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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-17
STEAMERS, RAILROADS, &C.
ORANGE AND ALEXANDRIA RAILROAD

&A~S~N~~>'~
M M - -
On and after FRIDAY, the 18th instant, Il
daily passen ger train will run between Washing
ton and Lynchburg, connecting at Gordonsville
with Va Central Railroad trains fer Richmond,
Stanton and the Virginia Springs; at Lynch
burg, without detention, for all the Southwest,
and at Washington for North and West.
i Leave Washington daily at 6.25 a. m, and
Alexandria at : Is a. M: arriving at Lynchburg
ut % D. H., connecting with the Virginia and
Tennessee train leaving Lynchburg at $50 pm.
Leave Lynchburg at 7.1Oa M, arrive at Alex
andria at AS p. III and at Washington at GU
p. m. ...
This road is attractive not only for ita com
Portable Accommodations, but FOR the fact that it
passes the now historic localities of Fairfax, Bull
Run, Manassas, Bristoc, Cntletts, Rappahan-
mock, Culpeper, Orange and Gordonsvllle,
places of imperishAble interest in the' popular
mind
Through tickets to al points south and south
west may be had in Boston, New York, Phla-
delphia and Baltimore and at the offices of the
road in Washington and Alexandria.
J. NJ. BROADUS,
10 13-tf 81. General Ticket \ gent.
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amount for premiums paid than il any Com
pany IN the world. ,,..
are ANNUALLY DIVIDED amongst the a..
suteu. oo;,,od 81 NV o+sca NJ :;
Prince ST. 6. l. THOMAS, Agent
i os: ia ~ NAh' v" Med;csI Exsmjner
TIpp .ND lire INSURANCE
The undersigned has been appointed 'scp
Cha f,u,,r;n,, con,non;.s yiz
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-17

\ MISTAKE IN A BARRIERS SHOP
laughable mistake occurred in a BALTIMORE bar
ber' shop on Thursday. Two gentlemen hung
up their coats and sat down to be shaved at
about the same time Cne Of them for whom
the operation was completed first arose, and by
mistake donncd the other ones coat, in the
pocket of which was wallet containing 50, 500.
Off he walked, but policeman soon overlook
him. When the charge against him was ex-
planned he became greatly alarmed about the
safety Of his own coat in the pocket OF which
was the sum of $1,000 Explanations followed,
coats were exchanged, and each found his
money safe
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-17
NEW RIVER LIN E.
OLD LINE, VIA CANAL

sT"sa Regular sailing days, every
zii { - "WEDNESDAY and SATURDAY
and Pier II, Alexandria, Va, connecting with
the Orange & Alexandria Railroad at Ale1an-
dria and with the Metropolitan Steamship Line
at New York for Boston. ....
Bills Lading signed through 10 Boston direct.
Freight taken at lowest rates. and forwarded to
For Freight apply to
NJ ELDRIDGE s. CO.,
No.4, S. Wharves Alexandria, Va.
JAMES HAND,
104, Wall street, New York.
JOHN B. DAVIDSON,
IS, Water street, Georgetown, y. g.
OFF
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1866-09-17
ALEXANDRIA.

MONDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER II.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
DIED.

PEAKE. This morning, after a short illrss7 of
typhoid fever. in the 42d ear OF her age, LUCRE-
TIA, beloved wife of Jsmes T. Peake.
The friends and acquaintance of the family are
respectfully invited to attend her funeral on Mon
day evening, at 4 O'Clock, rom the residence, No.
537 9TH street east, between and G..
When the Holy Angels meet us
ASH go - join their band,
Shall we know the friends that greet us
In the glorious Spirit Land
Shall we see the same eyer shining
On us in the days of yore;
Shall we feel their dear arms twining
Fondly round Hs "a before?
baltimore Sun and Norfolk papers please copy
RENSHAW. In New York, April -, 1856, JAS.
RENSHAW, aged SIS years.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

G. B. BAYLEY Il Co., No. 27S Penna. avenue,
between 18th and 18th streets, would inform
Their friends and the public generally that they
are daily receiving from New York and Phil
adelphia fine assortment OF ladies, gentle
mems, misses and children Boots, Shoes,
Caters and Slippers. made up in the latest and
most fashionable style. We warrant our
goods and sell at fair profit for cash. A call
does not oblige you TO purchase.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
GALE OF SPADES, sHOVELs, &C.
10y GREEN 4 WILLIAMS. AuetiOneers.

AUCTION SALE OF VALUABLE BUILDING
LET'S fronting on 5th street west, between y
and P streets north; also, Lots fronting on o
street north, between New Jersey avenue and
On Tuesday, the sith instant, at 6 o'clock ,.
m ON the premises, shall sell Los 40, Al, 81 and
fb street have Is feet front each by 100 feet deep TO
no and q, feet alleys. Lots fronting o street
to so feet alley, making very desirable Building
Lots.
secured by . deed Of trust on the premises. Ali
convey ancfng and revenue stamps at the cost Of
apls'd tInt) GREEN 4 WILLIAMS, Aucts.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

CoRNs, BUNIeNs, Club and Inverted Nails,
Enlarged Joints, CallOsities, Vascular Excres-
cencPs, and other disorders of the feet, sue
cessfully treated without pain, by DIR. White,
Surgeon Chropodist, Rooms No. 42i Pennsyl-
vania avenue. between AZ and 9Th streets. Of
flee hours from a. m. to p. m, and 10 g p.
m
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

DYSPEPSIA DESTROYS THE TEETH-UnIess
lis effects are counteracted by that pure vege-
table tonic and antiscptic, SO-odoat. No bodily
disease can impair them If this autidote to all
corrosive elements that act upon the enamel is
regularly applied.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

THE LADIES SODA SALOON.-We invite spe-
cial attention 10 this new and well fitted es-
adjustment at the corner 18th street and Penn
sylyania avenue where all can secure at short
noIice that superior ''JUljaR Soda with genuine
Fruit and Cream SyrUps.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

CALIFORNIA STONE SETTs, Rings, Chains,
Pins. Stone Combs, let Combs. Long Guard
ChaInS-id styles of Buttons, Studs, Buckles,
Lockers for only one dollar at Prigg's Dollar
Jewelry Store, No. ABS Pa ave, third door
from = street.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

COTGHs.-The administration of Medicinal
preparations III the form of a loZenge Is of all
modes the most eligible and convenient, more
especially As regards a cough remedy. s'Br0Jya' s
bronchial Trocies," or Cough LoZcnges. allay
irritation which induces coughing, giving in
slant relief in Bronchitis, HOarseness, Influen-
"a, and Consumptiye and Asthmatic COM
plants.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

GARReTTING.-Yestrrda Officers Walker
and Halves, OF the "a Ward, arrested John w.
Scott and Henry Gallon, soldiers, for CARROT
ling and robbiDg Alfred H. Palmer of about
so, on the 10th inst. The parties Were taken
before Justice Bates, who committed both TO
Jail for court. The money was not recovered
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

STRkSGH, But TRUH-That corns, bunions.
bad mails, etc, can be removed without pain.
To be convinced call at DR.. Whites Rooms,
424 Penn. ay., between AZ and 9th streets.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

CEDAR CAMPHOR should be packed away
with Furs and WOolens to avoid injury by
Moths. Sold by druggists everywhere. Har-
ris ~ Chapman, Boston.
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CHA1LIe BRHCHr,

o. 1eeessor Z. Avg. yea,sea os.,-
WINE nxR0HAHT, yH0LK6ALl AID r.
TAIL GROCER, end dealer In SUTLER3' SUP.
tsSsta WashiaGSSa 8. q. Nn-SeJ
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

OUR FRIEND HENNING, corner eth street and
Maryland avenue, has fine assortment of
Gents half hose, comprising the best English
super stOuts, Isle thread, &c; at prices rang
ing from 20 cents TO IS cents per pair. s,i
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

HENNING, corner eth street and Maryland
avenue. has few more left OF those bows
suits which he is selling at $50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
CENTER MARKEr To-DAY.-Beef, best cut:

CENTER MARKET To-DAY.-Beef, best cuts,
per To- Pc next 15a2Uc. Salt Beet, I5a2Uc.; DRIED
Beet, 3Ua35c. Veal, 25e. Mutton, chops, 25c.
Lamb, 25c.; Lard, 2pc.; Pork fresh, 2Oc.; cOrned,
25e; Bacon hams, cut,25c.; sliced, 35c. breasts,
pc; shoulders, 10 Butter. 5oa6oc.; Spring
Chickens, pair, SD Chickens, plir, s2a,?e-5J.
Ducks, pair, s1.75. Nfgs, per dozen, 25c. Green
Com, per can, 4Oc: Apples, per peck, 15asl;
dried, 75c. Leeks, BIZ, SC. TurnIps, peck, 50a
g. cts. Potatoes, Irish, per peck, 5Oc Sweet, 81.
Peaches, dried. per quart % cts. Beans, but
ter sc: white 1Oal2c. dried cherries, o., Acc.
Radishes, per bunch, l2c. Beets, per peck, soc.
Parsnips, PIX, soc. Onions, fOc. per PIX; bunch
onions Sc; Carrots, soc. Fish-Shad, per pair, IS
a6Jc Herring per beh., 20c.; Rock, large, each,
S1 small. bunch, Csc; Pike, sc. bh; Perch, 2Oc.;
MackereI, sc. each. kale. 40c. peck; Spin
mach, zoe. peck. Rye, per bushel, 9Oc.aSl
Corn Meal, SlaSI.1O. Shipstuff, 6OaSUc. Brown
stuff SOC Shorts 35c. Corn, shelled, S1asl 10; in
ear, bbI. S5aS6. Oats, bushel, 65a7Oc. Hay, per
cwt.. S1aS125. Straw, SOc.aSI. Glover HAY,
CSC aSI 25. Small Ducks, IS pr. Small Birds,
perth. 5Oa15Oc. Wild Pigeons, pair, 78c. Can
vas-back Ducks, per pr, -. Widgeous, 81.
Celery, pr bunch, IOc. krout, per quart, I5c.
Geese, t-5OaS25O. Turkeys, S2as3.50. EenisOn,
fresh, per H., 30c. Cabbage, per head, 10a3Oc.
CranheTries per quart, 2Oa3Oc. Homrny, quart,
ICc- Lettuce, 10c. Rhubarb, 20c. Honey, per
Ii, 5Oa6Oc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

LOOKOUT FOR A GoODTIME.-The "Eyenin Q
Star Socials," who never fail 10 carry out in
the most thorough manner anything they I'M
dertake. have arranged for grand moonlight
excursion TO Glymont Oh Monday, May 14th.
Two safe and commodiOus steamers have been
chartered, and ample arrangements have been
made to secure the comfort and pleas ure OF all
who attend.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
CITY ITEMS.

BEAUTIFUL, INDEED-Those suits al S25 NJ
HennIng's, corner eth street and Maryland
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
,JY d. L. WELLS a Co., AuctiOneers.

We will sell, at public suction. on the premises,
on SATURDAY, April 2lst, At 81 o'clock D m
Lot - in Square 52S, fronting q feet inches 81
street west, between II and 1, aud running back s.
stable.
Terms cash. Sc required down when the PROP
erty rs Knocked of. st mps and convey sRoing &C
purchaser & cost.
apls-4t ID. L. WELLS 4 co, Auots. y
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

uELMBoLDy FLUID EXTRACT BUCHU n
ROSS propsrtass, andtnnsliats att sStsSa
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

by JAS. q. MCGUIRE & CO., Auctioneers.
ATTRACTIVE SALE OF THREE VERY DE.
sIRhBLE BUILDING LOTS.
O'Clock p. m, on the premises, we shall sell Lot
No Is, in reservation IL fronting 81 feet on nsrth
ming back leo feet to an alley. This properly il
situated opposite Trinity Church, and adjOins
On "WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, April Is, at
So'cioek; Oh the premises. Lot No. s, in Square
18th and 10th streets west, and running back I42
feet inches to SO-feet aleT, opposite the Corco
Immediately after the :.boye sale, Let IA, in
Square 2lS, iroRttsg 50 feet on north street,
back l42 feet inches to S9fee, alley near Frank
Terms of SALE One fifth cash; the residue in l., .,
3, and years, with interest, secured by deed Of
trust on the property. A deposit Ell Sl00 will be
OF sale are complied with wthia enc week after
day OF sale the property win be resold al the risk
weei s notice in the National inteilisencer. Title
perfect. Sale without reserve. All oonyeyancing
sp IId&ds JAS. g. MCGUIRE CO., Aucts.
re- THE ABOVE SALE, advertised ia take
place Tuesday, l7th, is Postponed tin TUESDAY,
18th Anil at So O'Clock. and the sale for Mednes
18th kpr SS oOOos SstS in oonsea Of the
sp isedts JAS g MCGUIRE & CO., Auctr..
GALE OF SPADES, sHoyELs, &c.
Ca,st Quar,ern1aster,s once, Dspot of Wash,nrtou,,
WdShingt0R, ID. C., April l9, 1856. (
Will be sold az auction. under the direction Of
Captain D. G.. Thomas, military storekeeser at
clothing depot, Armory Square, this city, on MON
DAY, May IA, 1856, at 10 o o'clock q. m,
IL 900 Spades, new;
,5,toc short handled and 500 long handled shoy.
els, new; and
&c Sibley Tents, worn.
These spades and shovels are from the best man.
ufacturers and many of them are in original pack
ages.
Tents will be sold singly; spades and shoveIs in
lots Of twelve, with the privilege of twelve Dozen
Five days allowed purchasers to remove their
goods.
Terms: Cash, in Government funds.
ID. III. RUCKER.
Brevet Major Gen. and Chief Qusrternaster,
ap 20 20td Depot of Washington
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
A. MCGUIRE q CO., AuctiOneers.

DESIRABLE BUILDING LOTS IN THE FIRST
WARD. ON 18th STREET, BETWEEN
NORTH AND l. SITS
On THURSDAY AFTERNOON, April IS at S
O'Clock on the premises, shall sell original Lets
Nos 20 q and - in Square No. S. each fronting
feet inches on 10th street west, between north X
and streets, and running back: Let 20, l04 feet;
south - feet; all 10 wide alley If required, each
lot will be divided into building lets Of % feet
IL inches each.
Terms: 0ne-fourth cash; the balance in I, 2 and
3 years, with secured notes, bearing interest. A
deposit of SEQ will be required on each lot at time
of sale. All conyeyancing and stamps at purchas-
er's cost.
ap I9-d&ds sc. MCGUIRE & Co, Aucts.
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RY THOMAS BOWLING, Auct.; Georgetow1

VERY DESIRABLE COUNTRY RESIDENCE
AZ D MhkkET GAkDENo On THE HEIGHTS
On MONDAY AFTERNOON. April So st four
O'Clock, viii sell, on the premises, all Of ia at
valuable property now occupied by Diedrich HE
and north of and sd JOINING the residence OF Rich ID
teen (l3) acres and is in high state of cuIri-
walton, 1t has a good dwelling house. large barn
ana stables, carriage house, smoke house and all
necessary outsuildines. There are three excellent
SPRINGS OF water en- lhe place, and pdmp of wa
ter at the doer; ard of the fineIt Jews of the
Potomac rive- to be found in the District
This property offers a rare chance for invest
ment. It would suit for private residence or
could be divided INTO building lets
Terms: One helfcash; balance in 8, 6 and months.
with interest, secured by q deed of trust on the
property. Conyeyancirg and stamps at the cost
OF the purchaser. Title perfect.
ap z0-d THOS. BOWLING, Auct
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

RY III. X. WALSH 4 CO., AuctiOneers
- No. 2e1 Penna. ave, corner lath street.
STOCK OF LIQUORS. FURNITURE. GOOD
WILL AND LEASE, WITH Bah AND RES
TAURANT COOKING ARRANGENENTs
BATHING ROOM. GAS FINTURES AND
ALL IbE IMPROVEMENTS OF HE EURO
PEAN HOTEL, CORNERIITH STREET AND
Penn. AVENUE. At AUCTION.
On MONDAY MORNING, A pril Is, at 10 o'clock
We Will sell, without reserve, for cash, the Good
will and Unexpirsd Lease Of the above Hotel,
together with all the Improvement
Also,
mr. stock of Bottled Liquors, in Whisky, Bran
dy, Hook and other Wines, Seesrs. 4c
Also.
Barrels Gin, Whisky, Brandy, Rum, Wines, &c.
Also.
The Furniture, comprising Tables, Chairs Mirror,
Fire Proof Safe, Desks. Pictures, Glass Ware
Steve, and Jenny Lind Table.
Also.
One Musical Clock, in good order, to be sold for
account ard risk of former purchaser.
ing Of sale.
splS4t NJ. K WALSH CO Aucts
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EG II. b. CLARK, AuctioEeer,
~ 392 Pa. Rv., sdjoining Metropolitan Hotel

Sale THIS EVENING Of 100 dozen Table Out
lery, Silyerplsted Casters, Spoons, aud Forks 20
Gold and Silver Watches for Ladies and Gents, in
Is carat gold cases; Gold Chains, &c, TO be sold
without reserve 20 pay advs ces
n. BAH goods Warranted 70 be as represented
sp IL ct II. II. CLARK. Auct
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
COVENANT SALE OF THE MILITARY
VI RAILROAD AT BRAZoS SANTI-
AGO TEXAS
Xf,EaT.eTm aSter Gensral's otsee.


nh ...o.. =, hdShihgioH, ID. e., April 10, Iss5.f
The attention Of capitalists seeking a prohtabIs
Investment Is invited 20 this sale.
the S be reGeysS at the ONCE
RsISosd OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES p,yislon OF klyer snd
until the 1sT DAY OF JUNE next, at IL o o'clock
iere1t 81 tbe HS 81 al the rg1t title ana in
states Military Railroad from Brszos Santiago 20
The sale will include the entire track, and ST.
Slngs: buildings, water stations: turn ia bles,
pertaining to the road, together with the roll
ing stock, cars, machinery, and other equip
The sale will not include the title to the land,
which does not belong 70 the United states.
tends from Brszos Santiago 10 whites Rancho,
Is made by steamer with Brownsville and Mats-
This route is the shor test and best for the inn
mense trafte between the Gulf Of Mexico aud the
Interior OF Southern Texas sns Northern Mexico,
and the oomn p, by rail alone can readily
The road already completed saves thirty miles Of
yiTsr nav SRo ,orsaous nsVigsnon bosts on the
brosnsslIie as high as SIS per BARREL and for pas
The rosd is i've feet gauge good ties, 7 rail. and
be obtained al this ofoe' or at that Of tSe 6Ssf
Qusrtermaster Military Division Of the Gulf, az
A condition eff the sale viii be that transpOrta-
ton shall be furnished for all Goyersment troops
By Government at the time 70 the New York Cen
trail railroad
oonsidersd the most f:yOrsbis @ the Governnsot.
Ten per cent. cash, in Government funds, 70 BE-
paid on acceptance Of proposal.
TSe Government reserves the right 70 reject any
or all proposals.
Proposals should be endorsed, Proposals fer
purchase Of Brazos Santiago and RIO Grsude Rail-
read and addressed 90 the Division OF River and
Rail Trsnsportation, Qusrtermaster Generals or
fee. Washington, ID. g.
By order of the Quartermaster GeReral.
ALEXANDIR BLISS,
Breyet Colonel and A. Q. M. in charge Fourth
ARGK SALE OF G0yERSMKNr PROP
IL ERTY.
viii be sold at Eewberp, North Carolina, large
amount of ordnance and Ordnance Stores. Sale to
commence the 18th day of May, 1855 at 10 o'clock
a m. and continue daily until all the PROPERTY,
the principal classes Of which are given below, are
sold
Saddles, Hslters. Brides, Blankets. Wheels, Old
Iron Lead. Smiths, Armorers, and saddiers' Teols
OLD Leather, Sling Carts, Gins Complete, Infsntry
Iouipments Implements Tor Field and Sief 0uns
and other articles TOO nsm:roSs % msnt,sn.
nisked u pom application 10 this Office
By order g Ms5or Genera A. B. Dyer, Chief Of
sp Is-tmyh Brew. Capt. Ord. Dept, u.ssi.
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The motion was agreed 10.

BAIL FOR CoURT.-Detective NJ. Tucker, of
the Treasury Department, yesterday obtained
information which led him TO arrest John
Beatie, Chas. Forbis, Daniel Hagerty, and
Nicholas Huinn, and turn them over to officer
Mills, OF the Second Ward, on charge offraud
The parties between them had possession of
eight cancelled drafts amounting in the ag-
gregate to about S1,20O, which drafts belong to
the Treasury. How they got out has not been
explained. Quinn says he found them in a
pocket book at the city post Office, and the
others obtained those they had from him. The
case was heard before Justice Clayton, VINO
dismissed all the parties except Quinn, who
was held to bail for Conrt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
LOCAL NEWS.
ADJUSTMENTS, &C. TONIGHT

GEovEE s--Murdoch as s.Hamlet'' to night
an announcement which will no doubt, fill the
theatre.
CANTEEEURY-Iast night of the attractive
programme OF the past week. Change u pro-
gramme on Monday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
by JAMES Q. MCGUIRE Co.. AuotiOnosr..

SALE or QUARRY TOOLS. STONE WAGONS,
HOUSES, SHEDS, ETC.
On MONDAY MORNING. April 2sd. common
eng al III O'Clock. We shall sell, st the Quarry on
Rock Creek, Just above Lyon 8 Mills
A full set of Quarry Tools
Eight Stone Wagons
About go perches OF first quality Blue Paving
Stone
One large Frame Shanty and Stable
One PontOon Bridge, built to order etc.
Blacksmith's shop, fully equipped
ALSO.
The Right and Privilege to Wsrk the best Quarry
apis JAS @ MCGUIRE q Co, Auo,r.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
RY GREEN q WILLIAMS, Auctioneers
II No. 52b, corner eth and ID streets

HoCSEEH9Lp FURNITURE on NEW YORK
WEST. AT PUBLIC AUCTION.
On NEDNEsDA1. the 25th inst at 10 o clock a
m, We shall sell at house No. 363 the folio Sinp
Mahogany II air cloth Sofa, Chairs, Rockers
Marble-top Center Table, Whatnot
Mating. Dressing Bureaus
Cottage Bedsteads, Wardrobes. Washstanis
Mattresses, Window Shades, OIL Cloths
Cooking Stoves, Crockery. &C
A lot of Kitchen Requisites
apo GREEN WILLIAMS aucts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

EIRE-At 2sSO O'clock this morning, an alarm
Of FIRE was sounded from box IL, caused by the
burning of three small frame houses on LIST
street east, between II and north, The losses
are Michael Haloney and Michael Conner S5U0
each. No Insurance. Daniel Shea, 81 800 In
sured for Sl,2oO The firemen were promptly
OF the ground but their efforts were unsuc-
cessful. the buildings being entirely DESTROYED
y lie police were performing their duty in the
picions that Daniel Shea set fire 20 his own
property being whispered around, he was ar
rested by Ofiicer Brosnan, of the 9TH precinct,
and taken before Justice Walter, who, alter
investigating the case, dismissed him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21
~ No. 500 corner eth and ID streat,

FALUhBBE INPKUN ED PROPERTY ON 7TH
STREET, OPPOSITE PARK HOTEL
On RiDAf, the 27tn instant, at 8 O'Clock D m ID,
We shall sell. on the premises, Lot No 80 i'm Jesse
b. Hsw subdivision of Mount Pleasant having
nearly new two-stOry Frame, twenty eight feet
front Also, fine adjoining Lot, running throu Oh
to sth street.
Terms: One-th cash; balancein and 10 months
secured 10y deed of trust on the premises All
converancing and revenue stamps at the cost of the
purchaser. $50 down when sold ~ ~
ap god GREEN Il WILLIAMS Aucts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

BOARD or TRADE QUARTERLY MEETING
Last night the Board Of Trade met at their
room, corner of Pennsylvania avenue and 9th
street, 1t being the evening for the regular quar-
ttry meeting.
ing no OH GERS present except the Treasurer,
the meeting was called to order by F. Mcclure,
Esq, and 5. Norment, Esq, was called to the
Chair, and Mr. N Sardo appointed Secretary
pro TEN.
Mr.. Polkinhorn moved that the Secretary be
requested 10 notify each member of the Board
of the time and place of all regular meetings Of
the Board
Upon this motion several members took &C.
caSIon TO allude TO the apparent lack of inter-
est of merchants in the meetings OF the Board
OF about two hundred members but few were
present, and but one Of the officers, the Treas
urPr.
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HANDSOME BUILDING lot, FRONTING ON
SECOND STREET EAST, BETWEEN EAST
PUBLIC AUCTION m
On thursday. the 18th inst at 6 o clock I. m.
Square Ne. =, having p feet 81 inches front Nv
depth. " 'Hd
Terms: One half cash; balance in six and tusIva
months, secured by deed Of trust on the premisss
Al convey anclng and revenue stamps at the cost
81 purchaser. $40 down when sold
ap D-d GREEN & WILLIAMS Aucts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1866-04-21

TEE COLoRED CATHOLIC BENEVOLENT So
CIEPY.-This society, which participated IN TIE
celebration on Thursday last, and which was
inadvertently omitted in our account OF the
procession, was organized in 1912, and tncor-
poTated IN 1864 Its present membership Is
forty-nine men The society on Thursday took
position at the head of the line OF the First
Ward, and carried large American flag. sur
mounted with a wreath Of flowers and cross,
the emblem OF the society.