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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20
Uniformity Of Textbooks.

In tie State Senate on Thursday the bill to
regulate uniformity of textbooks came up IN
regular order, and was discussed at length the
question being upon the passage OF the bill.
The object of this bill is to confer upon the
county boards the power Of adopting and Sc
Letting the text books for the public schools oil
their respective counties, instead OF the limited
option which they have at present of making
their selections only from such series as are re
commended by the State Board Of Education.
Mr. Hundley opposed the bill as removing
wholesome and necessary restrictions, and the
safeguards now provided to prevent the intro
duction of improper and sectional school books.
MIR. Quesenberry opposed the bill as taclll'
tsting aud encouraging rings and jobbery among
the agents and publishers Of school books. lie
considered it long step towards breaking up
the harmony and efficiency OF the whole public
school, system.
MIR. Pridemore favored the bill as one Of vi
tai importance, and as au act of justice to the
rural districts He stated that the Superin-
teudent OF Public Instruction favored the pro.
vision Of the bill that the county boards should
be allowed to select their own books wlthou,
dictatiOn from the State Board
Mr.. Smith, of Nelson, thought that with
some slight amendment every sensator would
be willing to vote for the bill.
Mr. Cochran opposed the bilvigorousIy. He
thought no senator could coRscleptiously vote
for it, if its provisions were thoroughly under
stood. 1t is dangerous measure The con-
stitution already provides 10 the proper man
ner for regulating uniformity OF textbooks, not
by legislative action, but by the oct OF the
Board Of Public Instruction. The board has
selected two series, McGuffey's and the Uni
versity Series. The Superintendent of Public
Instruction had endeavored to secure the 10.
PRODUCTION OF third serles and pressed it up
on the board, but on every occasion he had
been voted dowo. Failing 10 this effort, be
has endeavored to secure his object in the man
ner presented 10 this bill.
The bill was further discussed by Messrs.
Pridemore and McRae, and was rejected-ayes
Is, noes II.
MIR. Smith, of Nelson, moved to reconsider
the vote on account of the absence OF several
senators who take special interest 10 this mat
ter, and the motion vas carrled-ayes ~,
noes H.
The bill was tabled for the present.
A CoLoRED LAwYER-The Petersburg In.
dex and Appeal says: "At the session of the
Hastings Court, yesterday, r. D. Rufin, q
colored man recently removed to this city from
Alexandria, was, on his own motion, admitted
to the Bar and allowed TO practice law 10 the
courts of Petersburg. He was duly sworn by
the clerk, who administered the usual osths
and then quietly took his seat within the rail-
Ing. The new member is Of very dark color,
about thirty years of age, is said to be gradu-
ate of Howard University, and will probably
figure 10 petit cases 10 our courts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20
Letter from New York.

Corresp Ondence OF the Alexandra GAZette.
New YORK, March Is Political discussions
and ward meetings having about subsidized, and
the Beecher-I flton trial grown monotonous, the
community generally are now turning their at
tention more strictly TO business and trade OF
all kinds seems to be largely on the Increase.
Our jobbing houses are doing an Immense bust
ness, one house alone, which makes specially
of ribbons and bonnet frames, having done a
cash business since the lst of February OF
81 900 per day. This is an increase oil ten
per cent OH last year. Othcr houses are doing
aproportionable large business, and everything
points to q brisk spring trade.
There is report current, though 1t cannot
be traced to any very reliable source, that our
postmaster is to be removed, and some one OF
more avuwed Radical principles put IN bis
place. This would indeed be public calamity
Tor more thoroughly competent aud better
posted man in everything pertaining to the
postal service, it would be hard to find, he hav-
ing passed through all the grades from 81 900
clerk TO his present position. The annual ex'
penses of the postofhce department under MIR.
James administration, show decrease OF
$40 UUO when compared with those OF his pre-
decessor. We can only hope that this Is
rumor, as there is 20 charge that can be
brought against Mr.. James except that OF in.
difference 10 regard to the elections 10 this
State last fall and if more Of our public func-
tionarles would follow his good example there
would be considerable decrease 10 our list OF
defauters, and more money in the public
treasury.
The theatres are doing an excellent business,
Strackosch bcing the only one who has felt the
stringency iu the money market. 1t IS con.
ceded fact hat Italian opera, as eXtraVagantly
run nowadays, Cannot be made to- pay 10 this
country. Impressairos seem 10 vie with each
other as to whom shall be awarded the glory of
paying the largest salary 10 their respective
prlma dounas, aud consequently are compelled
to charge so much for admission that no one
but C,esus eau afford to attend their perfor.
mauces When We reflect on the salary Jenny
Lind used to receive per week (Sl5O) and mar
vel at Missions $1,000 night, there is no
need of cogitating on the depleted pocket books
OF Maretz-k aud Strockosch aud on their
repeated failures in eDdeavoring to establish
Italian opera in this country. -.
The South is not the place where the ef
fects Of the Civil Rights bill is being fet,as many
places of amusemeuts are visited nightly by
our sable brethren. A few days since couple
Of darkeys, headed by white man, wended
their way into sixth avenue drinking saloon,
aud the white mau called for three gin cock,
tails. The bar tender mixed two and stood them
before the coorcd men, and 10 response to our
pale-face brothers, Where mlne?" quietly
Informed him that he only sold drinks to gentle
men 10 his establishment. This was just,
merited rcbuke, aud we venture to say that
the next time that man wants a gin cocktail,
he will not take two darkies with him to help
him drink it. lAGo.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

In the Senate yesterday, Mr.. Ferry, of Mchi-
gan, was declared President pro tem., in the
absence of MIR. Wilson, and Mr.. Boutwels re-
resolution authorizing the Civil Service Com
mittee to sit during the recess, was adopted
Some nominations we're acted upon and then
the Senate adjourned. Whether the resolution
recognizing the Kellogg Government 10 LoulSl'
ana is to be pushed is not yet yet decided. The
Republican caucus has agreed to it, but there
is hesitation 10 bringing.it up 10 the Senate on
account of the Democratic avowal that the
minority will sit the summer through rather
than permit it to pass.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

The Virginia Press Association, which was
in session in Richmond, adjourned sine die on
Thursday night, having visited number OF
lager beer breweries, amended its constitution,
visited other lager beer breweries, discussed ad,
vertisiog rates and advertising agencies, visited
other lager beer breweries, elected officers and
visited more larger beer breweries, appointed
standing committees, thanked everybody, and
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

The abolition of the civil service reform rules
having raised the question whether that action
also nulhfied the executive order torbiddlng
federal Office holders from accepting any State,
municipal or other Office, the President has
decided that the abolition of the civil service
rules in no way affects the executive order re-
forrad RI
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

A bill is now pending 10 the State Senate
appropriating the sum of $40, 900 for the pur
chase of the Randolph Macon College build
ings 10 the county OF Meckleuburg, aud itlng
I'D the same for lunatic asylum. Ii Mr..
Horace Lacy's opinions are worth anything,
another asylum won't begin to accommodate
those who ought to be inmates.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

The Culpeper Observer says 1--WE are
glad to say that the wheat crop is not entirely
DESTROYED. The recent werm weather has made
it visible to much greater extent, than we
supposed, during the winter, would be possible
Ii may be land we hope it willy that an average
crop will be made.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

8. +. Maddox, of the Virginia Senate, charg
ed with larceny, has been acquitted by the jury
of the Hastings Court Of Richmond.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

TURKISH PRUNE5 just received and for
l. sale low by
feb II j. G. MlLBURN.
VALENCIA ORANGES and MESSlNA
y LEMONS for sale by
NH j. c. MILBURN.
CCOTCH HERRING and COD FISH re-
- ceived to-day by
NH J. c. MILBURN.
NEW YORK BUCK WHEAT received this
IN day and for sale ut l47 King street
feb II w. F. BROOKES.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

SATURDAY, MARCH 20, 1876.

TAX ON MERCHANTS While the Tax bill
was uuder consideration 10 the House of Dele
gates, on Thursday, an amendment to the Sec
ton relating to the tax on merchants was
adopted providing that for all purchases over
$1,000 and less than 100000 there shall bc
paid tax of 40 cents on the 500 in excess OF
$4,000. Upon all purchases over $50, 900 aud
less than $50, 900 there shall be paid tax Of
80 cents on the 500 10 excess of $6O,OOO.
Upon all purchases over $4,000 and less than
100000 there shall be paid a tax OF 20 cents
on the 500 10 excess Of $50, 900; and upon all
purchases over 100000 there shall be paid a
tax Of 10 cents 90 the 500 in excess OF SlOO,
600; and providing that on purchases not ex
ceeding 81 900 the specific tax shall be S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

1t will be seen by the cable dispatches that
John Mitchell died this morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

I COMMISSIONERS SALE-rursuant 10
~ the decree of the Circuit Court Of Farla4
county, pronounced ut its June term, 1873, III
the suit of Ross admir-. W. Ross heirs, the ua-
derslgned. commissioner i'll said decree Named
will, on MONDAY, the 18Th day of April, 1875
Court day, at IL o'clock M, in front OF the Court
House door Of said county, sell to the highest
bidder, ut public SALE all the REAL ESTATE
OF which Il. NJ Ross died seized, Except the
widows dower) containing 1913 Is ito ACRES
Thi. land sdjoi!$ the hands of VIM. + Lee a'd
the late Samuel Wr-nn, and lies Yves. OF the
Chanti!ly iurm has thereon Il MALL hzzsEss
HOUSE. is heavily woode': and well Wa. .lsgs.
tered Being divided by the county road sad
ing from the OK road To the county road, ncsT
w. +. Lees, into two parts OF nearly equal size,
it wi be sold Separately.
Terms of Sale: SO much cash in hand as will
pay the costs of suit and expenses of sale, and
the residue in three equal ANNUAL payments, to
bear interest rom the day of sale, and to be Sc
cured by the bonds Of the purchaser, with good
personal security, and tho title - be retained
until the last payment is made.
THOMAS MOORE,
Fairfax CO., NH lj-wts Comn'r. OF Sale
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20
PORT Of III EIa.s-DRI.4 .NsRCH go
sun rose............6 Moon sets........... 5 s.
sun sots ...........G II High wator........ U IN
ARR WE'D.

ARRIVED.
Steamer Sue, Baltimore, to Jos Broders s. Co.
She reports two schooners in the river-one 4
two master loaded at anchor, in Nanjemoy
Reach, and the other light three master of
Mattawoman, both bound up
SAILED.
Steamer Pilot Boy, Curroman, by F A Reed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

DEAD.-Mr. John Bond native of Orange
county, died 90 the 18th inst, at his residence
in Madison county, in the 59th year of his age.
Some two years ago Mr.. Bond accidentally fell
from the railroad bridge which crosses Main
street at Gordousville, distance OF some fifteen
OF so feet, iDjuring his spine to such an extent
that paralysis Of the lower cxtremitles ensucd,
from which he never rallied Piedmont Nr.
01ni1n
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

DEATH OF A PRESBYTERIAN MINISTER. -
Rev. Wm. Pinkerlop, pastor OF Mount Carmel,
in Augusta county, died on the hight of the
l2sh instant, OF pneumonia, aged 81 years.
Mr. Piukerton came to Virginia from pcousyl-
vana many years ago. H. was an able man, a
popular minister and faithful and beloved
pastor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20
LIST OF LETTERS

remaining 'n Tue ALEXANDRIA, Va, Postotice
March ~, 1875
Persons calling for letters will say they are ad-
vertised aud give the date of the list.
If not called for within thirty days, they will be
sent to the dead letter office, in Washington.
Bury, Albert Norris, Al
Boules, Dennis Pelham, Mrs William
Byrne Miss Elm Parker George w
Bell, f D reyton, Fountain
Burroughs Jas Price, Ed
Cooper, Mrs Electa Parker, Miss Alice
Carter, Fanny, col Quinn. Charlotte
Day, Dora Robinson Jack
Dickson, Miss Lucinda Richmond, J
Doyle, Mrs Lucie Rector, Mrs Mollie
Dixon, Mrs Mary 4 Steiner, Mrs julia A, 2
Davis, Mrs Mary Summers Mrs Louisa
Davis, Mrs Susan Stewart, Mrs Bette
Edwards, Mrs Letitis Thomas, Jenette
johnson, Maria Thicker, Alice
johnson, George Woods, John 4
Lockwood, Mrs II A Washington, Robert
Hammond. Miss Margt Woodson, Miss Sslle, 2
Morris John Wbeat,ey, Sallie
Marmaduke, NJ NJ Waite Mrs Georgiana
McTust 4
mh Pot W. N. BERKLEY, P. NJ.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

CHILD KILLED.-A few days siucc just after
the mail train had passed through the Blue
Ridge TunDe going East, little daughter of
MIR. David Sbuler, of Alton, was playing near
the Last end when she was struck Oh the head
by stone weighing over twenty pounds, which
came down from the top of cut, distance of
sixty or seventy feet splitting her head, break,
Jog her left arm, hand, and several Of her ribs,
from which she died in twenty or thirty minu-
tes.-Staunton Vndicator.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20

The papal ENJOYS bringing the official Motif,
cation OF his appointment to Cardinal McClos-
key, left Rome last night on their way to
America.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20
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DIED.

In this city, March 18th, al ten O'clock, Mrs.
ELIZABETH j., wife of Amos B. Slaymsker.
At his house, in Prince Georges CO.. Md,
after long and painful illness, BENZ
j. BADEN, in the G5lh year of his age.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20
FoR SAL e.

FOR SALE
TWO STEAM ENGINES, 60 horse power
! each, in good order; can ba worked separately
or together.
Two return-a ue BOILERS, 26 feet long AZ
inches diameter; in good condition.
One pair of NEW BURKS, 4 feet diameter
with Spindle, Hoop and Fixtures selected 10
make the highest grade OF ,ur.
One pair of SECOND HAND BURRS 4.
| feet diameter; suitable for grinding corn and
| plaster.
One double LEATHER BELT, nearly new,
| IS feet long Is inche. wide.
One COIN and COB CRUSHER and one
STEAM FORCE PUMP
Also / SECONDHAND SPRING DKAl
GEO. Y. WORTHINGTON,
NH lS-lm Alexandria, Virginia.
CTAMMEKING CURED RY AN "ART."
STAMMERING AND ALI. IMPLEMENTS
OF SPEECH, Loss OF Voice, Sc, PERMA-
NENTLY CURED, without the use of Med
cine, or any Surgical operation. No charge
unless cure is effected.
r. f. KNOX,
feb25-tf Agent for Virginia
NOTICE TO VIoLINlsTs.
just received new lou OF VlOLlN h'H
GUITAR STRINGS, of all grades, making
mine the most complete assortment offered IN
any city, ut wholesale and retail.
V. BECKER'S
Piano and Music store, III King St,
NH l2-lw Alexandria, Virginia
FXCHANGE BUILDING COMPANY.
The annual meeting of the stockholders Of the
Exchange Building Company will be htlu =!
the rooms of the Commercial Exchange, MON
DAY the 22d instant, at 10 o'clock q. N.
By order of the Board of directors
NH 1927 F. A. REED, Secretary.
FoE SALE.
Eighty thousand VAN SICLEN'S COLOS-
SAL ASPARAGUS PLANTS two years Old
Address w. Il. BAILEY,
NH l9-2w* Falls Church, Fairfax CO., vs.:
SPRING DRESS GOODS, Fancy Silk Ties,
y L. C handkerchief, Cloths, Casslmeres
and Vestings, Percales, Calicoes, &c, BlacS
Silks, Tanlise and Alpacss, just received by,
NH l9 D +. BRASHEAK.
WANTED TO RENT-A SMALL ia
w DWELLING HOUSE; central .Alls-
location preferred. Address A. b., GHI'As
Office with terms, &c. NIB io-l~
\ MOTHER case OF those delicious CA ~ ~
~ PEARS just received and for sale ut ia
King street. ,,ry
NH Is w. +. BROOhho.
CULPHATE QUINIA-One hundred ounces
- just received from Powers & WelghtIHsn'
An nh 1C Il sale Z l. $. LEADBEArER BRO.
~ FIRKINs CHOICE NORTHERN
~ BUTTER just received and tor sac 10"
by &. WIN. RAMSAY,
NH 10 Corner King and st. Asaph streets
COUSED PIGS FEET and PENNSi Iva,
- Ella APPLE BUTTER received TINS Gay
and for sale by
jan Il DAY Y q hA hhO-''
EISH-Smoked Bloaters, Cod Fish, LaorAdJ'
l. He-rings, and Nos. !, and NscAe'''
received and for sale by ,,nN
jan Il DAV u hAhh"1
CEED POTATOES-75 bbls Early hose t''
~ tstoes for sale by rn,v
NH II II King street
WALKERS VINEGAR BlTIhE2-A
w large supply received and l9T sale q y
NH II E. s. LEADBEATEk q DnO'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-03-20
COMM ER(;IAL.

W. N. BERkLEY, P. NJ.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1875-10-16

Hon. J. o. Glover was in Ottawa on Thursday,
and we were happy to see very much improved
in health. He was given oyer by his physicians
as nearly a hopeless case year ago, and indeed
seemed for long time to balance on the edge
OF the dark valley, but thanks to an iron constr
tuition, and as he says, Ottawa mineral wafer
his health and strength are rapidly coming pacH
to him and he takes new lease.
Our former townsman, Herman silver Esq"
who now holds the position of Register OF
Uncle Sans land Office at Denver, COLORADO
surprised us by dropping into our sanctum the
other day. The main inducement to MIR. ). to
accept a government position in Colorado was
the hope that the air of that region might be
beneficial 60 his shattered health. In this he has
not been disappointed. Mr. 8. finds his health full
" restored and the air Of the mountains true
elixir of life to him.
O.W. Bollmeyer, Of Mich, has been spending
the last week with his friends in Ottawa. Though
still printer, he wears pretty good clothes, and
is actually fat.
Hon. J. D. Cation was in townlthis week.
Among the arrivals at the Clifton this week
were: NJ. Kaufman, N. Y; Z. r. May, Auburn,
Wy; A. f. Walker, Chicago; l.. B. Crooker,
Mendoza; Jos. Pfrshing.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1875-10-16

meeting of this society and of those inter
ested in vocal music had been appointed at the
Methodist church for lsst Thursday evening, but
owing to the very dsagreeable evening only a
few responded 10 the call. No business was done
but a meeting was called to be held at the same
place next Thursday evening" Let there be this
time a full attendance Of all those interested in
the advancement of ulusical culture in Ottawa.
We all know the results Of last years work, and
we have hopes Of greater things this season. OF
those who did come to the meeting last THUS
day evening a large number were entirely new
members, and Prof. Harrison wants others to
come II must be remembered that II is to cost
the members nothing except their time, and the
excellent training they will have surely ought
to induce all our vOcalists TO join this society.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1875-10-16

SUDDEN DEATH.--Our people were surprised
to hear, on Monday morning, of the sudden
death of Hollis NJ. Prescott, who had been seen
on the street on Saturday apparently in his usu-
al health. 1t appears Mr. p while in Chicago
last week, had had touch Of heart disease. lie
came home, and complained OF neuralgia in the
face He went to DR.. Dyer, who extracted bad
tooth for him, hat being still in great pain on
Sunday morning, he came over to town and pur-
chased yiol Of choral, of which he took small
dose and laid down. few minutes later his
wife spoke to him, and he answered. In few
minutes more she again spoke to him, but re-
ceving no answer, she went to him and was
stunned to find him dead.
A post norton examination was held, and while
we have been unable to ascertain the result In
precise terms, we learn generally that the opin.
ion arrived ut was, that although the amount OF
choral taken was too small to have had any i'll
effect in ordinary cases, in the condition OF Mr.
HIS heart, q spasmodic action OF that organ
might have been excited which caused the IA
tai result.
Mr. P. was about As years OF age, and leaves
wife and two children.
He had been in business In Ottawa for some
years, up to about 1862, when he enlisted in the
war and rose to the command Of a battery. As
soldier he was brave and efficient; as bust
ness man, quick and intelligent; and socially,
genial and popular He leaves large circle of
relatives and friends to mourn his sudden death.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1875-10-16

The death Of John A Lock, of Deer Park
after a short illness, occurred on the 4th of Oct
He being an esteemed member Of the Grange in
this place, special meeting OF the o'der was
called, at which the following resolutions were
prepared and it was voted that the Ottawa papers
be requested to publish the same:
WHEREAS, The Providence of God has called
from our number our worthy brother and asso-
ciate John A. Lock, by death; therefore be it
Resolved BY Deer Park Grange, of which the
deceased was member, that in the loss Of one
so young, gifted and possessing such noble traits
of character. We learn that all must submit to
the will of Him who doeth all things well. And
that If We would die lanented and leave q last
ing impression upon those left we must like our
departed brother, cultivate the kindly virtues OF
life
RESOLVED, That we assure the bereaved parents
and friends of the deceased of our heart felt
sympathy, and that we shall, with them, always
cherish his memory. G. FRANK BENNETT,
Spcratary
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1875-10-16
Removal of u Cigar Store.

Fowler Il Klemm, the popular cigar manuiac
tuners, have removed their establishment to
Martin Keim's building, next door north Of Tur'
ner hall They have on hand large stock OF
flrst-class tobacco which they are making up
into splendid cigars. Their special brands are
a.. N. F." and "Bar Fly" two that are well known
and extremely popular in this vicinity They
are prepared to fill all orders that may be given
them and ON short notice. They also keep on
hand full supply of pipes, cigar holders, fine
cut of all varieties, and in fact general line of
smokers goods. They sell all goods at whole
sale and retail