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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

THESTAY-LAw.-Weu understand that Messrs.
W. S. Clark, of Pittsylvania, B. f. Garrett, of
Halifax, 3. f. Rixey of Fauquier, and George
w. Booker, of Henry, members of the Legls-
lature, waited upon General Stoneman upon
the subject of the stay-aw, yesterday. They
were satisfied, we learn, from the views express
sed by General Stoneman that the apprehen-
sons of the people in regard to the expiration
of the stay-law will not be realized. Rich.
ElaQuirer
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

1t is Radical fashion, now, to add the
epithet of "Hon." to everybody and every
thing. that holds Office, or wants to hold Office.
Another fashion is to bestow some title Of
laudation upon ultra leaders, whom they espes-
cially delight to honor The Baltimore Ameri-
can calls Mr.. Wade, one Of the Senators from
Ohio-"glorious old Ben Wade of Ohio. " Clio
rious II
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
MOUNT VERNON COTTON FATORY
I'VE FOR SALE

Under authority Of deed Of trust Irm ABB
jah Thomas and wife to me, dated I'D Janu-
airy. 1866, and duly recorded, l will fer for
on TUESDAY, the 26th day Of Janusy 1869,
at - o'clock M. in front of the premies, that
LOT OF GROUND, with the BUILDINGS
and improvements thereon, in the city Alex
andria, situated on the east side Of Warrington
street, and south side of Pendleton sreet, at
their intersection, bounded on tie east by w.
G. Yeaton's ground, and on the south by the
ground of Mrs. L. L. Turner, on which stnds the
Mount Vernon Cotton Factor buildints, &C..
together with all the engines, boilers. ktures
machinery, apparatus and p,rsonal poperty
thereon or contained in said Buildings.
no q. eotd r. JOHNSTON, Trstee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

Chief Justice Chase, in his recent address to
the Grand Jury at Richmond, sought to i'm
press that body with the fact that ''nO one who
eats, drinks, wears, or IS sheltered under any
roof however humble, now escapes taxation. "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

Il FALL GO0DSl
1 am now receiving my stock Of FALL
G0ODS, consisting in part OF the following
Ladies Dress Trimmings and Buttons.
Velvet Ribbon in black and colors.
Hosiery and Gloves.
Gulpure Valencia, CIuny and Cotton Lacos,
Handkerchiefs, Ribbons Camb c Edging, Lac
and Linen Collars Plain and Embroidered
Linen Cuffs, Silk Invisible and Cotton Hair
Nets, Zephyr Worsted, Germantown Woo,
Yarns, Knitting Cotton, Hoop Skirts, ,Corsets,
Travelling Satchels. Hair Braids and Curls,
Combs, Brushes, Soaps, Porfumery, Pocket
Books. Sewing Silks Threads and Cotons,
Ladies and Gents Paper Collars and Cuts;
Neck Ties, Umbrellas, Knitting, Crochet and
Sewing Needles, Children's Dolls, Ladies Ne
rino Shirts, and large and well selected stock
of Fancy Goods and Notions Having par-
chased these goods at New York for cash, vii!
be enabled TO sell them at greatly reduced
prices Liberal deductions made to the whole
sale trade.
oc9 &C. BERRY'S, p, King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

A few weeks since lot of spectators IN Chi
cago not engaged in the packing business, went
into the provision market and sold pork and
lard short, in large quantities, deliverable in
January and February,in anticipation OF glut
and fall in prices. Instead of a gut, these
sports are now buying at loss of three dollars
per barrel, and with prospect OF still greater
loss before they get through.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
Fauquier county, nov 5-eo3m
RvLu Pnrrott. Auciio,ner

Ely -. IL. hHffOLLs AucAtoiteF.
COMMISSIONERS SALE OF ling ST.
v PROPERTY.-In execution Of idecree of
the Circuit Court of the county Of Alexandria,
rendered on the 9th of August, 1885, in the
suit in chancery of Baggett and wifvs. John
ston ct al, the undersigned, Commissioners
will offer for sale, by auction. ut the premises,
on WEDN ESDAY, the 9Th day of december
1868, at II o'clock m. a two-story BICK g.
HOUSE and LOT OF GROUND, 4 the H:i
city Of Alexandria, situated on the suth side
of King street. % feet inches east Fayette
street, II feet 3 inches front on King erect, and
100 feet deep, to 10 feet alley. The improve
ments are very convenient and SUBSTANTIAL
d YELLING and SHOP, with back uildingS.
TERMS-Ten per cent Of the purchse mon
ey to be paid down at the time of sal, and on
the ratification of the sale sufficient, inhibition,
to make one-fourth Of the whole urchsse,
money; and the residue in three equl install
ments at six, twelve and eighteen moLhs, with
interest; the deferred payments to btecured
by the notes Of the purchaser satisfactorily en-
dorsed, and n decd of trust upon the ppperty.
AS further security, the buildings to be insured
and the policy transferred to US. Stamps and
deeds at purchasers cost. r. JOHN$ON.
ID. L. SM0(T.
oc 24-eots Comm'rs If Sale.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
MARRIED..

On Monday, the 7th inst, by the Rev j.
G. Butler, Mr.. VIM. j. ROGERS, of King
George county, Va, to Miss NJ. ELoISE Ro-
DER, eldest daughter OF ?. Louise Rodier.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

The betting men, in Washington, are turning
their attention to the cabinet, and yesterday
the wager of cool thousand dollars was made
by man that he could name the cabiuet Of
the incoming administration. Articles were
signed and the money deposited in the safe of
q leading hotel
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

Telegraphic dispatches report more lawiess
ness and disturbances, in Arkansas-where q
"colored militia" has been organized.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

The President, il issaid, denies that his sug-
gestions in relation to the public debt, were in
tended to favor, or to look to, reputation, or,
if adopted, would lead to reputation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
1868. HOLIDAYS 1869.

1oOos
In making your selection Of presents for the
HOLIDAYS it will afford me pleasure to show you
my stock of standard
GOODS AND NOVELTIES,
selected with special reference to the approach
ing season. The leading articles are
BIBLES, PRAYER AND HYMN BOOKS,
[of rich antique and velvet bindlngs.J
A full line of tho choicest American and
English
JUVENILE BOOKS.
Games for Little Folks in great variety
Building ard Alphabet Blocks,
Backgammon Boards,
Choss Mon and Boards,
FINEGOLD PENS AND PENCILS.
in gold mounted rubber cases, very desirable
for Christmas presents,
PHOTOGRAPH ALBUMS IN EVERY
STYLE,
Travelling Bags in Turkey Morocco and Rus
sia Leather.
Papetrie, in Russia and Vienna leather, very
rich and beautiful.
Papetrios, with Perfumod Paper and Enve-
lopcs.
Handkerchief and Glove Boxes, fine Vienna
Leather.
Portfolios, Writing Desks. beautifully inlaid,
and very artistic in design and finish.
Work Boxes in great variety, new and uni
que styles
LADIES COMPANIONS. IN RUSSIA
LEATHER,
Fine Porte Monnaios,
Cigar Cases and Pocket Knives.
BEAUTIFUL COLLECTION OF
JAPANESE GOODS 81 LACQUER WARE,
CONSISTING OF
RICHLY INLAID CABINETS,
HANDKERCHIEF Boxes,
CARD RKCEIVERs, TRAYS.
GLOVE BOXES,
MAGIC FLOWERS,
WORK Boxes.
FISH AND BOATS
BEAUTIFUL BOXES IN STRAW WOKh,
Chinese Tops, Jewel cases, Toilet Cases, Chi
nese Plates,
besides many other novelties in fine laquor
work. GEORGE Il. FhENCd,
dec 1l-tD3l 95 King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

The Washington Star states that Minister
johnson desires to come home and explain his
negotiations with the British Minister, which
he justi6es.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

1t is thought that the course of Gen Grants
political friends in Congress, and especially Of
those who are supposed to be particularly in
his confidence, is indicative of the accord Of
Gen. G. with the general views and policy of
the Radical party-and shows that they are
confident he will support and carry out that
polcy hereafter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

The argument in the u S. Supreme Court
ON the constitutionaity of the Legal Tender
act was concluded yesterday by Attorney Gen
eral Evarts. No decision is expected for some
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

Mr. Chas. B. Thruston, of Cumberland
Md, States Attorney for Allegheny county,
died on the 9th inst.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

Among the persons reported to have lost
their lives by the late steam boat collision on
the Ohio river, was Rev. Robert j. Parvin,
general secretary of the Evangelical Education
Society of the Episcopal Church. He was q
classma.e of Bishop White of Virginia, and
Rev. DR.. Perkins, of Louisville, in the Alex
andria, Va, Theological Seminary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
III s. MARTINS

w 8. MARTINS
BREWERY,
Corner King and Fayette streets,
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
After twenty seven years of practical s1pe-
rience in the m anufactureo of MALT LIQUORS,
am fully convinced that am capable of MAJ
ufacturing ALES equal to any that have been,
or may be, offered by agents Ia this city.
thod of brewing by steam, which is preferable
to the old mode, and for that reason, Aatter
myself that am fully prepared to meet every
expectation by giving the community an Ale,
superior to anything manufactured elsewhere
Bakers will find GROUND MALT and HOPS
on hand at the Brewery. oc l3-3m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

1t is remarked that, so far, neither the tone
nor the action of Congress, has been In re-
Spouse to Gen. Grants words, ''let US have
neace"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

Gen. Stoneman, and Gen. Brown, Commits
sioner of Freedmen's Bureau, are in Washing
ton.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
ALEXANDRIA.

The PUBLIC DEBT statement for November
has been published. Compared with that of
the preceding month, it shows an increase IN
the public debt, less cash in the Treasury, OF
$ll, 9O2, 800. This heavy increase Is occasioned
by the semi annual payment of interest on Gov
ernment bonds. and the large amount issued to
the Pacific Railroad Companies. The debt
bearing coin interest has increased but $685.
$50, while the debt bearing no interest has in
creased 50, sos, 592.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

ITALIAN MACARONI received and for
l. sale by AVERY q DAVlDSON,
dec 3 ZIG King st., cor. Alfred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
II OBES DE CHAM B 4 h

We invite the attention Of our customers ahI
the trade generally to oar elegant stock Of
ROBES DE CHAMBRE
adapted TO Holiday trade.
LOCKWOOD, HUFTY & TAYLOR
354 Penn. nv, adpg Metro. Hotel,
nov l6-lm Washington, y. {.
NTEW FALL GOODS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

CHOICE SPICED PICKLIS for saleby
u dec j. c. MILBUkN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

COMMISSIONER SALE OF VALUA-
Y BILE LANDRY virtue Of decree of the
Circuit Court of Stafford county, made at Sep
TENDER term, 1868, in the case of Williams vs..
Carter, the undersigned, Commissioner, will
offer at public sale, at Stafford Court House,
on WEDNESDAY, the 18th day of November
1868, that being Court day, a VA L U a f
TRACT OF LAND, lying in sad county, cor
tanning about TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY
ACRES. The soil is very productive; lies
within one mile of nsvigable waers of aqua
Creek, and has upon it quantity Of oak and
pine wood, readily convertible into money
TERMS-One-third cash, andthe residue in
equal instruments of one and two years, bearing
interest the purchaser to give rs bond, with
good personal security, and tho title retained
until the purchase money is fully paid.
JOHN H. SUTTLE COmmr.
Stafford county, oct 12-2awts
Gs- The above sale has been potponed until
DECEMBER 10th, at the same holr and place.
nov 25-eots
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
GALE OF VALUABLE AUQUIER

GALE OF VALUABLE IAUQUIER
- LAND
Pursuant to the terms Of deed # trust, exc
cuted by 9. W. Hoffman and wife,on the 9th
of August, 1859, for the purposes therein men
toned, | shall offer for sale, at pulic auction,
on the 21th DAY OF FEBRUAlY, 1869, ut
Warrenton, Va, the TRACT OF LAND. con-
veyed by said deed, containing, by estimation,
about five hundred and eighty-ave ores. This
land lies in Fauquer CO., Va, Immediately on
the Manassas Gap Railroad, and within half y
milo of Linden Station; is in Il fine tate of i'm
provement, and is well adapted bob to agri-
cultural and grazing purposes. 1t S in good
condition; has on it q large and corfort- Assss;sA
able DWELLING HOUSE. and al NO Hill
cessary outbuildngs.
TERMS-Cash. Persons desiringmore par
ticular information can apply to mySlf ut Lin
den Station, or JOHN s. MOSBY, & Warren
ton. The title to said land is beliGed to be
good, but shall convey only such title rs is
vested in ne rs Trustee.
VIM b. WALTER, Trustee.
Founuiar county nov 6-eO3m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
Auction SALES.

DY VIRTUE OF A DECREE OF THE
ID Circuit Court of Prince William county,
entered on the 18th day of October 1863, in q
suit in chancery therein pending, in which
and Edwin w. Latimer and other; are defts.,
the undersigned, Commissioners, will sell, be,
fore the front door Of the Court House Of said
county, on MONDAY, the 4th day Of January,
1869, that being Court day, at public auction, to
tho highest bidder, the BUILDINGS and the
LOTS thereto attached, situated in the town Of
Brownsville, lately occupied by DR.. Edwin w.
Latimer, on the following
TERMS, to wit:-Ten per cent Of the pur-
chase money cash, and the residue on q credit
of six, twelve and eighteen mouths, with inter-
est from the day of sale, the deferred payments
to be secured by bond and personal security,
and for further security therefor the title to be
retained until the last payment is made.
A. NIC0L.
CHAS. L. SINCLAIR.
pr Vim oO dac T-eOtG Comm ~
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

In making your selection of presents for the
holidays it will afford me pleasure to sho" you
my stock of standard
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
oc 16.6n1
EANCY GOODS.

DREWIS s. LAWSON
u Have in store and for sale very fno Sc
lection of FAMILY GROCERIES,, consisting
Queen Chop, G. p, Japan and Black Teas.
Cut, Crushed and A Sugars.
Vac Pan and 7. Il. sugars &c. no 30 colin
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

Bcnnets of al kinds; NeIyots, Satins, Sis,
Feathers Plumcs Ribbons, Laces, &c, Sc.
Hats of every description. Bridal Yeils and
Wreaths Head Dresses, and mourning works
made to order at reasonable prices Call and
see them at MRS. G. l.. SIMPSONS,
nov % No. l25 King stree,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

DIANOSI MELODEON5'
PARLOR ORGANISE
Having removed to 1877, King street aOolo
Washington, wish to call the attention oil per
sons in need Of
PIANOS, ORGANS, MELODEONS, &C.
to my stock Of the above instruments wDIon
offer for sale on the most accommodating teI \,
Having practical experience of more Iha4 ,5 h.
years in this business, am able to Judge O. ~"
qualities of Pianos, and to offer for sale NUM-
but those Of reliable makers, such as
KNABE 81 CO, Baltimore.
VIM HEINEKAMP, Baltimore.
JAMES w. VOSE, Boston, and othors' a,
Also, good second hand instruments ior ''''
or rent. u.,,s;eal
Pianos Organs Accordeons, and al " n l,Sost.
instruments tuned and repaired with the g'0"'
est care. DpCVVR
oct TT V. DEC--
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

A libel suit resting on confidential letter
written to the War Department during the
war, was on Tuesday decided in the Washington
Circuit Court, against the complainant Seere-
tary Scho6eld declining to produce the letter,
and he being sustained by the court During
the proceedings one of the jurors asked to be
excused on the ground "that all his sympathies
were entirely with the Government during
the war;" but Judge Cartier refused to excuse
him, as in his opinion this was one of the
best qualifications of a juror"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
Please call and examine.
NEW AND ATTRACTIVE STOCK or
HOUSEKEEPING ARTICLES,
Ala. II. MOTT 81 CO.'S, 60, King street
CONSISTING IN PART OF

ROGERS CUTLERY.
CASTOKS, PLATED ..,,,,..,.,
SPOONS AND FORKS.
BRITANNIA URNS,
TEA AND COFFEE POTS.
BASKETS, of all description,
,ilet Sets. Rai-n Seeders, Patent Scrub
Brushes. and every notion in the housekceper'
line.
We offer particular inducements to the TRACE
in our extensive stock OF CUTLERY, IN
and WOODEN WARE and BRO0MS.
Having just returned from the largest New
York factories we can give satisfaction, "D-
invite tho attention of merchants and farmers
TO our stock at 60, King street, Alexandra
ANDREW II. MOTT
Late of Richmond.
BERTRAND ). ASHBl'
son 28-3m Late of FaUquier ca,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

According to the statement made by the
Washington correspondent OF the Worcester
Spy. some persons, who represented themselves
to be in the confidence of the prOprietors and
editors of the New York press managed to do
large stroke of business in connection with
the purchase of Alaska. 1t is rumored that
100000 in greenbacks was spent among the
representatives of the press at Washington
Several prominent individuals are reported as
having received large fees, for services in get
ting the bill through, &c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
T AIDES TAKE NOTICE.

I ADIEo' IAhE NGIIUE.
L. would call your attention 90 my assert
ment of Linen and other goods l have Liner
Collars from to - cts. Linen Cuff 20 and 81
cts beautiful embroidered sets for 81 and rs
Best Grenadine Wells, all colors, hemmed 81:
Linen Lawn $L75 per yard; Yalenciennes; Edg-
ing and Insertings; Lace Tides different pat
terms, for Is and 80 cts; Lsce Collars 80 cts.
Ali Of which will be found Of the beat quality
at MRS. G. l.. SIMPSONS,
nov 23 No. rs King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
ECIAL INDUCEMENTS.
PRICES REDUCED.
IMMENSE STOCK-W WHOLESALE Ann
RETAIL
CHARLES w. GREEN,

NT1Tg sgTC5U IAICAaTNTIN, a.
Is now offering ut astonishingly low heure,
M immense stock of
LADIES AND GENTS FURNISHING
GOODS,
White Goods, Fancy Goods, Dress Trimming,
Worstcd Goods, Yarns, Ribbons. Hosiery.
Notions. &c.
The following are specialties: Linens Cam.
brics, Muslins, Tarlatanes, Towels. uandkcr-
chiefs, Worsted Hoods, Wor8ted Shswls Vel.
vet Ribbons Travelling Bags
Merino Underwear for Ladies, Gents, Ms.
SEES and Boys; Umbrellas Hoopskirts Corse.s
SC, all of which are solo at remarkably low
prices. A call solicited nov p
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

NKINCE MEAT-Families who purchase
lNI their Mince Meat would do well to try a
very superior article known to contain only
sound and pure ingredients-for sale by
j. HOPKINS,
dec1 No North Fairfax st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11

OTONEBRAKERS CATTLE POWDERS
y are hi ghly recommended for loss of cud,
black tongue, &C.; also, for hog cholera. A
full supply just received from the manufacture
or, and for sale by
nov 80 E. S. LEADBEATER & co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1868-12-11
DRY GOODS.

c. G. BERRY'S, r, King st.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1868-05-16

ARREsrs.-on Wednesday of last week a man
named Lewis Comes, spaniard, was arrested by
oonaable Pursel, Of this place. on complaint Of
A. J. Rhodes, Of Northumberland, charged with
attempting to stab him. He was taken before JUS
tice Shindel who committed him, but he subse-
quently obtained bail for bis appearance at August
term of court.
On Friday Of last week John Polsn was arrested
by detective James Melloy for breaking into q
freight car on the Northern Central Railroad, and
stealing four bundles of hay forks and trunk sup
posed to contain books. The stolen property was
recovered. He was committed In default Of $500
bail, by Justice Sbindsl.
On the same day detective Melloy arrested msa
named Leonard Dimmiek, who was charged with
having, on the 5th inst, broken into freight car
on the Northern Central road. He was committed
by Justice Shipdel, in default of $500 bail
George oliphant was also arrested On the same
day, by constable Pursel, charged by Dimmick with
being an accompIice in the robbery Of the freight
car. He was taken before Justice Shindsl, who
committed him, being unable TO get bail to the
smou nj of $500 The prisoners did not Obtsin any
thing by brssking into the car, it being loaded with
shingles Diuimick was one of the parties arrested
some tir,e since for stealing barrel Of porter from
.he bottlipg sstablshn ont OF F. Rote in Cakes ad.
dition. oiiphant, who % native OF this place. w
an old ofsEder, having recently served term 10
ths Eastern Psnitsntisyy.
Sunbury American. [volume] (Sunbury, Pa.) 1848-1879, 1868-05-16
IFor the American, |



HoUsE.CLEANIsG ExrRAoRDisARY.-InC Centre
Square, not hundred miles from the Bazaar Clo-
thing House, is an establishment employing some
six or seven individuals-four feminines two gents
and an errand.boy. The "shebaDg," as the boys IN
the Union army used to style their 'loesl hsbia-
tions," up to within few weeks ago. 10 say the
least about It, very uncanny II looked more like
'blsck g shop in the house. than an emporium
of fashion or modern tailoring establishment. Even
here in the good old borough of Sunbury, house
cleaning time, like Christmas, generally copes
around once year ..
Thinking, perhaps, that as the boys belonging to
the n 9: r. R. would soon don their new and
tsstily gotten up uniforms, and that they might
sort 70 this particular Place 70 get some Of their
nf1ings" our friends concluded TO rejuvenate their
dingy shop. Accordingly, armed with brooms
the sstsblishpsnt smpioyss. md. raid @ upon cob cob
webs, dingy walls, tobaSoo.stainsd aoors and say
freecoed" window Espss, and, after days hard
labor By seven willing Tor snw,iiing) hands, the
that the hands, next morning on going 10 work.
thought they had got into sthe wrong boz" b.
mistake. The place looked 6Rnknm! The walls
gsrsd With & oSsly The Ss
laid on heavily by an expert hand and with bran
now" brush, the hoor was ''swabbed up" and nicely
sandsd, and the place looked 100 per cent better.
Gentlemen Of leisure, friends, DC, hearing Of the
admirable Improvement, "stepped round" 70 con-
gratulste our friends Of the aforesaid eslsblshment
and great was the excitemsnt ct the social and
nsighborly gathering $50 far. 90 good" Be It
rsrsmbsfsd however, that the job referred to, like
on it's originstors and hnishsrs. Tbs ceiling has
turned from milky white to a lively pink hue
the papering of the sals, like the ssar and yellow
leaves" of autumn Is shriyelling up and the aoo!
picture Of untidinsss- and soilsd 50 that an
observer would scarcely believe II to be the gay
and festive" looking eets Of ten days ago-prooi
positive that, in house-olsaning ~ we'll q 10 more
and want Of Judgment, "lSys'slstor" 70, too often,
"lost