audience was large and composed chiefly of
white ladies and gentlemen. During the pro-
press of the performance party of Degro men
approached the door and demanded admittance.
St, Leno went out, demonstrated with them,
and told them that he would give special en-
tertsinmept the next night for their benefit:
Their conduct, however, became boisterous and
even insulting to the ladies, when St. Leno went
out again and ordered the men of. Thereupon
one Of them gave him stuDoing blow which
felIed him to the ground. When he arose be
began cutting right aud left with his knife to
save himself. Three negroes were cut, TWO so
badly that their recovery is despaired Of, while
ST. Leno was badly bruised. 10 the darkness
of the night St. Leno ordered his buggy and
escaped to the woods from the iufuriated ne
eroes, where be remained until mornings
dawu He consulted then with several promI-
nenr citizens as to the best course to be pursued,
who advised him to leave forthwith, which he
did.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

The MENNoNITEs The Gar does not fancy
the idea of his subjects coming to America
The Eastern Budget informs US that General
Todleben, the famous engineer who defended
Sebastopol. is now on mission from the EN-
peror of Russia to the Mennonites with The
view Of lettering them from emigratiog to
America. 1t appears that the Emperor III
tended from the first to grant special privileges
to the members of this sect with regard to the
new military service law, but that his intentions
we're misunderstood by the officials, and that
the Menuontes consequently determined to
emigrate. The concessions now offered to them
are more extensive than those made by Prussia
under similar circumstances The McuDoui,es
in Prussia were smpiy drafted to the sanitary
branches of the army, while in Russia they are
to be employed exclusively 10 military ho>pit-
ais specially set apart for the members OF their
sect.-N T. HvoM
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

A FEW PIECES OF JAPANESE SILKS,
n very cheap; Bellows Black Silk. good
article White Bstise. Pequas, Percaies very
pretty, with many desirable and seascnnble
loves. terms, WIN. N. BERkLki,
an u O. King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

DOACHES AND AN1S.-Persons troubled
II with REACHES AND ANTS will do well
to call and examine the UNIV ERSAL IN
SECT GUN, sure remedy for their dcstrIS &C.;
POWDER to b !. sold in bulk a,
apn w. FRANKLIN CREIGHTON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

THE CIVIL RIGHTS B1LL.-The fight in the
Senate over the civil rights bill, which was
kept up yesterday and last night, was forlorn
Que for the democrats, though they strupg LED
with as much persistency as it was possible for
them to exert. They had not merely major
ity to contend against, 1t seems, but very To-
soleut and INSCRIPTIONS spirit, which recogniz.
ed neither right nor rule 10 the matter. The
bill is the legacy of the late Senator Sumner,
with some mod f,ations, and declares in effect
that coored people shall be entitled to the full
and equal enjoyment of the accommodations
aud advantages, facilities and privileges Of inns,
public convcyances on land or water, theatres,
and other places of public amusements, ADD
also Of common schools aud public institutions
OF learning or benevolence supplied in whole or
in part by general taxation, and of cemeteries
so supported. 1t Furnishes any denial OF such
equal facilities with fine and Imprisonment by
the federal courts. BALI. Sun.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

EOR MOTHS.-SHAFEK'S CARBOLlC
Z CAMPHOR, cheaper and more reliable
than common Campho;, for the preserva N OF
Furs, Carpets, Woollen Goods, etc. In pound
packages at SOC each The trade supplied at
nv II JANNEY s. CO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-05-23

rEWELRYI - JEWELRYl
y New styles arriving daily. consisting OF
Gold plated Kubber and other fancy styles; $50
q full line of French Gilt and Ruober Neck
laces, at Dppon
nv g FERG USON > haIh SG1 v -