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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13
LOCAL BkEVIT1ES.

The Fredericksburg Herald says 1t is
remarkable what strides the wheat crop has
made this spring The fields were naked and
appareutly bare of sprig in the middle OF
March, but few days of genial sunshine and
the warm raio early last week had the effect
of developing bed Of living green where the
fields looked arid and unpromlslng.
Lycurgus Little, of Frederick county, was
lodged 10 the penitentary at Richmond yester-
dsy for five years on a conviction for murder 10
the second degree, committed 10 Clark county.
DIR. Little, his brother, has been in the prison
for over a year and was sent for the same offence
for seven years.
Rev. j. s. Lindsey, rector of the Eplsoopal
Church at Warreuton, aud Eppa uuuton, jr ,
son of Hon. Eppa Huutnn, are to sail from New
York un the 24th for E lrope where they ex-
pect to travel for four months.
A special car containing Mr.. Sharp and his
asss,autant OF the B. s. D. Il. r. aud Messrs.
F,reacre and Randolph Of the Midland Rail
road, left here this morning 10 the train for
Dauville.
The drawing of the Montpelier Female HUI
name Association lottery will take place on the
18th of next July, whether all the tickets be
sold or not.
Since the establishment OF the East Aie3ao-
dria ferry Adams express freight, for Baltimore
goes By that route, but for Philadelp hla aud
New York it still goes via the b. & t. H. II.
Among the promotions 10 the General Land
Office at Washington, published IN the papers
of that city this morning is that OF MIR. John
Dunn of this city-to third class clerkshlp
The numerous friends Of Maj. r. t. Scott,
of Warreuton will be gra,ifed 10 hear that he
is recovering from his late illness, aud is now
convalescent.
James r. Short, has beeo appointed post
master at Morning Grove, Westmoreland coun'
ty, vice G. E Crabb, resigned.
There we're one OF two slight false alarms OF
FIRE last night, caused by boys attempting to
draw out the fire department.
Mr.. Harper Junius Of this city has received
an appointment 10 the service OF the Erie hall
road, and is located at Jersey City,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13
Fires.

GLOUCESTER, N. j., April "a fire broke
out at one o'clock this morning in frame
dwelling on Middlescx street, caused by the
explosion of coal oil lamp. Two adjoining
houses and the Washington House were en-
tirey consumed. TIE fire caused great Con-
sternation, attracting the whole population into
the streets. The fro was under eentro before
daylight. Loss about $1,000; partially 10
sured.
INDIANAPOLIS, April l3-The elevator OF
Fred Z. Rush Il Co., west of the river, was
burned this morning. There were 10000
bushels of srain stored 10 the elevator, which
was consumed. Sveral freight cars loaded
with grain were standing by the elevator, and
we're also burned. The loss which is $1j OUo,
is divided among various parties.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

CORPORATION CoURT-Juage Lone presid-
;,o-Commouwea!t vs.. Eli Cross, indictment
for burglary jury verdict guilty of petit
larceny, aud prisoner sentenced by the Court
- eight mouths in the city Jail, duriog which
time TO work on the chain gang.
David L,max, an appeal from Magistrates
conviction of petit larceny ; uolle prosequi and
prisoner discharged.
R,piamn A. Mullips and Thos CARROT,
witnesses in the case of Commonwealth VS. ).
y Burnett, forfeited heir recoguizaucc.
Com. vs.. D. Il. Burnett indictment tor
malicious cutting, with intent to kill contlnu-
eJ ill July term and prisoner admitted to bail
in the sum Of 5000, Mathew Mckown becom-
inc his security.
Rules we're issued against VIM. Rocker and
r. + Dulauy, for failing to appear as witnesses.
Bridget Travis, on two Indictments, one Tor
grand and one for petit larceny continued till
July term CD occount of illness Of her counsel
D / Sm,ot, and prisoner admitted to bail in
tbe sum of $500, James Bradley becoming her
security and Emanuel Webb, VIM. Addison,
James Hepburn and w. II Brawner recoguiz
ed to appear as witnesses
The will of Mary A. K. Zimmerman was
admitted to probate b w. Zimmerman
qualified as executor, and Andrew Jameson,
jefferson lacey aud Allen Z. Harmon were ap-
pointed appraisers
Geo. Allen, on an indictment for burglary !;
Jury; verdict grand larceny and prisoner seq
fenced to three years in the pententlary.
Commonwealth vs.. John Laws; indictment
for petit larceny second otfense jury, and
case 10 progress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13
The TiItOu.Beecher Suit.

New YORK, April l3.-Dcsplte the Snow
and sleet which fell this morning numbers Of
women forced their way through it to be in at
tendance in the Brooklyn city court room. Mr.
Beecher came into court accompanied by M
wife and daughter. Mrs. Scuvllle, and 5000 took
his place on the witness stand.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13
Accident.

PHILADELPHIA. April l3.-The weight OF
the SLOW on the canvass roof Of Barnun S Hip
podrome broke through this morning early.
About forty persons were beneath when it fell,
but none are believed to have been serlouly 10
jured 1t was opened last evening for the first
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

FINED FOR CONTEMPT. AT warrant trial
before Justice Benjamin. Austin, at Arlington,
Yesterday afternoon, f R. Slsson, who was be-
ing sued by Justice N 5. Wright, for using
Insulting and threatening language to the pre-
siding Justice, was by command OF the court
arrested by Sheriff Roach and 6ued s. for COZ
tempt and for repeating the objectionable words
upon three separate occasions, had a fine i'm
posed as many times. and that not assuaglng
his anger, he went away, saying he would see
the court after the trial was decided, which
will be tomorrow, to which time the decision
was reserved.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

DR.. Bulls Vegetable Pills for the cure Of
Liver Complaint, Bilious Affections Headache
and especially Sick Headache, Pain 10 the Side
Stomach, Back or lutestues, Sick Stouache,
Giddiuess, Dimness Of Sight, Weak Nerves
Loss of Appetite, Costvcness, Dyspepsia, De
rangemeut of the Kidneys, and all delicate Re,
male Complaints For sale by all druggists al
rs cts, a box.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13
Weather Probabilities.

WASHINGTON, April IL, a. N.
For the Middle States, cool, cloudy weather
aud rain or snow, with brisk to hg b northeast
winds and falling barometer on the Atlantic
coast during the day, followed by clearing wea
Their, rising barometer aud north to west winds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

Coal ORDERS. The first evidences OF the
revival of the coal trade that have manifested
themselvs in this city came this morning 10 the
shape of orders for shipments to the Hampshire
and Baltimore Coal Company, which will be
filed as soon as the requisite amount of coal
can he received from Cumberland.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

TUG Boar w. j. BooTHE. The new tug
boat W. j. Boothe, just built at the Alexan-
dris ship-yard, was inspected yesterday by gov,
eminent inspectors and rated as a No. l and
allowed 81 pounds of steam-more than Is
allowed any other steam propelled vessel Oh
the river. The new tug was built at cost
considerably under hat for which a similar
boat could have been purchased in the north.
She took her place among the Potomac 6o,illa
to-day, and is engaged for the season In tow
ing FISH boats to and from one of the landings
on the river
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

ALEXANDRIA GRANGE.-A lodge of Graug-
ers, called the Alexandria Grange, was organ
lied last night at the residence Of MIR. A. E. Ad.
dison. About fifteen or twenty persons were
present, of whom Mr.. A. E. Addison was elect
ed Master, and Mr.. A. j. Wedderburn Sec
rotary. "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

CRY COUNCIL The regular semi monthly
meeting of the City Council will be hold to-
night. Among the matters that will probably
be considered will be the bills introduced at
the last meeting providing for the abollshment
of the office OF clerk Of the Gas Works and re-
ducine the plumber of tax collectors to one.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

SUDDEN DEATH Mrs. Saema McEwen'
wife of Mr.. John McEwen. who lives on north
Lee street, near the freight depot Of the w. y
o. II. r., while sitting in clair at her home,
between niue and ten clock last night, appar.
emily as we'll as ever, fell to the floor and died
before assistance could reach her-it Is sup
posed of heart disease.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

ms- NoTlcE "A regular meeting Of the Co.
lumbis S,esm Fire Engine Go. will be held to-
morrow "Wednesday evening, at Il O'Clock.
on l3-N K. W. WHEAT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

SAILBoAT CAPsIZED. Passengers by the
halt past three o'clock ferry boat from Wash
iogton, yesterday afternoon, could have SEEN
if they had looked through the saloon windows,
when off the Arsenal, the sailboat Willie cap
sized. She only had one man IN her, aud he
was saved by clinging to her until rescued.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13
POLICE REPORT. THE following cases have

POLICE REPORT. The following cases have
been reported at police headquarters since yes
terday afternoon
Isaac HackIey, for setting dog upon Albert
Green, both coored, was fined and discharged.
Mary Posey and Sarah Lyons, for creating
nuisance upon the premises of Mary Bailey
we're recognized for further examination:
Five dodgers were accommodated at the sta
tion house last Dight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

STREET DISTRACTIONS There is city or
dinauce against throwing dirt 10 the Streets
aud frequent accidents are the result OF its non-
observance. Last uight horse stumbl led over
a pile in the middle of Prince street, between
Pitt and Royal, ADD falling down, had to De
cut out of the harness before he could be gotten
upon bis feet again, attracting crowd and &C,
casioniug great annoyance to the residents OF
the locality
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

Ooe of our most estluable citizens may be
thankful for the introduction OF DIR. BuIls
Cough Syrup, for its timely use has saved hls
life
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

TOBACCO IHIEF.-A man named JAS. Mas
sey, living pear Pamunkey, on the opposite
side of the river, was arrested night before las,
in the act OF stealing tobacco from the barn Of
MIR. CoGce Bowling, who lives in the same
neighborhood. On his way to the Office of the
magistrate he asked to be allowed to 70 by his
home for moment. and his request was grant
ed, but while the guard We're waiting at the
front door of his house be escaped through the
back door, and has not been heard from since
Several tobacco thefts have been committed 10
Massey neighborhood lately, all of which are
now attributed to him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13
Lake NAVIGATION.

CLEVELAND, April ia steamer arrived
from Detroit last evening. She encountered
very little ice.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

FALL OF WALL. The west wall of the
new building now 10 progress of erection at tbs
corner of Wythe aud ST. Asaph streets, adJ'ln-
ing the brewery of Mr. Portner and to be part
Of that brewery, fell down last night, from the
sliding of the foundation, in consequence OF the
rain
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

PERSONAL. Mayor kemper and Mr.. A.
W. Armstrong qualified as Attoruys at Law 10
the Corporation Court yesterday. The Mayor,
as is generally known, is gentleman OF ex-
tensive literary requirements, aud will doubtless
soon take prominent rank in the profession
he has adopted. Mr.. Armstrong, sou OF >; /;
Armstrong, esq, graduated with distinguished
bopors at the Washington law school, and has
determined to practice his profession among
his friends.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

New STEAMBOAT The committee appoint
ed By the Iulaud and Seaboard Coastiug Com
pauy-a new company just organized in Wash
iugtou-to go to Philadelphia and Ne" York
for the purpose of securing steamer to De
nsed until the permanent boat would be ready,
have returned Not being able to procure .
ready built steamer, suitable to the wants of
the trade, the COMMITTEES have entered into a
contract with Messrs. Wood, Dialogue 4 Co.
for the building of staunch, swift iron steam
or. The keel will be laid this week, the boat
will be launched the latter part of June aud
vii! be completed by the lst Of August, when
she will be placed on the Potomac river. The
new boat was commenced for Messrs. Gedney,
FoIlansbee and Hewett, of Washington, who
have sold out to the new company.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

CATTLE. The first beef cattle that have
reached this market by railroad for month
past arrived this morning by the Midland
Railroad, and supplied the city butchers, who
had been getting their supplies from the George
town market The cattle trade that used to
co,ue here from the Valley counties nov
branches off at Strasburg, and goes down the
Metropolitan road TO Georgetown.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

THE u. S. SHIP FoRTUNE.-The United
States steamer Fortune, reported as having the
yellow fever on board, passed here, on her way
to the Washington Navy Yard yesterday after
noon. Iu view of the existing reports the
commaudaut ordered her to fly quarantine
flag and allow no communication with the shore
uull after inspection by the health officer.
About $3.50 that officer arrived aud immediate
" went on board. A strict aud thoroug "a In
spection was made, and no infectious disease
Of any kind being found TO exist, and she be
ing reported as entirely free from any such
disease during her cruise, was relieved from
nnsranfine
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

FUNERAL. The funeral services OF Charles
8. Stone, stepson of John K. Johustou esq,
of this county, took pace from the residence OF
MIR, Johnston on Sunday morning and were
largely attended by the friends aud relatives Of
the deceased The body was removed to G'cn,
wood cemetery and buried by the side OF THAI OF
the mother of the deceased.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

IMPORTED
GUANAHAN| GUAN0 COMPANY,
PETERSBURG, VA.


ali Feulizrs mut PlanaL
Wesonat
the
CAROLINA
ehsUb espaed
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13
TNSTAN EOUS STA N 7 | N
l. AT THE
STAMPING DEPARTM EMIT

GREEN NOTION GUS
and Hair Goods Mandatory.
Material stamped in few seconds. Retail at
wholesale prices. 2!c per yard for stamping
scollop; Sc per yard for any pattern not exceed
ing inches Encourage homo enterprise. Over
1909 designs, with daily additions OF our own
for every rs cents worth of stamping done here.
CHAS. w. GREEN,
mig &c King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

PINEAPPLE, EDAM and SAPSAGO
L CHEESE for sale by
GEO. McBURNEY s. SON,
sn13 1866 and TO King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

pICKED UP-A CANOE off Lynch Point
i buoy, u feet long painted white, with
centre board The owner can get her by paying
charges at Smiths Island.
al 12-3l* Schr Mooney,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

D EMOVAL.
Has removed from stalls Nos. ~ and Il to No.
16 Cameron street front of the Market House.
WHARF, the best of all sorts of FRESH and SALT
MEATS can always be obtained at the lowest
retos ap l2-3t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

EOR fine Imported and Domestic WINES
Il and LIQUORS go TO
GEO. McBURNEY s. SONS,
anG lGG and 10 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

NOR choice brands of Extra and Family
T. FLOUR ut low figures go TO
GEO. McBUKNEY s. SONS,
anG i66 and ITO King strecl5
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-04-13

INENSI LINENSl
II Irish Linens, Table Linens, Linen Diaper,
Crash, sc. NJ the lowest prices.
VIM. N. BERkLEY & SON,
ana 81 King street.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1875-12-09
What Shall We Do with Our Elk
Presidents.


Our Washington correspondents
letter, published to-day, discusses a
couple of projects which, it seems,
are much spoken of in inside circles
at the National Capital, and which
have for their object some dignified
official position for ex-Presidents of
the United States, after they shall
have honorably retired from the
Chief Magistraey.
The subject is one which is worthy
of attention and study. One of our
greatest fibanciers who had for some,
time been Secretary of the Treasury,
remarked, on being offered large
salary to take charge of certain great
operations, that it was unbecoming
in one "who has bad charge of the Fl
nances "of his country to be rich"
1t certainly will be agreed that it
would be unbecoming in one who
has been President of the United
States to engage, after retirement. in
any of the ordinary pursuits of life.
And though it is true that the salary
of the President is now amply suffi-
cient to enable him to retire TO pri-
vate life upon what, ordinarily, would
be handsome competence, yet it
should not be forgotten that every
ex-PresideDt must necessarily have
hosts of friends and correspondents,
making his expenses extraordinarily
heavy in spite of himself, unless be
settles down into the life of churl.
1t is suggested, in the case of Pres
ident Grant, that the rank of Gener-
aIlissimo of the army he created for
him by law, after his retirement, and
that by constitutional amendment
future ex-Presidents be er-oficio Sen.
ators of the United States at-large.
These propositions are now being
much thought of at Washington.
Whether either the one or the other
proposition is likely soon to be adop-
ted or not, would be unsafe to pre-
diet: but we are certain that this
whole question, of some proper pro-
vision for our ex.PresideDts, is one
which has been too long neglected,
and ought to be settled in some man.
ner becoming the American people
and their highest office. There are
those who will think that the most
dignified position for an ex-President
who has well and greatly performed
his public duties. is "the post of honor,
the private station" We have no
dispute with those who so think.
But there is a growing sentiment
among the American people that this
matter as it is now is not right. Two
or three ex-Presiden.s who bad done
their country great service died in
poverty This ought not to be again.
But, without entering into argu-
ment, the suggestions set forth in
the letter referred 10 will be read
with special interest, in view OF the
third term discussion which continues
to brighten some timid souls.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1875-12-09
Death of Charles O'Conor.

Charles O'Conor, the great lawyer
of New York, died in that city on
the morning of November 81, after a
brief illness. Mr.. O'Conor was one
of the oldest and most eminent legists
of the United States. He was II
years of age, and was a native of
New York. He was admitted to
practice at the bar in 1924, ffty-one
years ago, and has been one of the
most studious, scholarly, industrious
and successful lawyers of the age. He
was a Democrat in politics, but, al
though often urged to accept nomin-
atoms for State and national officers,
invariably declined. During the last
presidential election, against his ex-
pressed wishes, he was run as can
didate for the presidency by the So
called "straight-out Democrats" and
received 1859 votes. Mr.. O'Conor
was one of the pall-bearers at the
burial of his old friend and client,
William B. Astor, but few days
ago.-Chicago Journal.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1875-12-09
PUFFS AND RUPPLEs.
Brigham Young Talks to the sisters About
Useless and Vain Trimmings.


Brigham Young preached on the
fashions last Sunday, and here is an
extract from his sermon "Now
then, leaving the useless things which
the brethren use-tea, coffee, tobacco,
beer, whisky, etc.-we will alude to
some the sisters use and wear, such
as tea, coffee, snuff, tobacco, opium,
and then the bows, puffs, trimmings,
and this, and thst and the other they
wear on their dresses that are useless.
What shall we do in regard to these
things? Nv senses tell me that the
children of Zion should forsake every
needless fashion and custom they now
practice. My wives dress very plain.
ly, but | sometimes ask them the util-
lty of some of the stripes and puffs
which | see on their dresses. re-
member asking lady this question
once, and inqired if they kept the
bed bugs and flies away. Well if
they do that they are useful, but if
they do not, what use are they !?
None whatever. Now some ladies
will buy a cheap dress, say cheap
calico, and they will spend from S.
to SIS worth of time in making it up,
which is wasting so much substance
which God has given them on the
lust of the eye, and which should be
devoted to better purpose. / have
had an observation made to me which
| will relate; l have never done it,
but | believe / will now. 1t has been
said to me, eyes, Brigham, we have
seen ladies go to parties in plain
homemade dresses, but every man
was after the girls who had $1Oe
worth of fol-de-rol, and they would
dance with every woman and girl ex-
cept the one in plain dress, and
they would let her stay by the wal
the whole evening"" 1t may be in
some cases, but should not be. 1t
adds no beauty TO lady, in my opin-
ion, to adorn her with fine feathers.
When | look at a woman | look at
her face, which is composed of her
forehead, cheeks, nose, mouth and |
chin, and | like to see it clean, her
hair combed neat and nice, and her
eyes bright and sparkling; and if
they are so, what do care what she |
has Cd her head, or how or of what |
material her dress is made? Not the |
least in the world. II a woman is
clean in person and has on a nice,
clean dress, she looks a great deal
better when washing her dishes, max
ing her butter or cheese or sweeping |
house, than those who, as told them
in Prevo, walked thestreets with their
spanker jbs flying. 1t adds no
beauty to a lady Or gentleman to
have a great many frills on their
dresses or coats beauty must be
sought in the expression of the coun
,enance combined with neatness and |
cleanliness anu s $500. ----------- =. :,
The beauty which nature bestows is
let the dress be ever so
plain, if the wearer of it be neat and |
comely. Do not fine feathers look |
we'll Yes, they are very pretty, but
hey look just as we'll on these dolls,
these fixed up machines which they
have in stores, as anywhere else
they certainly add nothing to the
beauty of lady or gentleman, as far
IS | ever saw"
What Shall We Do with Our Elk
Presidents.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1875-12-09

sW Boys, if your mind is slow
and dull, do not be discouraged.
Slow growth is often sure growth.
Some minds are like Norwegian
pines. They are slow in growth,
but they are striking their roots
deep. Some of the greatest men
have been dull boys. Dryden and
Swift were dull as boys. So was
Goldsmith. So was Gibbon. So
was Sir Walter Scott Napoleon at
school had so much difficulty in
learning his Latin that the master
said it would need gimlet to get q
word in his head. Douglas. Jerrold
was so backward in his boyhood that
at nine he was scarcely able to read.
Isaac Barrow, one of the greatest
divines the Church of England has
er produced, was so impenetrab =
stupid in his early years that bic
father more than once said that il
God took away any OF his children
he hoped it would be Isaac, as be
feared be would never be fit for any
thing in this World. Yet that boy
! was the genius of the family.