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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

At the special election in Prince William
county, last week, E. Il. Meredith was elected
Commonwealth Attorney vice the late Mr..
Larkin. At the corporation election at Ma
nassas the Temperance ticket trumphed by a
majority Of over two-thirds. The following
Councilman We're elected: B D Merchant, G.
W. Hixon, c. l.. Hynson, G. &. Round, &
Trimmer, r. c. Weir and w. B. Klnchcloe
The Council will elect the Mayor and other Of
GERS at their first meeting.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

1t has been. discovered that Dutch Helm.
rich, the notorious villain of New York, was
brother-inlsw to Harvey, the man who has
brought the charges against Mr.. Kerr. We
do not know that this relationship will iuvali-
date Hsrney's evidence, but birds of a feather
will flock together, aud the present indications
are that the investigation now iu progress will
prove that Harvey disregards the obligations OF
the Ninth Commandment with the same pro
fuseness that his brother in law did those of
the Eighth.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

The receipts Of Flour have fallen off since last
report, and though there is no chang in prices,
The market is frmcr and there is b3tter feel
ing existing Wheat continues firm, with light
receipts and prices active 1T l4S.l5O for fair to
choice Corn is dull and dropping, with sales
OF 1888 bushels at Sc for white, and 81. IS for
mixed. Wool is dull and unsettled, and prices
range shade below quotations.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

The Senate having decided that it has juris-
diction in the Belkuap impeachment matter,
the opinion is expressed that the trail will be
postponed until November next, when the
Senate will reassemble for the special purpose.
1t would never do-fcr the Rldicals-ior all
the scandatous developments that have been
made ABOUT this affair to be discussed pending
presidential election.
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later. !

RICHMOND, Va, May 3l.-The convention
met at ten O'Clock this morning. The theatre,
in which it is held, is beautifully decorated.
Gen. Bagwell, of Accomac, who was choseu
temporary chairman, made temperate and
admirable speech. The committee on perua
neDt organization reported j. l.. Marye, Presi
dent and Gen. w. H. F. Lee, Of Fairfax, as
one of the Vice Presidents. The convention
then adjourned till four o clock this afternoon.
There was much confusion occasionally, buI
nothing unpleasant. The President made
fine speech. The convention was also address.
ed by Hon. Ohm Goode, cx Mayor Kelley, and
Others.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31
CANAL COMMERCE..

Arrived Boats 4 l. FURY, to Appleman' :
brick yard; e E Porter, Bradburn, l. Long.
Il ) Wintr,n CHAM, K Il Miller. Fl Delifeld, ;
) Howison and NJ M Lewis, to American Coal
Company.
Departed: Boats J II Stickney, w J Boothe,
jr, T l. Belts, j Swift, N Scally and Caledo-
Ms, for Gus: erland.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

William Z. Dodge, of the firm of Phelps,
Dodge & Co., when examined by the sub. Com
mittee Of the Congressional Committee on the
Judiciary, testified to settling with the Gov.
ernment for s250, 900. to which we're added
$2l,000 for expenses. He never bad any
doubt but that General Butler had share of
the money paid by their firm. He regarded
Seoator Conkling as the counsel for Jayne,
Lafin, and others, 10 this matter. The firm
was given to understand that if they did not
settle with the Government 81, 100000 worth
of their goods would be seized.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31
Al,RIV ED.

AHE1 Eli.
Steamer Lady Of the Lake, Norfolk, to + A
Reed.
Steamer John w Thompson, lower Potomac,
To + A Reed.
nchr w Bunnell, New York, to American
Coal Go.
Schr Hattie V Kelsey, Providence, to Amer.
can Coal Go.
Schrs Carrie and VIM M Wilson, for Wash.
lngton.
Schrs II 2 Ravens, A Denike and NJ L Fem
erck, for Georgetown
Schr Lilly, Georgetown, to Hooe.
SAILED.
Steamer Jane Moseley, Norfolk, by F A
Reed.
Schr j Payne, Georgetown. by w A Smoot.
Schrs q s Marts, Adella Corson, Rhoda
Holmes Caroline Kienzle and Emeie + Bird
sail from Georgetown.
Schr 5 W Bunnell, Jersey City, by Aneri-
can Coal Go.
Schr Susan Ellen, Norfolk, by 3 Hooe
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31
STILL LATER.

RICHMOND May 3l-5 p. NAT the after
noou session OF the convention Messrs. Nea!e
of Alexandria, and Peyton. Of Loudoun, were
chosen delegates to the St. Louis copyeption
from the Eighth district, aud Col. Holiday, of
Winchester. .one OF the delegates FROM the
State at large.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31
COMMISSIONERS OFFICE

y Alexandria, Nay 10th, ls-6
o James Green. plaintiff and The Mount Yer
non Man utactur:ng Company, John w. Green
and Anna Green, his wife, defendants.
You are hereby notified that Iav. Ii Led upon
the 9th DAY " JUNE 1876, ut 10 o'clock =.
III. rs he time, and my Office, in tie Fairfax
| street wing Of the .harket House in the ci.y of
Alexandra. Vs., as the place, when and where
VIII proceed to Scertaln and report upon the
blowing matters, viz:
lst. Inc am unit Of the claim OF said james
Green against the Mount Vernon Manufacture
ing Company.
I'd. The interest Of the Mount Vernon Manu-
featuring Company IN n certain lot Of ground III
said city, situated at the northwest intersections
of Washington and Pendieton streets, and pur-
chase from John W. Green.
81. The Interest of the said company IN the
property situated IN the southeast corner OF
WashiT gtOu and PendletUn Streets in said city.
! known rs the Mount Vernon Cotton Factory.
At. The liens on the said pieces of property,
with their respective priorlties.
Required to be asccrtsned and reported upon
iy tho decree of tn" Corporation Court for the
cat. aforesaid, rendered on the 9Th day OF May
1876 III Il SUIT III chnncery depending in sa'i
Court III which you arc parties, plslnt!ils Aud
defendants, ut which time ard place you arc re-
qui- ed to attend
Given under NY hand, rs Commissioner in
Chancely of the said Court, tho day and year
atorrs,o GEUk6 4 A. NJ USuBhCH
my ~ W4W Comm sSlolrr.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

BAD SLEEPING CE.--While the South
ern bound train 90 tue Richmond and Danvillc
Railroad was nearing Reidsvilc last Sunday,
winding around curve 10 the road the engi-
neer spled the form Of man lying on the track
few rods ahead but as he speed was TOO
great to stop in time, SOUNDED the whistle
The man, who was apparently asleep, did not
awake, and in an Instant the engine and train
of cars had passed over the body. As soon as
the train was stopped it backed to the scene OF
the mishap, aud the hands discovered the body
to be that Of young negro mau who lived in
Reidsvie. The loss of one leg aud one arm
was the result of his afternoon nap. He was
taken up (what there was Of him. and carried
to town Danuile Nc,rS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

3EUNS, CAPS, WADS, &c.-Just opened al
" IS King street, Alexandria, Va, corner OF
Royal, an assortment OF English Twist Shot
Guns, of good quality, and NJ very low prices; ;
also Breech Loader, with all the fixtures,
shells, &C., Musket Caps Gun Wads,. Flasks,
Pouches, Belts, SC, to which we invite atten-
ton.
SEP - IT. CREIGHTON s. SON.
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LEGBL NOTICES.

OFFICE,
~ Alexandria, Va, May Goth, 1876
To Daniel w Griffith, plaintiff, and Kinscy
Griffith, Daniel Mcleod Griffith, Henry Clay
Griffith Charles Griffith and Morton Marye
guardian I'D Item If Charles Griffith, sn IN
FAINT, defendants.
You are hereby notified that have fixed upon
the 4th DAY OF JUNE, 1876, AZ 10 o'clock =
H., as the time. and my office, in the Fairfax
street wing of the Market House, in the city of
Alexandaia Va, MS the place. when and where
| will proceed to ascertain and report upon the
following matters, viz:
lst What estate of Knsey Griffith, deceased.
there was 1T the death OF his widow Mary Ann
Griffith, and what there now is for distribution.
3D. What rents and profits have been collected
and by whom since the death of Mary Ann Grit-
fifth.
3D. Who are the distributes of said estate
and in what proportions, and whether or not =
division in kind can be msie thereof
4th When Edward and Greenbury Griffith
died, At what ages they died, and whether teSl.,e
or intestste.
5th What liens there are upon said estate, Il
any, and what debts il Any, it may be li!bIetor.
9Th Ally other pertinent matters which Ary
party may require.
Required to be ascertainrd and reported upon
| by the decree of the Corporation Court fo- the
! city aforesaid, rendered on the Sth day Of Msy
| 1876, in suit in chancery depending IN SAID
Court, in which you are PARTIES, plaintiffs and
| defendants, Ii which time and place You are re-
CURED to attend.
Given under my hand, as Commissioner il.
| Charccry Of said Court, the day sld year lr..
| afor, sui l. GEORGE 4 MUSuBACH
| my z2-H4W Commissioner
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

A CORRESPONDENT writing about the late
Council in Virginia says there were 226 dele
gates present, being the largest Council ever
held in the diocese. The committee of ar
rapgements had provided for nearly 300, but
many who expected to come were not present.
Very special thanks were given this commit
tee; for they gave cheerfully large amount
of their time and attention towards making
their guests comfortable, as did also the rector
and vestry of St. Paul's church, where the
Council met. We can assure the many dele
gates who were present, they left pleasant mem
cries behind them, and there was only one
expression of opinion, ave were sorry to part
with them. "-Southern Chuchnldn.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31
Assistant Bishops.

The matter of an assistant bishop for the
diocese of Virginia took the bishop of the
diocese as much by surprise, as it did other
members of the Council. But as it was
brought forward by one Of the oldest members
of the Council, and by one who is in favor of
division Of the diocese, it is not to be con,
strucd as an attempt to stave off the latter
question. We feel satisfied there is no differ
ence of opinion as to the Council giving its
consent next year to West Virginia becoming
a separate diocese, provided the counties Of
Jefferson and Berkeley are not .forced away
from the old diocese. And We arc just as
certain that if the large maj GRITTY Of the aymcn
south of the James river want to separate and
form new diocese, that permission will be
granted them. In this latter case, however
all may rest assured it will not be granted if it
be the desire Of tho clergy only. During the
coming year, therefore, the laity Of the coun
ties south of the James must consider the
matter; they must move; it must appear to
be their earnest desire to form diocese OF
their own. If this is evident, we are confident
there will be no serious objection, much as
some of the clergy and laity dislike to see a
ACKNOWLEDGMENT Of the old diocese. What may
be the mctes and bounds of any new diocese
it is impossible to say. But the bishop and
Council will arrange this if, as we said, the
hity wish for new diocesc.-Souttcrn
Oh urchnIan.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31
COMMUNICATED.

CLEoN MooRE.-In the Gsz.tte of Monday
last there was an article taken from the Wash
ington Chronicle, 10 which there are some
errors: Cleop Moore is remembered by somc
persons here, who could not remember him if
he died 10 the year 1908. H. lived for many
years after date, as the records Of the late
Orphans Court, of which be Was clerk, will
show. So lSOS is, perhaps, a Typographical
error. If hs was nvalidcd for Wounds at
Brandywlue, lit, it was not for the whole
war, as he was present at the battle OF Eutaw
Springs, September S;h, ISL. j.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

A correspondent Of the Baltimore American,
writing irom Cumberland, says: "A replica
ton to the answer of the Consolidation Coal
Company is now being prepared by Attorney
sci in the case will make their arguments The
answer of the Consolidation Coal Company to
the petition OF the American Coal Company
has been fled and testimony is being taken ln
the case in behalf of the American Coal Com
pany, which will be concluded in few days.
Great interest il manifested 10 the approach
ing trial on account of the important interests
depending on the result.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31
Irregular Correspondence.

RICHMOND, Va, May 29.-Ihe Aqua Greek
steamer was crowded with passengers en- route
to the Convention, aud centennial breakfast
was served up by Captain Warren that Won all
hearts, for a mans heart lies ever in his
stomach feed him well said Madame DcVigne,
and mans a tame animal; his hunger satlated,
heis 8 noble savage, bearabe TO the fair sex, and
not as Cross as two sticks; aud that puts me IN
mind to say that the Alexandra delegation IT
conservatives, headed by the Father OF his
country" started off to rule the destiny Of the
State The trip down the river was agreeably
diversified by the immortal George 81 glns
hymns, followed by another George, aud also
another Chap. in hymus and prayers, the rest OF
the passengers utteriug the responses; aud unhcr
these benign Influences the voyage was safely
mad. The hotels present the appearance OF
the opening day Of the legislature. The EX-
change is crowded, aud it is a real pleasure to
witness the reunion of oil friends, as their
hands meet 10 cordial clasp, and !hrir checks
flush with the memories Of the old days spent
in each Others company. Alexandria Is we'll
represented. Neaie, Mason, Simpson, and
Washington represent tn" village of "lndepcnd-
cut radicalism." All three oil the Lees are here,
the brothers, Runey and Robert, ADD the genial
Fitz; Bagwell, Of Accomac; Harris, Walker,
Terry and Cabel of Congress Cockerilie,
of Fairfax; Meredith and Judge Siuclair,
of Prince William, and host of others. Gov.
Walker is spoken Of as being one Of the dele
gates at large, and W. Fl F. Lee is being put
prominently forward by his friends as chairman
of the Convention.
There are many politicians here from the
North ADD West, working hard in the interest
of their various candidates; and they al report
that the action Of Virginia is watched with ab
sorbing interest in the West. 1t is impossible
to arrive at any definite conclusion o! the state
of feeling OF the Delegation now here. AS lar
as can learn the majority are in favor OF the
ST. IL uis delegates going unplcdged
[ uASSEUR
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31
NEW PAPER HANGlNGS
INTERIOR DECORATIONS


fOk 1876.
New and Beautiful Gold, oliver, Mica, En-
bosscd, Plain, FrescO, Marble and Wood llhl-
Lations. :,
New styles o! Paper llsngings And Fr"sc"
I,nitsti0ns for ceilings and si1e Walls OF p''"t'
houses, public hal!s and cEurchts, se!cclcI Will
vrest caro- from the best manufacturers
My experience for many years Ia lhls hls h'''
enables me to give satisfaction ana sc.! low.
JOHN Il. CLARKE,
un1o 40. l5o hlng street
I,LOTuS. CASSIMERES nnd VESTlHb>
" TUESDAY, May q, 1876.
We have just received from NJ" "fh ''I
most comulrt. assortment OF the HooVe ha'i''!
goods ever offered by Us, ard we propose /" sen
suits or larts of sults, cut and made 10 orH'',
and perfect lit guura'tecd. O"e 81 tne o'.'
Cutters in the city has his shop IA our ou'o'"7'
and is prepared " execute his WORN ~"
pronptncss and dispatch.
h. F. BRASHEAk,
n B Hoomes. No. 100 King street,
my3 A!exahof'"'
ToBAccos IN STORE
~ boxes genuine B. +. Grayeley'S'
5O boxes OF. Twist DanViiie. , Ill,
rs boxes do, stock lo14, prime Dah''i'c'
30 boxes Oh. do r;n.
40 boxes ii inch Plug Rich. and DanTI"+,
Pancake, Pocket Pieces Pig TAI, N" W':,.
Bright, Black Navy and other bran 's; '"'
low to the trade. JOH a. e hnD,
feb II ~ hlhe -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

10 the Presbyterian General Assembly, 10
session in Brooklyn, N. Y, yesterday, an over
ture from the trustees of Lincoln University
Was approved, recommending greater care iu
the admission OF young colored men to that TO-
sirutiou.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

At the meetinS of the stockholders Of the
Valley Railroad in Stauntou, yesterday, the Di
rectoTs we're empowered to lease the road, to
anybody who would take it, for not less than
twenty thousand dollars year and half OF the
net earnings, aud uutil they can make such a
contract they are authorized to accept $4,000
per month.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

SUICIDE IN RICHMOND About II o'clock
this afternoon MIR. John Anthony, who resides
on Broad street, between Fourth and Fifth,
committed suicide by hanging himself. 1t ap
pears that Mrs. Anthony, his wife, went down
town about II O. clock and left message for
him TO do some trifliug work on the premises,
and when she came back and found that it had
not been done she started up to his room to
look for him, and upon reaching the head Of
the stairs found him haueiug TO the banlsters.
Her screams attracted the attention Of the
nci shborS who repaired TO the scene, and found
the body cod aud liecss in the position above
described. Deceased has recently been released
from the Iunatc asylum, bur has not been con
silcrcd man of sound mind iy his friends.
He was machinist, and for Many years FIRE
man for "C' steamer, Of the Richmond Fire
Department His friends say the want Of en-
pigment led him to commit The rash act. The
Corooer will probably hold an iuqncS' this
evening. Ne'0s Of yesterday erening.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

NOTICE NOTICE,
! have received my Spring supply OF LAND.
ktTH'S GARDEN SEED 1T low figures. Call
and examine w. +. CkEIGH TON,
MI q SIS King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31
The state CONSERVATIVES convention.

Especial Cor of alexandria Gazette.
RICnMoND, Tuesday Evening, May 29-Ihe
clans ares assembling, and the Convention
which meets tomorrow will be one OF the
largest ever held here.
The best feeling prevails among the de''-
gates, and there seems to be but one sentiment
unity and harmony for the sake Of the cause
There are OF course, as usual, any number OF
aspirans for appointments as delegates, cleo
tors, &c, but this contest is conducted IN the
most friendly spirit. Gov. Walker, Gen. Terry
Col. Cabcll. Hon. j. I. Harris, Gen. W. d..
L. Lee, Gen, Early, Gen. Filz. Lee, Gen. Ma,
hone, Judge Thomas, Gen. Echols, with Hon.
j. L. Marye, Hon. I. s. Bocock, and host OF
other distinguished gentlemen are here either
as delegates or lockers Oh.
A meeting of the Executive Committee was
held this evening, at which it Was determined
that the Convention should meet at 10 clock
to morrow, and that Gen. Z. r. Bagwcll should
be called to preside temporarily. The vote tor
temporary chairman on the committee was,
Bagwel 9, and Marye 5, aud Gen. Echols 3.
The INDIVIDUAL preference for President. OF a
majority of the delegates, is for Bayald, bui
there will be no public expression, although II
such were TO be, it is not doubted that Han
cock would be the choice. Hendricks. Davis
and Tilden each have numerous friends. Gov.
Walker, Col. +. w. Nj. Holiday, Hon. j. /.
Harris, Hon. Wm. Terry, Hon. Il. NJ. L.
Hunter and others are spoken of as delegates
at large to St. Louis.
Gen. Ruuey Lee is spoken of as permanent
president of the Convention. =.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

ROMIDE OF LITHIA, Carboic Acid OF
ID various qualities, Saicylic Acid, Sui phc
Curbolato OF Soda, Monobromsted Campbor,
Bromide Ammonium and various other Chemi-
Gals, just received and for sale by
nv E. 5 LEADBEATER IL BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1876-05-31

A TTENTION, FAMILY IRA DE.-lhe
~ Sugar war is still ragihg % bb!s OF am
rnuniton just received. supply yourselves now
before it il too late. Samples and prices in show
window. GEO McHURNEY u son,
nv % lGG and ITO King street.
Arizona weekly miner., 1876-11-17

we have been asked to publish the vote for County Treasurer, the fact is wa c,,.,, ,,., It to publish. Those who have bronoh, ., SnaS u,ms 1T rom me various precincts have con. ineu themselves 10 the Delegate and Sherif, .o the exclusion of all other offices. and inc H1nuiua'es Tor Treasurer know no more aoout IL than they did before election. excent ted. '''' NooA ID eiec-
 A choice stock of fresh candies at the VA. RIETY STORE.
 Several of Miller Brothers teams are in town to-day unloading at Bashford & Co.'S. Campbell's, Buffum's and Ellis, beside odd packages scattered all over town.
 On Sunday evening we accompanied Par. son Wright on one of his marrying excur. sions two or three miles into the country. on, lost in the darkness, wandered about amono the rocks and brush above Clearwaters' plact for some time but finally came out at the right spot, witnessed the ceremony and re. turned by the same conveyance that took ne out, viz, watched our chances and walked The marriage will be found duly recorded in ls proper place in this issue of the MINER Being unacquainted with the parties We shall not take the liberty of speaking too famili. arly of them, but venture the remark, and dare any one to dispute it, that the bride is really handsome.
 ELBOW DIsLocATED.-C. c. Charlton came to town on Saturday to have his elbow treated which was dislocatsd the day before by being thrown from horse in Jordan Wash near Williamson Valley.
 Choice bacon at H.y. Cram's VARIETY STORE.
 C.C. Bean has had restless night or two with his shot knee, which he charges to a change in the weather. The ball is now easily located. and can be fel, with the finger, on the under side of the leg
 Tip Wilder went home yesterday with a wagon load of grub to hole up like the bears until Spring.