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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

POLICE REPORT The following cases have
been reported at police headquarters since yes
terday afternoon:
Charles and Mollie Minor, colorcd, for abus-
ing Mrs. Phps, were faed aud dlscharg
William Vallin, for whipping the child Of
policeman James Walker, was fined and dis
charged.
Jiuny Bell, colored for disorderly conduct was
fined and discharged.
Peter Blue, coIored inmate of the Poor s
Superintendent Stephenson, was dismissed from
that institution and locked up for further ex-
ANIMATION.
The Jenny Bell mentioned above is not Miss
Jennie +. Hughes, the colored belle of south
Columbus street.
Richard Hall, colored, for stealing satche
from another coored man on colored excur-
SOD, was locked up for examiu alton.
COLUMBIA STEAM FIRE ENGINE COMPANY.
The regular meeting of this company was held
last night, with D. A. Windsor in the Chair
and X. W. Wheat, Secretary.
The Committee on Elections failed to make
'neir report, and consequently the election of
members was postponed until the next reg
uar meeting. These applications for member
snlp, were received and placed 10 the hands
OF The Committee. =
MIR; I. '. Rlshe reported on the part of
the Executive Committee that the Fire Ward
ems had made some necessary repairs to the
engine house, one of them being to the smoke
nue which conveys the smoke from the engine,
1at as 1t does not work with satisfaction the
order. p1' - eoo0
Alter transacting some routine business the
meeting adjourned
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

Travellers should wear the EImwood collars.
They are easily carried, wear we'll, look nicely,
and do not require washing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09
The OYSTER LAW has been positively

The OYSTER LAw.--It has been positively
determined that the corporation oyster law
prohibits the landing Of oysters in the shell at
the wharves of this city prior to the 3Oth inst,
but as that law was passed when the only oys-
ters landed here were those that arrived by
sailing vessels, and which consequently were
several days 90 the way up the river, aud not
as now by rapid steamers which put them here
in ten hours after they have left the water,
there is no reason why the law should be en-
forced or its penalties xacted. Law or no law,
the oysters that now come here are good and
wholesome, and many people want TO eat them,
and the few who want to sell them ought to be
allowed to do So
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

MISS Xsss KY E. JOHNSON will reopen
N1 her SCHOOL FOR BOYS and GIRLS
on SEPTEMBER 10th, at her residence 2lO
Prince street. sen 2-2w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

m FOR RENT.-A comfortable two-story
E FRAME DWELLING, No 2S6 King ST..
containing eight rooms and kitchen. Gas and
water on the premises with large lot attached
Possession given lst October. TO ;. good tenant
the rent will be moderate. For further partc-
ulars apply at No. 81 south Pitt ieet between
Duke and Wolfe. auy3l. eotCctl
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09
RAND TOURNA MENT AND EXCIJR.
" SION AT CABINS SPRINGS. MON

GRAND TOURNAMENTA AND EXCUR-
- - SION AT CAkLlN'S SPRINGS, MON
DAY, SEPTEMBER Il, 1875, on which occs
sion FOUR VALUABLE PRIZES, now on
exhibition at w. T. Herrick's, King street, will
DC gwen away: lst Fine Sa die, value S25 :;
"a, Fine Bride Sd, q Pair Silver Spurs !;
4th, a Whip. Riding TO commence at 2 p. m
Entrance fee for Knights 81
The Alexandria String and Brass Band has
been engaged for the occasion.
Chief Marshall j. D. kerby.
Floor Manas ers-Wm. Hug hes, JAS Smith.
- Committee j. Bohraus, H. Herbner. M.
Ruben, l.. Rammell, &. Kreig, NJ Schiller, F.
Melcher, NJ. Bosssrt e. Hyde.
Trains will leave the Washington and Ohio
depot at 30 a. M, l.30, 4.l0, 800 and I 90 D. M
Returning leave the Springs ut 10 g. m, 2 6 and
II p. m.
knights wishing to enter for the prizes will
please address by letter, or otherwise, II. Herb
n ,n l49 King street, or NJ. Bosssrt, q south
Fairfax street.
Tlcl cts 30 cents children IS cents.
Strict order will be enforced by q competent
police
SEPT. eo3t HERBNER s. BOSSART.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

PRoPETY SALE-The lot on the west side
of Washington street, between the residences
of Gen. Corse and Major Johnston, was sold
this morning by Mr.. G. +. Lee to Father
Okane, pastor Of St. Mary's Church, for
$500. 1t is understood that fine church will
be built upon this lot, but not immediately.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

MISS TEBBS SCHOOL for Girls will re-
~, ~ open SEPTEM Der 18th, Gnstant,) 1T No.
10 Queen street, alexandria. sep1-2W
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

Messrs. B. +. Sheerz aud William Matthew,
of Loudouu, decline being candidates for the
Legislature.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

AN ALEXANDRIA BELLE "A letter in the
Richmond Wing from Buffalo Springs, in
Mecklengburg county, speaking of the attrac-
tive features of the place says: "On looking for
awhile into the ballroom last night | was lost
10 admiration of the exquisite dancing of the
beautiful and vivacious Miss L B.. OF Alexan-
dria, who is undoubtedly one of the most FAULT.
lessly graceful persons upon The floor
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

A RUFFIAN's ASSAULT. The Washington
Republican says: On last Wednesday night
Mr.. Thomas W. Berry and wife arrived 10 this
city on the steamer Pilot Boy. As they we're
about embarking one OF the negro hands named
James Gray, was 10 the way on the gaug plank
and Mr. Berry told him to move of. He step
ped aside, az directed, but as be did so he
dealt Mr.. Berry fearful blow 90 the back of
his head. knocking him senseess for moment.
He then fled and escaped. Determined that
he should. if possible, be punished for the Of
Tense, Mr. Berry last night, 10 company with
Detective George 0. Miller, WIS at the wharf
on the arrival of the steamer. for the purpose
of arresting him, but it was ascertained that he
had been discharged from the boat. Mr.. Mil
Ter, after Inquiry. found that he lived on K
street north, and proceeded at once to the
house, where Gray was found and taken into
custody to answer the charge of assault and
battery before the Police Court. The accused
Is stout, very large man. and it is a matter Of
surprise That his brutal attack upon man the
age of MIR. Berry did not result more disas
trOusly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

- FOR RENT-TWO DWELLINGS, one
Es on Washington street, with gas ano water,
and one on st. Assph street, with pump at the
door. Apply to j. T. HILL, Agent for Nj RS.
Robt Brockett. iy Is
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09
4 NAMP MEETING TO BE HELD.

TAMP MEETING AT WARRENTON
~ SPRINGS
There will be rented privately at the Warren
ton Springs all privileges, such as hotels, livery,
hucksters cabins, ard other privileges also to
parties desiring to remain during the camp
nave many cabins and rooms to rent, ready fur
nshcd.
The said camp will commence on the 18th
OF SEPTE MBER, and last ten days.
For further particulars address
DR.. A. HARRIS,
Sc 2-tl Wsrrenton Springs, Fauquier co., Va
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

HID HIMSELF IN "A WELL.-Frank Brookes,
son of Justice Robert Brookes, who lives on
the opposite bank of the river, after being
missing for five hours last Tuesday, was found
neck deep 10 the water in the we'll 10 his
tather's yard and almost chilled to DEATH He
had descended the We'll by sliding down the
we'll rope during what is hoped to be a fit f
temporary derangcmcnt.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

SHOOTING ON THE LONG BRIDGE. In the
Police Court of Washington, yesterday, the
case Of James Coleman, charged with assault
with intent to kill Newman Cole came w. Cole
testified that on Saturday night on the Long
Bridge, as he was crossing over with two others,
Coleman, who twas with two women, drew a
pistol and fired at him twice. one ball taking
effect 10 his arm, without saying word to him.
Mary Bowie and another woman testified that
they were crossing the bridge with Coleman,
when Cole and two others stopped them, and
Cole struck at him. Held for the action Of the
grand jury.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

o. FOR RENT--The spacious and desirable
Ha RESIDENCE No 24l King street three
stories and back building, water closet, bath
room, gas &c, Nc: At present occupied by Rev.
Geo. A. Smith For terms apply to the present
occupant or to Mrs. Nj. NJ SUMMERS, 275
King street. aug i9-2aw2w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09
LOST AM FOE.vD.

7 OST.-O. Tuesday morning, on King street,
~ necr the st. Asaph depot, lady POCKET
BOOK, with tho owners name inside, and con :
tanning sum of money. A suitable reward
will be paid for its return to this office, srS3r
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

Y A DOLP Fl MACON COLLEGE,
40 ASHLAND, VA,
Oilers, at lawest rates, the advantages Of tho
rough instruction, q high grade of scholarship,
under best religious liuences, in rctined COM
munity and at location remarkable tor its OK
tr&ordinary healthtulness and accessibility
TWO UNDRED AND Thirty DOLLARS
will pay all necessary expenses for the entire
scholastic year. For Catalogue and further par
ticulars address
Rev. JAM Els A. DUNCAN, A.M,D.D.,
President,
or Rev. ALEXANDER g. BROWN,
aug 5-6w Secretary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09
FCk RENT.

e. FOR SALE.-I offer at private sale the
A$ well known RESIDENCE, No ~ S. PIN
street Terms satisfactory. For futhcr inform
alton apply TO j. G. MlLBURN,
sep8-tt Executor Of B. g. Miburn, decd.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09
EXCURSIONS, PIC.y.IC, 81
A. RAND MOONLIGHT EXCURSION
" TO GLYMONT.

The last of the season by the
OFFICERS OF THE STEAMER MARY
WASHINGTON,
On TU ESDAY EVENING, SEPT. Ii,
leaving Prime. street wharf at 7 O clock. A full
band will be on board. Tickets, admitting a
lady and gentleman, ST. gentleman without a
lady, IS cents.
Commiltee-Jas. Coleman, JAS NJ. Steusrt,
and NJ Nash td
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

A SMASH UP-Yesterday afternoon, says
the Washington Tribune,as Mr. VIM Stgother,
charcoal dea Ter from Fairfax county, Va, was
driviog along Indiana Avenue, uear the Bait
more and OHIO railroad depot, be was run into
by one Of Adams Express wagons and had his
hind axle torn away The driver OF the
express wagon assisted Mr.. Srother With his
wagon to the nearest wherlwright's and paid
the cost OF repairing it.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

Wishing my school to be near an open play
ground an advantage it has not heretofore had.
l shall open its next and Fourteenth Annual
Session in Mr.. Charles Powols School Build
ing, on Queen, between Washington and Co.
lumbas streets, on MONDAY, sept ID.
The course of study comprises the elementary
and advanced English Branches, Mathematics
and the Natural Sciences, and if sufficiently
large classes Can be formed to justify it, Profess
sors will be employed to give instruction to al
vvanced students in the Ancient and Modern
Languages.
The terms Of tuition, depending upon the
branches taught, range from S. to SIS per quar-
ter, payable in advance.
N. B.-The School room will be open for the
reception and classification of pupils every
morning after Sept. 5, from . o clock to II m
aug 2l-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

DOTOMAC ACADEMY,
L (Formerly Alex. Boarding SchooD
Established by Benjamin HaoweIl in 1924.
n complete English, Classical and Matne-
NAUTICAL course taught; also French, German
and Spanish. Next session will commence
SEPTEMBER Is. Catalogues furnished at re-
quest.
Terms: For board, tuition, washing and lights
Sl5O per halt session in advance. For day
scholars Sl3 for tuition in English branches,
81 ~ in Greek and Latin teach) and S.. 80 in
Modern Languages (cach) per quarter in ad-
vance. Apply at l37 Prince St, or address
CHARLES ). TAYLOR, Associate
JOHN ;. BLACKBURN, ! Principals,
aug l2-2awtf Alexandria. Viryinis
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09
TH E HOM Me HOOL.

MRS. ANNA S. GEORGE will reopen her
~ School for Boys on THURSDAY, the
10th September, at her residence, l27 Duke
street. aup3I1w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

HEN HOUSE ROBBERY -rhe hen house of
colored man named Polntdcxter, in the hol-
low formerly known as Burners lumber yard,
was robbed about one O clock last uight. The
noise made by the chickens was so great that
Pointdexter was awakened, aud thlustiug a
bunderbus out Of his window, he discharged it
in the direction from whence the cackling pro-
ceeded, the shot flying in every direction aud
striking several houses pear by, raising coul-
motion 10 the whole neighborhood, during
which the thief made his escape.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09
A LENANDRIA ACADEMY.

"A
The Eighteenth Annual Session of this School
will commence MON DAY, September &
The locata.ion Of the school house Friends
Meeting Housel is one of the most quiet pluss-
unit and accessible in the city, the furniture is
OF the latest and most approved pattern; tao
grounds are large and well shaded the disci-
pine is strict and the best teachers are employ
cd Tor al branches
Catalogues containing full particulars, may
be procured at the book stores or from
aug l6-lm JOHN 5. BEACH, Principal.
MOUNT VERNON INSTITUTE,
BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL FOR
YOUNG LADIES,
No. II south Washington street,
Alexandria, Virginia.
There is kINDERGA RTEN in connection
for little girls from tour to seven years of age.
Scholastic duties will be resumed SEPT 18th
For Circulars apply to the Principal,
Miss N. A. ROACH,
aug ii I'm p, q. box 30
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09

HOLESALE DEALERS, ATTEN.
w TION-Our stock of goods for country
merchants is now large and we'll assorted. An
examination of it will, we think, convince that
our prices are right
ap9 D. T, WILMER co,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-09
EDUG.9TIONHL.
MISS POWELL'S SELECT SCHOO
lA FOR YOUNG LADIES,
rner washington and Duke strt
a layaD1rio va

Corner Washington and Duke streets,
Alexandria, Va.
The next session of this School will commence
on WEDN ESDAY, the I'D of September.
Pupils carefully and thoroughly instructed in
the English branches, French and Latin.
Terms: Board and tuition in English and
and French $50 per half session-in advance.
Circulars can be obtained at French's Book
Store, or on application 10 Miss Powell, at her
residence, corner Washington and luke streets.
aug 23-eoLOl
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1875-02-25

,1c,ng idle and almost useless for the want 0.
aid u, complete them, and yetour legislators
seem "a, lose sight OF all this, and incline 10
offer thei' aid and their votes to enterprises
of little, or at least only secondary, interest
to US.
Should they not, sirs, plead for their own
IMPOVERISHED and almost helpless State hrst
And then should Congress meet them 10
spirit of liberality, and Iwonld say lusllce,
extend your aid TO others, who pave assisteu
YOU. but not until then for Virginia mas a.
ready contributed, and is yearly contffS s1
ting. more than her share toward Inc va
tjonal Treasury and national credlt, ana IL IS
higb time she should be the recipient oil some
fayors in return; but never as long as our
REPRESENTATIVES forget or neglect taelr dhty
to their State. just look back and take only
nassipg glsnce flor know your eye DON'T
wish TO dwe!D over our late six years rail-.
road and financial policy; should that not
teach US to be cautious-watch carefully
what little has been left us:
But, Messrs. Editors, keep your eyes upon
these railroad schemes and movements. 10
know the railroad rings at work should
rouse you up. Shake off your letbargy and
unfurl your banner, inscribed "For Viz
einia and Virginia interests" now leave
this to ADLER heads and ADLER pens than mine,
as this is only the production of one VINO IS
neither railroad-man. nor Of railroad rings,
citizen. w.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1875-02-25

! member ed, is only q sample-just what ode
! farmer has seen In his own papers,. Killing
The dogs will hardly put the money back In
.hh, pockets Of the farmers who have lost the
sheen. 1t Will not restore to State and coun-
~ and schooltax the 80 or $40 of taxes that
this des, ructior has prevented their getting,
for the property Is no longer theirs to be
taxed that much.
And yet soiue people are so overburdened
with consc,euc;ousness In their enthusiastic
LOYALTY to the General Government that they
fear dog.tax with such provisions as alone
could be made TO secure its enforcement
would deprive some United States citizens of
their right to vote IS if this were the sole right
the General Government requires them to
secure to its citizens. Where are our rights
OF property and our rights to make States
and individuals pay us what they owe US!
Cost of keeping dogs IN the United States,
81 0OO. OOO-tbat is, there is ten millions dol
lars worth of food consumed by dogs. And
this exclusive OF the value OF productive
property destroyed by the non-produetive,
non.tax-paying dogs; while the productive
sheep is taxed, the farm is taxed that feeds it,
and the goods made from its wool for the
clothing and comfort of the people are taxed
almost every time they are touched. IaEe
this ten millions dollars worth Of food and
convert it into mutton, wool, beef, pork,
lard. or tallow, or leather, and 1t is taxed IN
the hands ofmerchant, butcher, manufacturer,
shoemaker, consumer, and wearer but the
dog-po, don't touch him. Il. N. ).
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1875-02-25
Death of Thomas H. Wynne.

THokAs II. WYNEE, ESQ.,, one OF the schs'
tors from the city of Richmond in the Legis-
Ia,ure Of Virginia, died at his residence, In
this city, yesterday In the f(ty.seyenth year
Of bis aye. lie had filled several positions
Of pubic trust-been superintendent OF
transportation on the Richmond and Peters
burg railroad. been president of that road,
Superintendent of the Gas-W orks, member OF
the City Council and president of that body !;
and lastly, senator Of the Virginia Legislature
from this city. .
Mr.. WYsNE commenced life as an appren'
lice In the iron esta blishment of Messrs.
Burr g. SAMPSON. While serving out bis ap'
premiership be found time to devote u
study and reading, and acquired "onoer'
full amount Of knowledge, literary and SCI
en,i6c, which brought him rapidly into no.
ticc. He became a master OF bis art. as
draughtsuap, and WAS placed in prominent
positions in literary societies. He was Lead
ing member of the Literary and PHILOSOPHY
cll Society of Virginia, and took an active
part in the collection Of historical and anti
ouarau information. No man for his oppor-
tupities ever acquired in this city SO honora'
BILE position for learning and research.
He was at one time very intimate with the
late JouS N. DANIEL, who was attached 10
him by his highly creditable literary attain
ments. Mr.. WYESB, by the results OF nls
iabors and studies, furnished very me eN'
ample for the emulation Of the young ana
ambitious. They behold in bis rise, WITH
very moderate opportunities, hlsh lhcen'
tive TO industry and perseverance. 1hey see
that learning and distinction are not exclu'
sively the property Of those who are iortu'
maize enough to be able to pass through the
colleges. These trumphs are within the
reach of all young men of energy and pre-
per plide and ambition.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1875-02-25
virginia, the Virginia Legislature,
and the Southern Pacific Railroad.
RICHMOND, +
= II II.


Editors of The Dispatch:
l have been snxously looking for you to
enter the arena for discussion of this great
and important subject, expecting you to
stand forth the champion of Virginia and
Virginia's capital, Richmond. Can you be
fully aware of what is going on!
So far; in all discussions, private CONVEX
sations, and editorials on this subject, we
have yet to hear or see the first man to stand
boldly and squarely up to advocate the
claims of Virginia or her citizens to Gov
eminent aid in prosecution and completion
Of our public improvements. Can it be that
already champagne, oysters, and cigars, so
literally and freely accepted and lavishly
provided by some Of these Southern Pacific
railroad men or their agents have beclouded
and captured the faculties and intellects of
our legislators, and even offered strong at
fractions to our congressional legislators?
Do they forget that time and agaid Vir.
einia has begged and is even begging now, Of
Congress portion only OF what they propose
to give to this gigantic, and, l may say to US,
dangerous foreign corporation! What the
result thus far has been we all know-nothing.
And vet these men come here from other
States, representing not our but their own
peculiar interests, and ask our representa-
tiyes to help on their schemes and to put
money into their pockets to the injury OF our
own people. True enough, some of our rail-
road men, or railroad presidents, do feel q
mighty interest in this Southern Pacific; but
why? Because this or that little stem OF our
railroads might become part Of this Southern
Pacific, and thereby enhance and put up
the stock. But with what results to
the citizens, should any one of our railroads
become consolidated into this grand cont.
mental railway, would our merchants or our
farmers be benefited thereby; would they
be relieved of the excessive freight charges
now exacted from them on the plea thai
through.freigbts do not pay, but that the To-
cal freights must make the earnings! oni
great works Of internal Improvement arI