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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

MARYLAND, Lord Baltimore and Monu-
IVI mental brands Of Sugar curod Hams. cHn-
vassed also choice brands OF uncsnvnssod Hams,
Sugsr.curod Breasts Ivory small and Sugar
cured Shoulders for sElu by
aug S w. a. JOB MON & co.
GMOEING TOBACC0-Wo have just ro
- ceived Tho following choice brands. which
wearc offering ut worry low figures: Crock Slave
Cupid's Delight, Hucl. Ego, Bob White and
Westward Ho.
aug ~ GED. McHU nm ~ Il SON.
ENAMEhEp SAUCE RhMS AND HET-
~ Tiles, SUMMEE FURNACES. Nc at
IS King st-.,Jlst received another suppl 8 OF tho
above goods, which We Aro selling *: less !hsn
our former low pric07.
aug II j. II. CREIGHTON & son.
GTODDARUH LIGHTNING TYHE UP
~ SETTER, superior to all othors; will last y
life tmo without repairs. Blacksnihs arc in
vited to call and examine, st Is King ST., cnfnc:
Of Royal,
sepG j. IT, CREIGHTON s. SON
DATENT STEEL BARB FENCE WIRE.
L Tho cheapest and best article for toncing.
Farmers should call and examine it, For sale BY
JAS. +. CARLlN 81 SONS,
Manufacturers Agents.
aug3 e.; King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

ruLApELru1A, Sept. 9.-Cattlo--ases 250C;
good bs54t; medium 4ls5c; common 53sl. Sheep
fairly active; sales 900, good to prime 4!a4$ci
medium l,A1c; common 3a34c. Hogs arkel
fair; aalea $780, good to primo SGa1tt; common
D1aGc.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09
sUNasssSss 7sESesaeTS.

ROAHDlNG-rersoas desiring a hosith;
~ and pleasant mountain home inr thu sum
mcr can be u accommodated within walking DIS
lance Of the White Pot, whcrn thera .lo
churches Snd pos.utlico Ahdre3a r. ) III,
White Post, Clarke county, w.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

la AN ELEGANT STocK OF SPRING AND
Summer Boots end Shoes for gcn.omnn's wear
s.. WADDEY's. ITO King ST., Aicxs Va. zap 8
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09
EALL AND WINTER OPENING.

an EXTENSIVE LINE OF LADIES.
GENTS, MISSES. BOYS and INFANTS
MEKINO UNDERWEAR.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

Dry GooDs must be sold very cheap.
I'larkets, all pure wool, pure white only, $3.50;
Black Cashmere, pure wool, very wide, soc !;
excellent Black Alpaca, 25o; Black Tamiso !;
White Blankets, So bcachcd table linen, soc;
Shaw!s Cassimcrcs, for boys wear. SOC; im-
mcusn assortment of ChIdrcn's Stockings +;
L:dy's real English Stockings, woven seams.
25c; excellent Bed Ticking, 25o Canton fan
nGl, very cheap; Rcd, Blue, White and Grey
Wool Flannel !; beautiful dress goods, lja.
Silks Silks Silks tho largest assortment Of
black and coiored silks Black Silk IS, ST, 100
rs, $50, 175 and 200. CARRIERS,
aGpt wifi III Market Space.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

NEW YORK September 9.-SLocks firm
Money . Gold l0u!. Flour dull. Wheat
moderately active aud lower. earn quiet and
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

l. Ants, Reaches Rcd Bugs, &c; also GUNS
Of tho latest and best kind can DO found ut
sn24 w. i. CkEIGHTON'S
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

KNOCKED DowN.-At last Wednesdays
auction sale in Baltimore largo lots Of goods
were sacrificed, such es Black Silks, Velyets,
Satins, Crashes for ToHies, Blankets. &c.
Among the lucky buyers WAS Isaac Eichbcrg,
who succeeded 10 getting several bargains
knocked down to him. The good arc hero and
ready for examination. Il call all VIC ask. 81.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

ARRIVAL OF r. PoRTNER, ESQ .-Robt. Port
ner, esq, proprietor of the we'll known brew
cry in this city, and president OF several pop
uar enterprises, arrived home from Europe on
Saturday evening. lie was met at tho Bati-
moro and Potomac Depot 10 Washington, by
tho Directors Of the German Bank, tho Ship
Y ard and German Building Association, with
all of which companies he is connected. After
hearty haudshakings all around, the party ad.
journcd to Wikening's New York House,
whern the health of MIR. PcrtDer was drunk 10
sparkling wine and fow minutes spent 10
social greetings. The party then took special
GER for this city. kindly furnished by MIR. Sharp.
agent Of tho Baltimore and Potomac road in
Washington. and were brought to the st. Asaph
street front of Mr. Portuer's brewery, where
he was welcomed by the employees, who. with
miniature cannon fired salute. The Wash.
iueton street front was gsiIy decorated with tho
flags of all nations, overgreens and toWers.
The gentlcmon of tho escort then retired, but
assembled again after dark to witness fine
display Of fireworks which had been gotten up
10y MIR. Portner's employees. A bonfire was
also built in Washington street. All OF those
present at night were Hospitality entertained.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09
a complete assortment of Hosiery.

Hid Gloves, Handkerchief and Corsets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

TIE OPENING OF TIE SCHOOLS. ALI of the
public schools ADD numbAr Of tho private
ones of this city opcnod tiIi4 nornlog, aud tho
streets were crowded at an car y hour with
merry children, laden JoEn with hooks, and
looking blooming AMI fresh after their two
months holiday. The pubic schools arc all
full, and it is understood thai Gl;ss Of Inc Others
are doing well. Several Of tho private schools
do not open Tor wcrk or two yet. At the
close Of the School Board Office, on Saturday
evening, cighiy.two permits had been granted
to colorel boys and ono hundred and t~HntS-
thrco TO colorea girls.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09
local SsENEIsSe&.

Col. N. ID. Ball has written for bis wife al d
chltrec, Hho are bow in Warrenton, to join
him in Alaska, and they will leave for Silks at
an early day.
Niuc!y car loads CT stock passed through
here on Saturday night, bound North, via the
Midland road. The stock trade on this read
just ooW is verg heavg.
Ii babies couii talk, they would often express
their thaUks to their Lursej, fer relieving them
OF pain aud sutfoiiHg, hy the Use of Dr.. Bulls
Baby Syrup.
GILES EMINENT loD1DE OF AMMONIA
cures Neuralgia. Face Ache, Rheumatism,
Gout, Frosted Feet, Chibains, Soro Throat
Erysipelas, Bruises, and wcuUds Of every ma
turc in man or animal. Tho remarkable cures
this remedy has effected classes it as one of tho
most important and valuable remedies ever
discovered for the cure aud relief Of pain.
Giles Linment lodide Of Ammonia is a sure
euro for acuo in the breast, aud removes all
swellings and hard Jumps.
4 NURSING MOTHER.
Sold By i. S. Loadbeatcr & Bro. Send for
pamphlet. DR.. Giles, l20 West Broadway, N.
Y. Trial size % cents.
Some Of tho greatest rascatles Of tho world
arc achieved by the uso CT impure and poison
GUS materials in articles of current use. 1t has
been the noble aim of the manufacturers Of
DOoLEY'S YEAST POWDER to make al abso-
lutcy purc article, which should be boon to
every household. Little more than half the
usual quantity, end makes the most delicious
bread aud pastry.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

sa5-AN UNDESIABLE TRUTH on doserv c
10 sul]er. and If you lead miserable, unsaLis-
factory lifo in this beautiful world, it is entiry
your own fault and there is only one excuse for
you,-your unreasonable prejudice and skepti.
cignl, which has killed thousands. Personal
knowledge and common sonso reasoning will
soon show you that Green's August Flower will
cure you of Liver Complaint, or Dyspepsia,
with al its miserable offects, such as sick head
ache, pal pitation of tho heart, sour stomach,
habiLuhl costivonoss, dizziness oftho head, nor
vous prostration, low spirits, Sc. lis saios now
roach every town on tho Woatsrn Continent and
not u Druggist but will tell you Of its wonderful
cures. You can buy Sample Bottle for l0cenLs
Three doses will relieve you.
Eas- Is YOU WANT A FIRST Class BOoT Oh
Shoe, Of the finest material, beat workmanship
and perfect it, 20 TO WADDErs. No. 10 King
street. app
IsD>EoYs' SUoEs
EoYs' SEoEsl
largest and chnsDcat stock in the city.
myGl ". Is. WADDgT, 10 King FL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

N +. BRASHEAH
H. Is showing special purchases, just rAin
in New York and Philsdelph is, in
DRAP DEE1 K CASHMEKE,
AND BONJOUR rAMi5N.
THO ladlos arc invited to call and sen thon. [ail
VALENTINES MEAT JUICE, Valon~
Y tines Meat Juice and Glycerino; nlss
Tronncrs Extract Malt Malt snd Iron, Malt
and Quinno, &c, Vogetino, uilcs' l.inmont7,
Lsctopeptine &C., just received.
aug g. :. LEADBEATER s. BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

NOTICE-ONE CENT BOTTLE OF
~ pEKFEUTED BUTTER Color will
answer for fifty pounds oi Butter. For sails ~
". +. CREIGHTON,
an II So EinG street!
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

IMAM EI.ED and kUBBER DUCK
d CLOTH, for carriages and wagons also
Patent Leather, for dash co3e!s. A large stock
for salo by JAS. +. CAELIN & SONS,
aug 10 g., King atreet
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

Oh SACKS OF CHOICE RIO COFFEE
~ just received Also old Government
9ava, AlAracaibn and l.NGusyrs for sale. roast
ell and green. by
aug w. A. JOHNSON i co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

DIARKuEA MIXTURE and ESSENCE
- OF JAMAICA GINGER. both Of our
own make; very superior and valuable moGl-
cinos at this season.
sup2 +. =. LEADBEATEr & BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

Nnn KEGS OF NAILS, Boat Spikes
IOOo and Horse Shoes in stare and lu7
sale IL lowest market ra.oa.
Jhs. +. CAKLlN & SONS,
nun 10 az |; inc strrct.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

EKpRISE MANUFACTURING
IL COMPGNY'S GOODE-CoGoe Mills
Flu.ine Machines and HI rs. Potts Cold Handle
Double Pointed Smoothing Irons, for sale by
JAS. +. ChkLIN Is SONS,
aug tj3 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

VERILL READY MINED PAINTS,
n beloved to BIO the best mixed paint ever
otared. 4 largo supply just received by
s1yG b. s. LEADBEATER y BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

WE KEEP largo stock If WINDOW
w GLASS, running from 6Yo 81 :3x5f in;
also PUTTY, POINTS, &c
PEAKE E MALLS,
feb 2G Corner King and Columbus SIS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09


Largest and chnsDest stock in the city.
my II ~. Is. WADDGT, JIG King 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

zephyr Worsted, Germantown Wool, Ice
WOOL and Knitting Yarns.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

AJAX HUBS and OAK SPOkE H-A fine
~ stock Just received, To which wo invite tho
attention Of whco!Tfghts and othars.
j. +. CARLlN Il SONS,
aug 10 G:} King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

kas- JUST RECEIFED.--A FINE
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

RuAing. '
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

PHEASANT ROOMS. with BOARD and
Terrn, LONE 3aai COMFORT, at No 100 Duke ST. ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

YELLOW FEVER SUFFERERs.-Tbe Metro.
politan police force of Washington, D. c.,
gro making extensive arrangements for Civ.
ing an excursion for the benefit of the yellow
fever sufferers 10 the South. They have
elected nine officers as the committee. viz:
&. D. keuner, chairman; Sergeant e. Pierce,
treasurer; Officer Z. Lombard, secretary. and
Sergt. Muholand. Privates Loanc, Marks
Block, Mcnamara, and Hutchinson. The
steamer Jane Mcscley has been chartered for
the occasion, and will leave Sixth street wharf,
Washington, at A. NJ, on Tuesday, the l7th
instant. tcuohiug at Alexandria at $3.50 "A. NJ,
and at George WashiDgton's birthplace on Il, the
way down, aud going as far as Bluff Point, Va.
Thirteen pieces of the United States Marine
Baud have been engaged. Officers II. Il.
Marks and Hutchinson will act respectively as
ballet master and floor manager. y suitable
number of tickets are to be sold at oue dollar
each, children below eight years of ago free.
The committee will have exclusive. charge Of
the excursion. Arrangements have been made
with Mr. Bodine to seIve meals on the boat OF
fifty cents each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

inc latest styles of Dress Shirts, Collars, Cults
aid Nec1wesr,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

=, nhV Goods added to stock as they appear II
THO market.
lhn1 ~ III anhN0 % Kino at
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

4 MYSTERIOUS CAsE.-Tha ii1d!Gg CT tie
drowned body Of WIN. Il. Minis, aud lis subSe,
uuept buris!, together with The prccecGIues Of
the ooroners irduest up to the tiuc OF gong
to press, we're mentioned in Saturday "a.
zatte. The jury met again On Saturday ugl q
but owing to the inability Of YIN. Taylor, an
important witness, to atteud, and other clrcum'
stances, the jury adjouroed uutil last night, at
the MAYORS Office. Upon reasaembliug theie
the evidence OF hieSsfs. VIM. Taylor, S!ssor,
Wri. Laycock, Louis Brill, ir., and JOHN
Heath was taken, but no new facts Of impor-
lance wero elected. Mr.. Taylor testified that
ho left tho steamer With Minis, but was lntoxl-
Gated, and remembered nothing until next
morning. Mr.. Sisson swore be heard no cries
of murder as had been reported. Mr.. Laycock
sworc that be saw Minis on the boat but was
too drunk to remember where he went. MIR.
Brill testified that Minis left the restaurant an
hour before Mr.. Taylor. Daniel Washington,
colored, testified that Mr.. Taylor was not the
man whom he saw with Minis on Lee
street. Another witness testified that no
saw Minis leave the corner OF King and
Union streets after eight o'clock on Wed.
nesday night and 20 down Union street, and
that he (Nims) was very drunk. |! was tur'
ther reported that Minis lost SGT at q gambling
house in Washington on "Wednesday afternoon.
It was asserted that Mrs. Hail and another old
lady, living near where Minis vest was found,
heard cries for hc!r, apparently proceeding.
from tho river on tho same night. Both ct
these parties bcing sick, their evidence could
not be obtained. The jury decided, at
late hour, to adjourn until next Saturday night,
in order to got more evidence.
The case is very mysterious one, and many
persors arc Of the opinion that there has been
foul NAV
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

AID FOR THE SUFFERERS Tho collections
for the benefit of the yellow fever sufferers still
continue 10 this city.
MIR. L. Ruben received receipt to day for
his second remittance. and is still prepared to
receive contributions
A collection was taken up 10 St. Paul's
church yesterday morning for the afflicted PEG.
pie, which realized the sum ofsixty odd dollars
which has been turned over to Mayor Kemper.
The Mayor has also received $50 from the
Woodlawn Agricultural Society for tho same
worthy object.
The Hebrew Benevolent Association, at a
meeting held last evening" appropriated $25
ter the Same purpose.
Mr.. Lewis Mckenzie has forwarded q case
of wine to Memphis tor the sick people.
The tickets for tho dramatic entertainment
on Wednesday night are now on sale at various
prominent points, As the object is 80 laudable
one (tbe relief of tho distressed Southcrners),
and the ente,t sinmept will DO first class, it is
confidently expected that the ball will be filled
to ovslaowing
The contribution boxes placed at various
points are being well patronized, and will, in all
probability, gather 10 large amount.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

A LLAN'S ANT1.FAT, tho CREST remedy
n. for corpulence, alsn aids digestion and
cures Dyspepsia, for sale by
oro % e S IEADBENTER & BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

IIARD RUBBER CUPS. in tin cases very
IL convenient for travellers; also GRADlI-
ATED MEDlCINH GLASS rs for sale by
aug G Il. $. IEADREATER & RIO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

ISAAC WENGEH'S FAMILY and othor
i choice brands OF EXTRA FLOuE always
on hand and for sAlo BY
suoS W. A. JOHNSON & co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

CHOICE OLD GOVERNMENT JAVA.
~ MAKACAIRO, LAG UAiEA and RIO
COFFEES rccayod to-day by
wal j. e. MIG4BUkN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

DRIME LEMONS received to-day by
ii j. G. MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

CORPORATION CoyRr-Jmlgc Il. AZ Love
prcsitlmg:-Yeatman vs. Lloyd; ia ohanctry;;
affidavit filed aGd decree for rule.
Dudley W.. Mccoy ct ais; in chnncer}; docTcc
for resale Of property.
Credit VS.. Colo ct els; in chsne*r>; decree
for resale OF property.
Montague vs. Montague; III chNHc.l,; decree
of reference
Boudcn VS. Boulder; in chancary; proof Of
publication filed and cause Gockctca.
Hallvs. Brown; in chalcery; dcposiiloaa filed.
Marshall ct ais W. Taylor ct nls; III chanccrg;
report Of commissioners q sale filed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

CAIL BORDEN'S EAG LIZ BRAND AND
VI SWISS CONDENSED II Liz for sale by
sur 10 GEO. McBURNEY Il SON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-09-09

Col. NJ. d. Ball has written for bis wife al d
chiltrec, Hho are poE in Warrenon, to join
him in Alaska, and they will leave for Silka at
an early Gav
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1878-05-17
THE NEWS.

Senator ]. Donald Cameron, of Pennsyl-
vania, and Miss Elizabeth B. Sherman,
daughter of Charles T. Sherman, of Ohio,
were married at Cleveland, Ohio, last Thurs
day.
Henry Barlage, convicted in Baltimore
of murder in the second degree, for killing
his brother, John I'll. Barlage, was sentenced
to Is years in the penitentiary, last Satur-
day.
Last Saturday evening, the steamer
Mary Washington, in going up the Kappa
hammock river, Va, struck a snag and short.
ly afterwards sank at the wharf at Freder-
icksburg.
Prof. Joseph Henry, of the-Smithsonian
Institution, one of the most distinguished
scientific men this country has produced,
died at Washington, on Monday, in the Slst
year Of his age.
The police of Baltimore, one night last
week caught q man named Andrew Lint,
who had been frightening people in the
northeastern section of the city by playing
ghost. Lint had to give bail to answer to
the charge of disturbing the peace.
Last Saturday afternoon, while Emperor
William, of Germany, was out driving in
Berlin, with the Grand Duchess of Baden,
two shots were fired into his carriage, from
the sidewalk, without effect. The assassin,
a tinsmith named Hoedel ran, and being
pursued by the crowd fired three shots at
them and threw his revolver away before he
was captured. A man LINED Kruger was
also arrested for attempting to protect Hoe
del from the crowd. Hoedel stated tn he
attempted to commit suicide, and shot at
himself once, but could not account for the
other chambers Of his revolver being empty
He declared that he was an anarchist, the en-
envy of all political parties, the present con-
dilion of society and public institutions.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1878-05-17
Oak Hal, May 18th, 1878.
Letter From Washington.

The President has recently appointed two ladies on
The board of visitors to the Insane Asylum at St. Ez-
abeth, near this city. This is departure, but
while many boot, the elegant and polished superin.
terdent Dr. Goddngs cordially Endorses the President
and always gives the ladies a hearty wecome for while
he neither courts shuns Investigation the fair
have every opportunity for the most prying inspection
they may wish to make. Knowing them BOTH we are
ready to assert that neither will srk duty. By the
way, one of the apponees is well known to many of
the good people of Hartford county--Mrs. Amelia Row.
land-who once resided in Maryland, and is most kind
ly remembered by many friends there still. For some
years past the Asylum has suffered from mputations
which now are rapidly pang before the wise regime
ably dispensed by Dr. Goddng, and with all sinceri-
ty assert that the Asylum has the right for the
great charity noby dispensed by the U. s. Govern
ment.
brilliant reception was held at Wizards Hotel to-
night by Mrs More artist OF celebrity here Vocal
and instrumental music with recitation and
ton, filled up the hours, and all felt compensated for
a critical examination of Mrs. Mores paintings was
made by Judge McKenna, who unmeasured in his
praise OF her capability to reproduce life canvas
Many distinguished persons were present and Kellogg
enjoyed intensely the whole affair." if facial radiance
is indicative of the inner man. INEz
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1878-05-17
The Pay Of u. s. COnsulS.

To the Editor Of The A.gis:
SIR: In your issue of the 10th instant, in refer
ring TO the appointment of Mr.. Packard to the
Liverpool consulshp you editorially say:
! president Hayes to the great surprise ofevery
| one, on Monday nominated pretended Cover
nor Packard, of Louisiana, formerly of Maine,
to be United States Consul General at Liverpool,
with salary of So, 600, and pckings amounting
to four times as much"
My object is simply to correct your statement
about the "pickings' of that consulate, and
consulates generally.
Since 1856 all the important consulates have
been salaried, the fees of office being accounted
| for to the Government of the United States rs
public monies. The tariff of fees prescribed by
the President, which, at the request of the De-
partment of State, revised in 1864. limits the
| unofficial fees to mere bagatelle; and in many
cases those allowed by the government for unof
fetal services do not pay for the labor required.
| Previous to the act of 1856 the Liverpool con
sulate was very valuable appointment; and
during the occupancy Of Mr.. Nathaniel Haw
| thorne yielded that gentleman 3 very large in
come which was bestowed upon him by his
friend President Pierce because of his needs
The same consulate to-day, In pecunlary point,
is really not worth having for no one occupying
the position he should in that great commercial
metropolis, can live upon the salary. He must
have avice-consul, whose salary is paid out of
his own; and The government does not provide
sufficient clerks to do the necessary work of the
Office Inc extra ones are q burden upon the
consul.
1t will require the services of one person in the
Liverpool consulate to hear the complaints Of
seamen. The average number of invoices per
day III that consulate is about ninety. Invoice
are made in tripiicate; and the cunsuPs certit-
cate each has to be filled up with the official
numbers thereon of the invoice and fee, recorded
in the invoice and fee ledgers and filed. To do
this work properly will require three good
clerks. The other work of the consulate is
equal to that mentioned, for which the govern
ment does not provide sufficient clerks.
The English and French consulates, socially
viewed, are very desirable appointments to men
able to bear the expense of taking proper social
position. But there is not consulate in the
gift of the President pecuniarily worth having.
Our consuls abroad are more meanly paid than
those ofany other government that maintains
regular consular representation. And every one
whose familiarity with our consuls abroad for
the past twenty years enables them to utter cor
rectly-formed opinions, will bear me out in the
statement that we have been as intellgently
represented in Europe as any other nation. Dc.
casionally incompetent men have gotten places
but the great body of our consuls abroad have
done more real, solid, beneficial official work for
less pay than any other class of government en-
ployes.
remain, very truly, yours,
A. NJ. HANCOCK.
OAK Hal, May 18th, 1878.