davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1867-12-17
AnvERTIsING RATES.
q Professional cards Of lines or less one yea

q 'N41NNhbhfAA N-' ~ ~ '-''-
1880.
Advertisements must have the number Of IN
scrLions marked on tho copy, or they will be
kept in "till forbidden, and charged accord
ingly.
All casual ortransient advertisements must
30 paid for in advance, to insure their inser'
Ion.
Yearly advertisements to be paid for half
searly in advance.
short notices Of deaths win be inserted free
Of charge. Obituary notices and tributes. OF
respect will be charged half the advertising
-aa4. MARRIAGE polices Inserted gratis.
e, Ileaded editorial notices will be charged "
Gonts line, and half price for subsequent IN
scrtions.
Religious notices and short advertisements
for benevolent associations, inserted gratis
Calls upon gentlemen to become candidates
will he charged Mt advertiSisg rates.
Three dollars viii invarishlybe charged for
announcing candidates for County Offices, and
Teu do!iars for announcing candidates FOR State
aud United States Offices.
The insertion OF pcrsnuRl cards will be LEFT
~ the optinn Of the editor. lat when inserted
will be charged double price.
AifdaYits will not be msde TO orders OF
publication NJ other legal advertisements IN
Till they are paid Tor
There viii be no deviation from the above
terns. .as
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1867-12-17
A nEgPRnATR vl6vER.

Anessrayiaiing dove s,ary Is tqla b
the Mount Rolly AivSf as foloEHs q
A. cdttnid follpw, lj1ing afsw uilss.
ro@.here cuurte5.ag gal,rNo,hiag strange.
about that H' wsa!ali the gal to 60 L,
The parsons RAb1dhih, soiiithatl boLh
squl9bf ustsn onto cshsacoplin't soc t.
so AatIyseiusadci Horisdr lho) art crl5
.rrsuadlcn, natil iltgngot tired, and then
thrantened ito prosecute her for .btSgsh q
Of prOIniso.' ThO.dSsr ouegiold tho boz-s 4
asperdtod soitthat be capA prpsee@
whH,his suing --she pouldlmssl hln,-- ,
HACams 10 lown, and conaulied an ul-s
torneSg batieis apPposed TINT the lssal
gentleman did not give sufficient pnG0urs,
agomcu', as that pOrgOfit was ahandoais
ei.rB5s4lI6l 4 spsog !, is
This loss'sdoken swain then retpsrcd,
20 blalaiY live, and agaip began his
lmPotiunIiios, Wheu bsreSsiyod a difsut
md 'mphstc relaSal, couobeain crsghsFs
sharp words. Ha dFormad her, ifS che,
wopsh'nat inakbshIm.happy. Jgjoillag,
ssr fahiwiIh biasilhsl 'he wpcid shoot
hinsslE and fhasislpfie of the smprlsi,
ouil that was sbuldaninsisadiofa plsa4l
sase ohims sheIold him 10. .,gogiHislhei
soOnorithe bstcr7ssbeididO,t ;cars q Ret
lie askol her for the gun, erdasha
br1ughtil., He won, odl, behind tlis
hoase; lhers ,Sas a bang. somelhina
lroppdd, md all was sileaD Bot, slsa
Tor his calculations. tho intercollegiate
didq't yell murder didn't spOOp, dida'L
do foyftips s5at hElI.ha appearances o.
backiog down has sai Y8sa.liae
Her brother told her shoa bad baIIes
go out and ascertain ths extent Of the
damage. She solllbim TO go himself =,
.,Hs woubln'tlaud she &Oullh'tJ aAdi,ths
lover after playing poSsuu lOT about
fifteen minutes, picked bimsoll uRl,Rpd
as he9stahci GvE hoaq was heafl "
humble; 60 % thuodsri 5lbVre, n as
good fish in the 500 N',wqs ever eupghs
out ofitlml ~ rs,syy. !, ,lsr j. M,
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1867-12-17

Tho credit lbot is goI by q liO only
lasta till Abe truth comes out,
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1867-12-17
NUMBER S2 j. j
THE OLDEST CITY.

Damascus is tho Oldest city in the
watld Tyre and Sdon hAye cEumbiad
N6n the shore; Baalbocfsa ruiz; spalmyi
li@ buried 10 tho A6ldsof lhs DESERT
Ninevob andl lflshyloR hive disappeared
iFOul the ahotessot Tho Tigtls and Est
hphralOs. Damascus romaips whsl L
VISA bOfors the days Of Abraham "a con- 2
TO Of uadl and lraxsl 40 isle Of ysr-
duFo iu ltsetI, "a prsdOslIaad capital"
with marital and sacred associations OK.
tending beyond thlrty centuries. n. 49,
ltwas near Damascus thai Saul Of
Tanus saw the light Of heaven, above
W brlsh,pess Of The spo; .tha street.
which is called strait, 10 which 4 ls said
beeprayetb,f Mit runs through the ciIA 2
the piIssau oones AMI goes Ag Il dig
Oat thousand ssss ago; thste q ssss
tho shiehi The ass, aud tho watsfwhSolh +
the msrchaut otIAo EdphrRtos end the
Mediterranean still occupy. those with
the multitude OF thar wailera,'.s The
oiY which MahOmmsd surveyed from ae,c
noighboriug hight and, was alTald. 70 an,
lOr, because iIisSiycn 10 uislAo have oa
but Que parali'si and f& his part was
resolved not to hayAit 10 lhla world, L a
isto this day what JaIiau callad the n
Eye Of the East as II was il tho ime,
ofTaAiah .ltha, bead ofsyra. r
From Damascus came our dsmsop.
oUrbluO plums, and Che dalcous ppfi.
cot Of Portugal, called damasko; damask
our boauiiCul fabric cellOn and silkawiih y
vines and llewos raissd uponIa smooth, "
bright groOurg dAmpss rose lqiroduaad
Into England in the time Of Henry VIII 4
tho Damascus blade, SO iamods tbe ReHd
oyar fut its keen odgeiapa lSHsikAhc d
elasticity, Tho aeertt Of Ihg manufacluro e
oi~hlsh vas lost when Timorlane CAR +
rled OFF Ihs arlisti 10 psnioT and that 4
.bOautifal arr ofiuleying wool and steel
EiIh,rilvotani geld "a kind IF mosaic ia.i
engraving and sculpture uuitsdt ;called b
dimask ns-Milhiwhlphbo epd bu-
rCaus, and sworl1 aadsune Areo orpa- 4,
msnled. lii son ,os lSaasy saas,sV
sNllis sdlla oily Of flowers urA' blgbs J.
gatsrsiliie stfaamlslSoms Lebanon the
rivers Of Dama!cts,stpp ttiYqrsel gnld, Il !,
slilllnArnias md sppkls iiflhe ylldsfs
aasgpf
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1867-12-17

Az arSumonl in favor Of UnlistinS 70 :
malo soIdicrs may bo dohySd from The
.cntanoc Of Montague, that 'hjn are
generally moro e'all Of women lban
women are Of men, 'i '''nG s''ei
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1867-12-17

II your sweetheart writes you 40 In
suIdng letter throw It on tho door and
put a stamp on IT, 70 batrn lsJI
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1867-12-17

'H lNiuoA e1anOrttdl Vnbtula3Vy y
W. % opsgipg grave foe y Q remogAl o.
a body 10 tAe cemetery q, ,giaghep, S9eq.
osbRoksAskes was found "a SBs., esllio,
They hay AA9lS llHsai9g v, iSs StTfsse
w YSt'1NsM npnu lnalll1 la go.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1867-12-17

Josh lBilliags Sayg ltiS easy sapG tc
set ralisl0pabqttqlApld W. EAps BoiH-.
ers.a Csllori a toa4grIPiiN bss5aI'gs ss5aI s,dln than
t1Oll '-yssf a'AAH iRgeAl faa eGiip9
closhea. s,t,..i.g
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21
EXCURSIONS RAILS &c

GRAND COMPL1MENTARY BALL
VI TO MIR. JACOB TRIPLER,
81 TIE FIkEMEN AND CITIZENS OF
ALEXANDRIA,
OK WEDN ESDAI EVG. NEXT, AUG q
AT THE ASSEMBLY ROOMS.
Cooks Quadrille Band has been engaged for
the occasion. Tickets, one dollar.
COMMIT. Il OF ARRANG EMENTS.
FIREMEN.
Friendship Co VIM. Underwood, b. +.
Penn, John Powell.
Sun tc--Geo. S Smith, Isaac Shinn and JAS
Smith.
Hydraulion Cow. e. Simpson, Richard
Purcell and Thos Hoy.
Relief Cor NJ. Latham, a. Stone and A,
Hall.
CITIZENS
First Ward-.John A. Fields II. jacobs
Second Ward-Samuel Tennesson, T. j.
Rainey.
Third Ward-C BrengIe F. Rocker.
MASTER OF CEREMONIES
Chief Engineer A. c.. kell,
BALLET MASTER,
VIM. H. Smith.
FLOOR MANAGERS,
R. Tomlinson George s. Smith,
VIM 6. Simpson, R. NJ. Latham.
RECEPTION COMMITTEE,
Hon. Hugh Latham, Gee. T. Wilmington,
Jno. Sullivan, Benz. Barton, Jas Nj. Steusrt.
aug 19-N
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

CITY CoUNCIL-A meeting of the City
Council was held last night, having been called
by the Mayor, for the purpose of considering
the recent order of Gen. Schofeld, in reference
to the support of colored paupers, &C. The
communication was referred TO the Committee
on the Poor, who are instructed to act in the
matter in conjunction with the Mayor and
Overseers of the Poor The Revenue bill was
so amended as to authorize the imposing OF 4
fine of SIS and costs on all merchants or mer-
camille firms, who shall fail to pay the regular
license tax, on or before the 3lst instant. A
resolution instructing the Finance Committee
to transfer to the First National Bark certain
Water Stock held by the corporation, was re-
ferred to a Special Committee. The City
Collectors we're instructed to allow discount
of 40 per cent. on all taxes paid in current
funds prior to the 1st of October next. Re
ports of committees, resolutions and petitions,
Of no general interest, were acted upon. See
another column for official proceedings
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

PIC-NIC EXCURSION. The picnic of the
scholars of St. Mary Sunday School (Catholic)
at Carlin's Spring. yesterday, was a most
delightful one, and was greatly enjoyed by all
who we're present. Considerable excitement
was occaSnned by the supposed loss of a little
boy, and scouting parties sent out to scour the
woods, bui at a late hour ii was ascertained
that the little fellow had returned home on an
early train
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

EDUCATED HoRsEs.-By reference to an
advertisement, under the head Of Educational,
it will be seen that Professor A. Fl. Rockwell
proposes to give free exhibitions on the even
ings of Monday and Tuesday next, at the inter
section of Cameron and Columbus streets, of
driving horses without reins or brides. Prot.
Rs. system is highly commended by all who
have witnessed it.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

AN ENTERPRIs1Na TOBACCO MERCHANT. -
An old man, driving dlapidated one-horse
wagon, with load of un manufactured tobac-
co, made his appearance on the streets here
this morning He hailed from Louisa County,
and had driven his one horse load all the way
to this market, in hopes Of effecting a sale, in
which he was when last seen, unsuccessful. =
Louisa Court House is 100 miles from Alexan-
dria, by Railroad
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21
WILLIAM W. DUNCAN
PHILIP QUIGLEY.
ALEXANDRIA CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION.

ALEXANDRIA CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION. -
This organization held its regular monthly
meeting last night. in the Baptist Church,
the President in the Chair.
After the usual religious exercises, the pro
ceedings of the last meeting, and also, the
regular report of the Standing Committee were
read and approved.
The Committee on rooms reported that the
present Library room in the Lyceum Hall; the
room over Stewards dry good store; and the
upper room in French new building, had been
severally offered at moderate rents, for the
Library and for the uses of the Association, -
After protracted debate upon resolution to
take the old Library room, the whole matter
was recommitted to the Committee, and by
resolution they were clothed with full discre-
tionary powers in the premises.
The Chairman of the Executive Prayer
Meeting Committee read reports from the
Committee on the Sunday Daily, and Queen
street meetings. showing an unwonted degree
of interest manifested, and great usefulness
exerted by the meetings.
Vacancies occurring in The Standing Com
mittee were filled by the election Of Robert
Jameson and Cassius +. Lee, jr.
resolution from the Standing Committee,
empowering said Committee in conjunctionwth
the President, when the circumstances of the
case warranted such action to open through
the Corresponding Secretary, communication
with the associations in Virginia, and to estab-
lish friendly relations, was carried unanimously.
A resolution to spread all reports of Com
mittees in full upon the minutes, was also
passed
After prayer and singing the Doxology, the
Association adjourned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

FINED FOR VIOLATION OF FENCE LAW. y
Mrs Roberts and Mrs. Nlofh,t, owners Of
cows, that trespassed upon field, and con-
sumed and destroyed quantity of corn, the
property of colored man, named Stuart,
were taken before Justice Moore, yesterday
evening, and examined for violation of the
provisions of the Fence Law, ard fined; Mrs.
Roberts $40, and Mrs Moffiit SIS, and damages
to the amount of $50.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21
rA--., VALUABLE
lEssa COU y TRY SEAT,
BETWEEN WASHINGTON AND ALEX.
AMDRIA, LAND AID CITY LOTS
AT PRIVATE SALE

EEi=a UNI'KY SEAT,
BET WEEN WASHINGTON AND ALIEN.
ANDRIA, LAND AID CITY LOTS
at PRIVATE SALE.
The estate called WARWICK, four miles
from Washington city, and two from Alc2an
dria, on tho railroad anu turin Ike between the
Two cities.
The property will be sold in three partF, viz
]. FlFTY-SlA 4 CRES, with BIZ OK
DWELLING, continuing II rooms, and out
buildings. On this land ere, an orchard, in tul!
bearing; 8 market garden, grapes, shruDoery,
forest and ornamental trees, and never failing
well of excellent water The junction station
Of the Washington and Alexandria, with the
Loudoun and Hampshire Railroad, is within
few minutes walk. The scenery and view are
of unsurpassed bca9ty, and the surroundings
unexccptionAblc.
2 T1IkTY-EIGHT ACRES Of fine meadow
land about fifty yards from the junction. and
liO from the Cannl-sepnratcd from No | by
the Loudoun and Hampshire Railroad. This /:
excellent land for grain and hay, and f.! mar
:. TWENTY FIVE ACRES on The old
Lees burg road, about midway between the
Theological Seminary and Alexandria. The
view from this situation is beautiful and extern
siye and the ncighborhood very Agreeable.
The above property will be shown by the
aniy residing at Warwick.
Also, the following lots in Alexandria:
ONE ACRE, adjoining the Loudoun and
Hamp$hire depot, bounded by PondIcton, Fair
fax and Water streets.
ONE ACRE, on the south side OF Madison
street, extending from FairH: to ROYAL St.
ONE ACRE. on the south side OF Montgoln-
:.r2 street, lew yards from the Canal Basin,
and extending from Washington to st, Asaph
street \ part Of this lot Is occupied by the
Washington and Alexandria Railroad
\ lot "n the south side Of Queen sire t. be-
tween Patrick and Alfred streets, about - feet
front, and 100 deep, to q Is feet aile}, with ~"
5 nil trncments thereon.
a lot, u; the northeast corner OF Alfred a:lI
= ythc streets.
A lot, on the west side Of CoIumbIss.,t., be-
tween Wythc and Madison streets.
TERMS-One half to be paid III cash, and
the residue in two equal instruments, at II and
Is onths from sale, with interest, excepting
that s., $50 Of the purchase money fer No. can
remain in the hands Of the purchaser for about
i year, bearing interest,"
Farther particulars Of Y. G. IEATON. At.
torney NJ L!,w Office in Stewards Block King
street. {. a. LEHAN EEE, Trustee.
je M-cCtf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

CAMP MEETING IN LoUDoUN.-The camp
meeting in progress near MiddlebuTg, Louaoun
county, is in full tide of success, and is very
largely attended Revs S. S. Roszell, Barnes
Landstreet and other ministers are in atten-
dance. 1t will break up on Friday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

RADICAL MEETINa.-The Fourth Ward
Radical Club held meeting on Monday night,
at which R. P. ". Garrett, one Of the dele
gates to the late Richmond Cooperative Con-
yention, from the Ward, gave his version Of
the proceedings of the Convention, and the
part he enacted therein, for which he received
the thanks Of the CLUB by resolutions,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

GRASS IN THE STREETS. The Superinten-
dent Of Police complains very justly OF the ne
glect OF property holders in allowing grass to
grow in the cutters, and along the curbs, The
law requires that property holders shall keep
the pavements and cutters in front OF their
premises clean and clear Of grass.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

CAMP MEETING 1t will be seen by notice
10 to-day's Gazette, that camp meeting is TO
be held by the Methodist Episcopal Church,
in FOLSOM woods, Prince Georges county, Md,
about sig miles from this city, on the 3Oth
instant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

FIREMEN's BAIL.-The Ball in honor Of
Mr. Tripler, the old Philadelphia Fireman,
now on visit to the Firemen Of this city, takes
place tonight at the Assembly Rooms. 1t is
expected that it will be one OF the largest and
most brilliant affairs OF the sort ever given in
this city
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

Sent ON FOR TRIAL. Geo. Arlington white
boy, charged with stealing from Geo. Pevere!l
and " T.. Allen, OF this county, quantity of
fruit and vegetables, which he sold in this city,
was examined before Justices Beach and Col
ton, this morning, and, in default of 5000 bail,
was committed TO jail for trial at the October
term Of the County Court.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

BASE BALL.-A match game was played
yesterday on the grounds of the Pioneer club,
between the I'd mines of the Old Dominion and
Pioneer Clubs which resulted in a victory for
the latter BY score Of 6S to 81.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

MOONLIGHT ExCURsIoN--The moonlight
excursion by the choir of the NJ. +. Church,
South comes off tomorrow night. The hour
of starting has been changed to 7 D. IN. instead
of G. See advertisement
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

CITY TAxEs.-The City Council have by
resolution, instructed the Collectors of City
taxes, to make a discount of 40 per cent. on all
taxes paid, in current funds prior to the lst of
October next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

G. so. CANAL.-The damages 10 the c. 4
0. Canal caused by the late storm, it IL now
said, will be repaired in day or two.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21
SIMILIBUS CURANTUR.
HUMPHREYS
HON THO SPECIFIC

Have proved from the most ample experience
an entire success; Simple, Prompt efficient and
Reliable. They are the only medicines perfect
ly adapted to popular use-so simple that mis-
takes cannot be made in using them SO harm
less as to be free from danger and so efficient as
to be always reliable. They have raised the
highest commentator from all, and will always
render satisfaction
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21
GRAND EECATTA
V ON THE POTOMAC,

X ON THE POTOMAC,
IL 81. Il. d Il Il IL a A..
UNDER TIE AUSPICES or Tile
BRUNETTE YACHT CLUB,
This Regatta will come off on the 23d OF a o.
GUST, at II n. and is open TO boats under
thirty feet, two minutes allowed, according 20
rule, for each foot.
Three Prizes to be given, viz
One Of FIFTY DOLLARS.
One of THIRTY-FIN DOLL AIRS
One Of TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS.
Boats can be entered at the headquarters If
the Brunette Club, foot OF Seventh street.
William Stewart, President
George &hncklc2 Treasurer.
William I. Stewart, of Wellington, enters
two boa!a
G. ". Harrison, oi A!cxandlia, enters Iour
boats the Gen, Robt. Il. Lee, John 5, MosDy
Flying Cloud and Geo. w Harrison,
This Club challenges any boa. under twenty
feet, allowing two minutes TO tho foot, for SoO
For further particulars inquire al
GEO. a. SHECKEl.3, Treasurer.
Washington aug It'd
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

SHOOTING AFFAIR AT FAIRFAX G. H-A
difficulty occurred at Fairfax Court-H House yes
terday, between John Howard and j. s. Cole
man, resulting in the shooting Of Howard by
Coleman, the ball taking effect in his groin and
lnficting severe and dangerous wound. Two
shots were fred by Coleman, the first, missing
1t is said that Howard assaulted Coleman with
stones and that both parties were under the intiu-
ence Of liquor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

CIRCUIT CoURr.-The august term Of the
Circuit Court Of this county, Judge II. ".
Thomas, presiding, commences to-day. The
following is synopsis Of the new causes for
trial at this term On the common law side,
Commonwealth cases, i; attachment causes,
10; issues, 5; writs OF enquiry, 6;otiice judg-
ment, H. On the chancery side, iujunctions,
l; new chancery causes, s. 1t is understood
that the Judge will arrive in the train this
evening, and openthe Court at 5 o'clock, when
it will be adjourned until to morrow morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

POLICE REpoRT-MAYoR's OFFICE. David
hIaney, for disorderly conduct, was dismissed
on the payment of fine and costs.
NIAa1sTRATEs' OFFICE.-Just'ces Beach ana
Co7toa George Arlington, charged with rob
berry, was committed to jail IN default OF 500
bail to await an examination before the Octo-
Der term of the County Court. :,
Justice Moore.-Stuart, coIored, vs.. Mrs.
Roberts and Mrs Moffitt, for unlawful tres
pass; judgment Tor damage and hne against
defendants.
Bridget DelIrhan, for using threatening and
abusive language towards Mary Daily, was put
under security to keep the peace for six months.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

WASHINGTON ITEMS A meeting OF some of
the LAWYERS was held yesterday, at which reso
buttons we're passed disclaiming any connection
with the proposed meeting in relation to the
difficulty between Judge Fisher and Mr.. Brad
lev, Mr.. F. P. Stanton presided at this meet
ing.
Collector Clcphane's deputies yesterday
seized about 500 empty cigar boxes having I'M
cancelled stamps upon them
There we're 100 deaths, from all diseases,
during tile month of July.
At meeting of the so called Soldiers, and
Sailors Union" held on Monday evening, a
resolution endorsing the course OF General
Grant in obeying the order Of the President
assigning him to the charge OF the War De
partment,' was rejected.
Yesterday the flooring of the second-StOry OF
the soap factory on G street, between Fourth
and Fifth streets, fell through to the first floor;
One workman was badly hurt about the head
and body, and another was cut and bruised
Several tons of soda on the second floor fell
into the soap vat on the first floor, causing
quite heavy loss to the proprletors.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21
&C EsROTECT. ON TO ALL"

''pEoTEcT. ON TO ALL"
GRAND EXCURSION TO
CARLIN'S SPRINGS, BY THE
FEIE n d . h I ? f / r l. co.,
MONDAY, AUGUST 2G, 1867.
To aid them in purchasing Il Stcn!n- tiro Kng.nc
Trains will leave the LoudGun depot at and
10 clock o. m, and 3 and I p N. Trains will
leave the Springs at 100 and 10 p m.
Tickets, for Gentleman and Lady, 81 Lu-
dy's Tickets, 80 cents Servants, and Children
under II years, 70 cents.
Cooks Celebrated String Band has been on
gagged for the occasion,
CoMMITTEE OF AREAEGEMENTS.
T. T. Penn, Gee. r. Wilmington,
Richard Tolnluson, James Clarridgo,
John Powell, Dallas Biggs.
FLOOR MANAGERS
r. Tomlinson, jus. Smith,
r. Purcell, A.. Stone.
COMMITTEE OF ORDER.
VIM. Domaine, r. II. Bayliss,
II. Herbner, j. IL. Devaughn,
j. D. Bayiss, J. Atkinson,
Il. Cook J. Garrett,
c. Foard, f. II: Clarkson:
W. Underwood. g. WhcatcY,
I c.. O'McAl, M. Mnnehan.
Refreshments ard Meals will be furnished by
J. E. T. Carln, the proprietor OF the Springs
jy ltd
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21

BREAD.-The price of baker bread has been
reduced one cent per pound.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1867-08-21
EDUCATIONAL.

A LEXANDRIA ACADEMY.
II JOHN s. BEACH, PRINCIPAL.
The Tenth Annual Session OF this School will
commence on Monday, September I'd, and con
tinue ten months.
CHARG ES,
iBy the Quarter Session Of 2! months.
Senior Glass. ...........................So w
intermediate Glass ..................a i.Vu
Junior Glass. oVD
Applications for admission, circulars or Iuf-
ther information, may be made TO The Prlnci-
pal, at the schoo-roonl, No. -, n orth Royal
street. aug 2l-tf