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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

SCHOOL TX ANIMATION The usual Christ
mas examination of the Washington Free
School took place this morning, being con-
Quoted by the president aud Mcs>rs. Boush
aud Beach, OF the Board 1T Guardians. More
than hall the bays Including almost all those
in the higher classes. had been allowed, by
their parents. to absent themselves, and there
we're but thirty two present. These did pretty
we'll in reading. writing and arithmetic. and
passably in geography aud history, the leading
BOYS being IA follows: Reading, second class,
John Lynch third. Edwin r. Baxter and
John Starnel fourth, Samuel b. PadGett
and John Il. Eaton fifth, George II. Penn {;
sixth, Edgar t. Wright; seventh, George w.
johnson. Geography, Samuel Wade, History.
Samuel Mouutioy and James q. Graham.
Arithmetic, George W. Fisher, Edgar Mount
10y, Samuel MounGoy and James 6. Graham.
Writing, Edgar Mouptjoy. After brief alt
dresses from Messrs Carne aud Beach, and
the priucipa, the boys were dismissed Tor the
holidays.
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The Markets..

NEW YORK December 2i.-Thcre i nothing
doing in stocks owing to the approach of the
holidays The Beard suddenly adjourned on
the President announcement Of the death Of
Hon. Mr.. Stanton. Money 7 per cent. Gold
couron. As; now 81. North Carolina SKIES old,
40; new 20 Flour dull and dropping, Wheat
dull and lc lower. Corn dull and declining.
BALTIMORE, December "a -Virginia Is, old.
~ bud AZ asked do. 1866 Oh asked do. 1867
II asked do. coupon, now, 81 bid. Business
Is light on account Of the approaching holidays
aud small business dong. Whsat-Good TO
prime 70 l304liD Corn-Drv white o5s87 :;
yellow 9la92 Dat, 81. Rye l05 Pork quiet
at 81 50sS32 30. bacon quiet rib sides lss /;
clear do ~; shoulders l5! hams COAL. Lard
quiet ut leIal9 Whiskey dull at 97a9S
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
LOCAL NEWS.
CBURCH SERVICES, DC. SUNDAY

Girls: CLarch. Service At II $ M, by
Bishop White
81 Pads Ctarch Service a: II = m and
p. m, by Rev. DIR. Norton.
Grace Ch%rcl.-Seryice at II a. III and Il p
~. by Rev, d. +: Sprigg
81. Mary S.-Nass at and IL N and Yes
pers at 81 p. M
First eS5yterian.-- in the morning
by Rev, Mr.. McAtet, Sunday School Concert
at night.
ing and at light, ny Rev. j. D. Mitchell
Methodist Episcopal Church SOuth.-Sernon
10 the morning and at night BY Rev DR. Hough,
Methodist Episcopal -S4rm"n n he morn
ing and at night by Rev Mr., Haynes.
Methodist ProtestGn,.--SermO az II q. 10
and at :. p. m, by Rev. Mr.. Benson.
BGDtist.-Service in the morning AMI at night
by Rev. Mr. Ryland.
Village CtGpeL--Service IN the morning and
and ut night by Kev. Mr. Smiley.
AieecndTIa ChTisti0a association General
Prayer Meetingin The Meth. Prot. Church. at
o'clock p. m, and evOry evening during the
coming week in tho Associations new room, Sc
cond floor of No 90 King street, ut 4 clock.
A cordial welcome will he given To all who
will attend upon thess menrs of grace
MUTUAL Projection Meeting. - Pursuant
20 call the citizens OF Fairfax, residing 10 the
vicinity, met at the school house, halt a mile
from Cameron run, on the Telegraph road,
yesterday evening, Tor the purpose OF organic
ing means VI protection against the numerous
theits that have lately taken place. At eight
u. H. the meeting was called to order, Peyton
Ballanger appointed CHAIRMAN, Peter Pullman,
treasurer, and g. Mason, ir., secretary, --
twenty one members enroed then names --
Mr. Samuel Pullman proposed the distribution
of Il number ut tin horns fer the purpose OF
sounding al alarm in case oi any THEFT taking
place which was agreed t0-ayes -, noes .
and The horns were accordingly distributed.
Nh u ". F,ohol moved that patrol te or
yaDizra to net during thc rnsuinr week, agreed
to and MIR t. Pullman appointed captain,
with EIGHT mcu Ca motion OF Nh. Frobel
the captain was appointed Il special constable
By Samuel Putnam. j. T.. and the patrol di-
recied 10 20 mounted, aud each armed with a
Colts revolver. On motion of Mr. w. Is. Nc
CLUE committee OF five were appointed TO
meet next Monday at 6.3O p. III. to take
preliminary steps to permanently organize the
society. Five dollars were subscribed to meet
weekly expenses Ga motion of Mr.. ii. Peck
the meeting adjourned to meet at the same
place next Thursday December 30th at
seven p. IN. A cordial invitation was extended
to all property owners to Join Tor the benefits
of mutual protection.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

DEPARTURE OF A Horse THIEF Ephraim
Haynes, the maH who stole the horse OF Mr.
Weadon CIary, of Frederick county, Md, some
two weeks ago, and was arrested aud committed
to Jail in this city therefor, started from here
this morning under guard for Frederick City,
having been delivered upon a reQulsltlcn from
the Governor of Maryland
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

\ RARx CHANCE FOR BARGAINS FOR ALL
THOSE ~ WANT Of GARMISTs.-HavlnG no"
on hand an extraordinary largo stock OF Cloth
Inc md Gents Furnishing Goods snd b9ing
fully determined t. combine win my Pr9s,en'
business that of frst-class Merchant Tailor
iay. to facilitate which my stock has to be re-
I"C.d. no matter ut what sacrifice, all my
foods are offered at greatly reduced prices.
can sui, the most faatdious, AS well - the coun;
try merchant ny variety of fine Clothing and
stncI for wholesaling complete Call and sec
nov 70 s. DEALuAM, 81 King ST.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

POLICE REpORT-MAYoR's OFFICE Jas.
S;ms. for lisorderly conduct and rs vagrTn;.
MAS sent to the work house Tor thirty days
Iesse Lewis, colored, for stealing GhiSk ems
from Mossrs. Coggswill & Young, in the Mar
ket Square was committed FOR tnrther eA"'n'-
WATCH REPORT Night clear and tampera-
tnre moderate. There were coloroi balls II,
urooress at Fishtown and at the upper end 81
King street but they broke up ut Il o.cinGh
n;,Lont snv disorder There were no disturb
wn"G1 sn Hy G onortsr of The city, aud, consider
inc tho season, but little noise on the strne!s' =
six Six dodgers we're accommodated at the ""tcN
House
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

RENTING OF THE MARKET STANDS. 49, Blu
four OF the new vegetable stands in the market
advertised to be rented this morning, from date
till the first of May were disposed of as follows
one 10 B Delphy. toy s., one TOD I. CrUmp,
for Sc, one to Daniel Griffith, for s. aud one
to f. Lyles, for Sc.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
Fatally kuiUred.

NEW YORK, Dec 24.--Hon. John Huyer,
an ex member OF Congress, was knocked down
by u man named Alderman while crossing a
bridge over the lIackensack river at Hacsen.
sack New Jersey, and received injuries which
will probably prove fatal The attack is said
to have been made without any provocation.
The a,salaut was arrested and lodged in prison.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
From Canada.

1oRoNTo. December "a A bill to amend
the act incorporating the Erie and Niagara
railway company, and to change the name to
the Canada and Southern railway company
and also, bill incorporating the Canada and
Southwestern Air Line company, have passed
the Ontaro Parliament
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

LAND SLIDE.-A land slide occurred in o
cut on the Orange, Alexandria and Manassas
railroad yesterday near Markham station,
which INSTRUCTED the track, and caused trans
fer of the passengers on the trains which met
there, and a consequent delay OF about an hour
in the arrival al the passengers from Harrison
burg, aud delay of half day in the arrival Of
the freight trains from that point.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

A NoNDEscRIPT Mr. d. Howard has haC
Consigned 10 him for sale a dead animal about
the species.f which a great deal of doubt is en-
tertaiued. IL has the feet of calf hat thC
hide of wolf. The head was removed betor'
Mr.. Howard received it.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

The W. W. Corr The steamer ". W.
Colt, which until lately was on line between
this city and Norfolk, but was taken of ior
repairs, arrived at Norwich on Tuesday last,
She made the trip from Fortress Monroe to
Norwich 10 iorty-six hours, which is consider
ed quick passage.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

TuEFTs. On Tuesday night last the fowls of
Mr. George Bayless. who lives near Fort
Lyon, were stolen Several pigs have lately
been stolen in the same neighborhood indeed
it has become q matter Of surprise when night
passes in that vicoity without robbery
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

pvo,on1c,1s.-Lecnsrd Scott II Co, Now
YORK T"i have promptly rrpneiished the Deem
, Tsr su John part ,; Mystery of Passion rlays
Fnber's Life and Letters the FaroeSe SSss
Cornelius O'Dowas papers; Egypt Ant tug
tbe Country. This number is an interesting
one ,,., ,r tha Secretary
81 tbo Smithsonian Institution; the Amellc"n
sunday School Worker, snd the Little corp >
raj for January.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

RoBBERY.-A laborer employed by Mr.
Christopher Hide, on his place near the Aims
House, who the rest of the occupants were
watching the yard for thieves last night, rob
bed the house of large quantity Of clothing
and left for parts unknown
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
VALUABLE FOR SALE IN
Y HAppAHA MOCK CO., VA.

For sale, tho property known as the GEk-
MANY MILLS, situated shout two miles
rom the town OF Flint Hill, in Rappahannoek
rounty. on the graded road lealing from the
town # Front Royal to Culpener Ct House. ~, Z,
Attached to the mill are EIGHTEEN AC IN :,
~ GOOD productive bottom land. The mil IS
cnns,ruc cd with two water wheels, each OF eight
s een feet diameter with necessary machinery
for manufacturing donr and grinding all other the
grains and plaster. The stresm IS an excele. ~
ono s, nrcelv eve: failing to afford water 70
I"v, The MIL which is in lne wheat growing
region, and within about eight miles e.oe %,
the Msnassas Gap Railroad and Of easy access ess
from sll directions. 1t is = good location iol
notwithstanding Wool, aid in the hands OF an
enterprising capitalist can he msd" very val,
uable property Mr.. AexsndsF Cary h w We.b
;nnton. will receive otfors and show the prnper-
iilg''"' WIN JOHN JET
washington. Rapp co.,.Na. dec A-eolm
.Oo I,Rs GRAHAM FLOUR for SAFE by
D(N) a. WALL,
wv cOi King st,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
Military COMMANDER for Georgia

WASHINGTON, Dec. 24.-The President TO-.
day issued an order, through General Sherman,
assigning General Terry to the command of
Georgia. as district under the reconstruction
acts, III addition to his duties as commander Of
the Department of the South. The effect OF
this order will be to supercede Bullock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
Gold
e. ,orit. Dec 24.-Gold today l2t3

John II. Salmon who is indicted for the
murder Of his mother and brother in Albemarle
county about a month ago, arrived in Rich
mend last night IN charge OF officers Madison
and Gamble, OF that county, and was taken TO
The CITY iIi ior safe keening.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
aIiStiliery Burned.

PHILADELPHIA. Dee. 24.-Georpe Wiests
dlstilcry, 9th and Mister streets, was totally
destroyed by fire at one o'clock this morning.
Loss from $25, 00O to $50, 600.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

ALEXANDRIA LIBRARY rOMPANY.-The
committee to whom were referred the subject
of reorganization OF the Alexandria Library
Company will recommend the following plan to
the meeting to be held January 4th:
l Any person NAV become an active mem
Der Of tue library Company by paying , per
snuum in advance A failure to pay the an
nusl contribution when due forfets the right
Of membership
Any person mag become lite member by
paving $50 which shall be in full OF all de-
mand. during the life of such person
5. Any congregation may obtain perpetual
membership for their PASTOR by paying SoO
which shall entillc the pastor OF said congrega-
ton. whoever he may b., to the privileges OF
membership forev r
Any person msy have the use OF tho ihOrs-
~ without the other privileges of mem0oTshl2,
by paying 81 per year, or Zoe per month IN "d-
vance.
s The election Ut oiiC ara, the masking OF by
laws, and the general management OF Tue al,
fairs OF the company ehall be under the controi
of the active, lilo and perpetual members, out
Of whose numbers the precedent and directors
81 all be chosen
Owing to some misunderstanding the Library
rooms will not b. opened regularly until on and
after the night Of tuesday, the 18th lnstant.
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- /,

THE MARKRT wins kept open ",' ' "a
"a has hon VOL supplied with meats and
,egetsbles-and this morning, there was an
unusua! quantity of poultry OF All Xmas i'r
ss'e There will be no market tomorrow.
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Fined.

New YORK, Dec. 24,-rwo young South
erncr- were tiucd by the Hudson City Recorder
to day, ior eursing President Grant.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
VIE BURIAL OF LATAN f
Now lot just received at
ERENCHS

FKENCH'S
of that superb engraving on steel, THE BUR-
IAL OF LATANE. BY special arrangement
with the publishers am enabled to offer this
beautiful engraving at the low price Of So; or
icinal price $40 ~ rare opportunity is now
offered to procure real gem of art at a nomi-
nal price.
THE OLD AND NEW. now magazine !;
part now for SALE
Harper for January, 1870; Cooley, Leslie
Demorest and all the new magazines, English
an dAmerican.
just received beautiful line of Japanese
Goods, Cabinets, Glove Boxes, Handkerchief
Boxes Jewel Gases Curiootioo in straw Work,
Grape Top Straw Boxes and many other fine
articles of Lacquer Work-the hsndsomest
goods for presents ever offered in this market.
dec % g. +. FRENCH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

HOLIDAY GOODS.
BEAUTIFUL
GOODS FOR HOLIDAY PRESENTS
-rr ~E[REN CHS
BOOK & STATIONERY STORE,
40. 95 KING STRAIT
We are now opening one of the finest assert
ment5 Of beautiful and unique goods Tor Inc
Holidays ever offered in this market The lead
ing articles arc
BIBLES, PRAYER &HYMN BOOKS,
In Rich Antique ard Velvet Bindings;
full line of the choicest American and English
JUVENILE BOOKS
GAMES for little folks in great variety;
BUILDING and ALPHABET BLoChS,
BACKGAMMON BOARDS,
CHESS MEN AND BOARDS.
GLOVE and HANDKERCHIEF BONES,
in fine Russia and Vienna Leather.
FANCY IN KSTANDS, very handsome.
FINE GOLD PENS and PENCILS in gold
mounted, rubber and pearl cases. Very deslr-
able for Christmas Presents.
PHOTOGRAPH ALBUMS,
in every style;
SATCHELS AND TRAVELLING BAGS
in Turkey Morocco and Russia Lesther;
FINE WRITING DESKS,
in Mahogany, Rosewood, Satin Wood and
Leather, beautifully inlaid and very artistic IN
design and finish
PAPETERIE3,
in Morocco and Russia Leather;
PORTFOLIOS.
in great variety;
REAL TARTAN,
Scotch Wood Goods great variety,
WORK BOXES,
in great variety, now and unique styles;
LADIES COMPANIONS,
in Russia Leather;
FINE PORTE
CARD CASES,
POCKET KNIVES.
A Beautiful Collection OF
JAPANESE GOODS & LACQUER WARE,
Consisting OF
Richly Inlaid Cabinets,
Gard Receivers, Trays,
Handkerchief Boxes,
Work Boxes, Glove Boxes,
Magic Flowers,
Fish and Boats.
BEAUTIFUL BOXES.
in Straw Work, Chinese Tops,
JEWEL CASES,
Toilet Cases and Chinese Plates-besldes many
other Novelties in fine Lacquer Work.
The above is only n partial list of rich and
elegant goods, selected with special reference
to the coming HOLIDAYS, all of which have
been bought at the lowest cash prices, and will
be sold at the very lowest rates. 1t will afford
me pleasure to show those goods.
To parties who are unable to visit the city to
select Christmas presents, full information will
be cheertully given by letter
GEORGE F. FRENCH,
No 95 KING STREET,
dec 3 ALEXANDRIA, VA.
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TELEGRAPH NEWS.
Observation-Disclosures TO THEGAzETrE
DEArn Of EDWIN NJ. STANTON.

| WASiI!HGToN, Dec "a -Elwin NJ. Stanton,
Secr-ary War under President Lincoln, and
last w,et appointed and confirmed as Associate
JUS 49, ct hr Supreme Court OF she United
| Stats ii suddenly this morning at o clock
| of concession uf the heart Mr.. Stanton has
been Il b,i health for the past year or two, but
on / hun .ly, the l4th instant, he was suffering
50 muth if.m an attack OF the dropsy that he
was unable TO leave his room, aud since that
time h. has been confined to his house. Yes
not th,neh that he was in danger until about
halt past one clock this morning. when he was
taken worse, and sank rapidly, losing con
sciou,noss, aud in this condition. he died.
Nr SnntGn ga' born ia Strubenville on The
lqh OF December, 1915, aud wAs "a vcars OF
age last Sunday. He had been twice married;
having hcen married the second time to Miss
Hutchinson, Of PittSburg, Pa, about fourteen
years since, who is the mother of his three
youngest children.
His last moments were calm, and he appear.
ell to suffer bu, little. although speeches. and
unable to recognize his friends.
The following order was issued from the Tx
ecutve department early this morning
EXECUTIVE MANSION,
WASHINGTON, d. c.. Dec "a 1869.
The painful duty deyolves upon the Presi-
dent OF announcing to the people of the United
States the death Of one of its most distinguished
citizsns and faithful servants, the Hon. Edwin
NJ Stanton which occurred in this city at
early hour this morning.
III was distinguished in the councils Of the
nation during the entire period OF its recent
struggle Tor national existence; first as Attor-
ney General, and then as Secretary of War.
lie was uncessing in his labors, earnest and
fearless in tho assumption Of responsibilities
necessary 10 his countfy'S success, respected By
All good men and feared by wrong doors. In
his death tho bar, the bench and the nation sus
tain = great loss, which will DO mourned by sll
As Is mark OF respect TO his memory, it is or
dored that the Elk, cutive Mansion, and the
several Departments At Washington be draped
in mourning and that ell business be suspend
ed on the day Of the funeral.
PHILADELPHIA, Dec. "a. Flags are at half
mast OH Independence Hall and other public
buildings, and on many private buildings out
OF respect to the memory of the Hon. Edwin
NJ Stanton
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CHRISTMAS festivities The ceremonies
at the VI. f. Church, South, last night, upon
the occasion OF the distribution OF Christmas
gifts TO the children Of the Sabbath School at
tached to that church, We're of very interest.
ing character, and We're witnessed By Il large
number OF spectators. The programme was
a. follows; Anthem by the choir; prayer by
Rev. Presley B. Smith; singing by the chill
dren OF the Orphan Asylum; address by DIR.
IIouch, and singing. Tho distribution OF the
gifts to tho teachers was yery unusing-thc
gifts consisting Of small size trumpets, supple
Jacks, &C., OF like character.
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90 F.-The members OF Sare oS
doc No As, are dirc'tcd to meet to-m"rr .,
at p m to attend the funeral OF pro Men Nc - y
W. S.,,. Va Potomac Lodge ia fraternsIlV
invited TO attend ,nxorn V q
dec 4-lt JOHN -. AnHiEL-,
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O,HKISTMAS PRESENTS AT BERRY'S
I IN GREAT VARIETY

" y GhEhl ' ARIEL
Ladies' Lacs Collars, Cuffs and Handker-
chiefs, real and imitation French embroider-
ed sets in beautiful patterns.
Also, AL kinds Of Linen Collars, CuGs and
Handkerchiefs.
widths; Silk and Satin Sailor Ties; Roman
and Plain Bows in different patterns.
All kinds Of DOLLS; French Patent and
Unframed Leather Doll Heads; Beautiful WsN
Dolls with real 1axon cur!s, and Of all sizes AMI
at all prices.
Several new novelties in the TOY LINE
Bohemian Toile. Sets and Vase; Work Boxes
and Writing Desks OF beautiful w0r kmanshlp
Chns Cups ana SsUcegs, Tea and Dinner Sctt-,
Match Boxes, Soap Dishes, Watch Cases, Wa
Figures and Cnrl Baskets
JEWELRY in endless variety; Pcrinmc4
Necklaces md Sets; Bracelets. Arab and
shawl Pins, Sleeve Buttons and Watch Chains,
a cato Briliants, jet, Coral and many other
kinds of Scn..
Segar Stands, slipper Patterns in plain and
Tuded work Lubin's, Bnrncy's, PhHl0n,s and
other popular Perfumes; English and French
Hair Brushes. fancy and plain back. and all ar
ticles pertaining to tho toilet; Nj OF which are
suitable for HOLIDAY PRESENTS, and ara
TO be sold .. very low prices. Gil and exam
inc dee IA {. G. BERRY. u King s..
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s,UTY ITE w ~


y. BLON ID Ii Il Nj
Corner King and Fairfax sls., and loo h'hs ST.
l. Offering great bargains IN
WINTER CLOTHING.
t.I and SEQ him. utc II
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'1esIls Su!Y t1I
q Il IL ~ NN - : ~ -
CHRISTMAS GIFTS.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS.
Z. j. II L l. L 4 X
Has Just received an unusually large and
beautiful assortment OF
GOODS FOR THE holidays,
consisting of Plain White and Gold Band China
Dinner Sets; do. Tea Sets.
Decorated French China Vases
Rich Gilt and Decorated Mugs and Golfers
Paran Statuettes.
/" Vases,
&" Match Boxes.
Bohemian Glass Vases, very rich and elegant.
Bohemian Toilet Sets, Spoon Holders, Co
logne Bottles and Mugs, and TOYS for enid
rem in great variety, all of which are offered NJ
yery low prices Call and see them at
dec l5-lm 80 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24

GOODS FOR THE SEASON.
" Beautiful Tarltons for evening and party
dresses. in Pink, Blue, Green and White with
full stock of goods in Ibis line Call and see
them at
dec lS RORT. l.. WOODS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
DRY GOODS.

GOODS FOR THE SEASON.
VI We have especial bargains in Linen Cam
bric Hemmed Handkercheis, beautiful Tuck
cd and Corded Handkercbisfs, new style Black
Bordered handkerchief, Linen ana Lace Col
lars and Cuffs, with - great variety of goods in
this line, nj
dec l. ROBT L. WOODS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-24
SCHOOL EXHIBITION
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS.

y
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS.
THE METHODIST PROTESTANT SAB
BATH SCHOOL of Alexandria purposes Civ
ing an entertainment. at LIBERTY Nil, on
TIL ESDAY, tho 2sth of December, 1869.
= he entertainment will be of religious, NOR
al and amusing character, ana will consist o
the recitation of y number OF Poems, Disiogues
&c. and of the singing Of soma fine pieces o
music, several of which are select and have
not been heard by an Alexandria audience.
From the energy and spirit of emu atior
manifested by tho children in this enterprise,
we feel warranted in assuring TO those who
may encourage them by thor presence on thc
occasion an entertainment eGus! t. any OF the
kind heretofore had in this city.
Doors to be open at hsll-psst six O'Clock; the
exhibition TO commence at seven o'clock
Tickets for children under Il years, 10 cents
foi adults, % cents-to be obtained from WaE'
deld 81 Halls Drug store; Charles w. Green $
Variety store; james ". Nichols, At the Post
oiiice James II. Cation, at tho Court House
several children OF tie school, and ut tho door
o. the hall.
dec DIV J. TACEY, Sup't.
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ROBT. L. WOODS.
I ARGE LOT OF GOODS.

Received today very large and complete
assortment of Uottons, Calicoes. Cloths, low
priced Dress Goods, Blankets, Shawls and all
goods in our line.
dec 10 ROBr. l.. WOOD.