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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

FAIRFAX COUNTY CoURT.-At the Deem
Der term of the County Court of Fairfax. held
this week, by Judge Cockerile, there was a
decision of the court interesting to Justices,
in the case of jenkins VS.. Bixler The plain
tiff claimed debt of S5l, and 10 order to give
the Justice jurisdiction abatcd or released one
dollar and warranted for fifty On judgment
an appeal was taken ard court sustained the
point, deciding that plaintiff may release q
portion Of hi, debt and warrant for the residue,
though be would NOT be allowed to divide it
and bring several warrants, covering an amount
10 gross exceeding the Justice jurisdiction.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

NEW York, Dec. 22-Stocks easier. Colo
l0t. Money easy at 7 in gold. Va. C's, cx
coupon, Ct; do new "a. -Four quiet ano
firm. Wheat quiet and firm. Corn scarce bu
firm.
BALTIMORE, Dec. 22.-Va. sizes old, 5O4
bid 81 asked So 1885, 60 bid do 1867, Sc bid.
Cotton quiet. Flour firm and active. Wheat
dull for common; choice firm and IN fair de-
mand choice white 17OalS5; fair to prime
l4Oal6O; prime to choice red l65al80; fair to
GOOD l35al6O; common l2Oal30; Ohio and In
diana l37al4O. Corn-receipts ight-white
73a75; yellow 72,73. Oats active and higher
at 5la54
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

VIRGINIA PosTMAsTERs.-At Rice's store,
Westmoreland county, Hiram w. HUT is ap
pointed Postmaster, vice Lampkin Mcclure,
resigned. At Hague, Westmoreland county,
Richard A. Caybrook is appointed Postmaster,
vice William p. Gowan, declined.
Virginia Route No. 735.- narlisonburg
70 Tenth Legion. contract is ordered with Joba
Kelly, of Hsrrisonbars, Va, to coavey mails
from Iarrisonburg by Merose and Lacy Spring
TO Tenth Legion, and back three times a week,
from 1st August 1870, to 2Oih June 1871, at
$3.50 per anpum.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

ANOLD BIaD.-A red bird was brought to
market this morning and purchased by a res
tauFant keeper, which, it is said, has been
identified by an old resident OF the city as the
same bird that escaped from bird fancler
mere twenty or twenty-five years ago. Some
remarkable popularity about the head of the
bird vas the means OF its Identification.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
TO SICKLY PERSONS.

To persons who are weak and sickly, the use
health and strength. Physiriana. clergymen
and temperance advocates should encourage
the use Of the Port Grape Wine, and thus aid
the cause Of temperance and moderation We
especially recommend il to families for it's pur-
Medical men certify to its valuable medicinal
powers. We understand that Mr.. Speer has
been for years engaged in preparing and per.
fecting it, and that it requires Jour wears
process before it is fit for markert..-N 7.
BAPTIST.
Our druggists have procured some. direct
from tho vineyard 1t is excellent for females
to use dec 19-1w.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
From Santa Fee.

SANTA FE, Dec. GA telegram was
received from Washington to-day announcing
that the authorities there had decided that
the proposed session Of the Legislature for
this territory was illegal. The Legislature
Immediately adjourned until December, 1871.
The weather is very cold. The thermometer
was 3 degrees below zero last night. About
four ipches of snow arc on the ground.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

POLICE Report. There was nothing going
on at police headquarters this morning worthy
OF mention.
MAYORS OFFICE. -Marparct Lucas, white,
and John Colston, colorcd. for fighting and
disordery conduct, were fined and discharged.
Michael Madden, soldier from Fort Wash
ingtou, tor drunkenness, was locked up in the
Station House.
NIGHT REpoRT-Night clear and cold
There were no Disturbances in any quarter OF
the city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

DANGEROUS. The pavements in front OIL
many houses 10 different quarters of the city
are in dangerous condition, by reason of the
ice that has been allowed to form upon them.
There is an ordinance of the corporation re-
quiring occupiers of property to keep tbs side
walks ct their premises clear Of 10, an | it is
toe in,eu,ion OF the Mayor to see that its pro-
visions are carried ou:.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
PhiIadeIphia Election.

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 22-The return judges
have completed the counting of the votes and
given the certificate to Deckert, the Democra-
tic candidate for Senator. No returns were
thrown out, and the majority is not materially
changed from tho result as before published.
A large police force were on duty 10 the neigh
borhood but no difficulty occurred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

STOLEN GOODS RECOGNIZED. The articles
found in bloody bag concealed in the WOODS
in this county, last week, have been recognized
as some of the things stolen from MIR. Lewis,
near Clouds Mill, when that gentlemau's house
WIS rnhhed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

BROKEN WATER P1PEs.-The water pipes
in many houses were broken last night by the
expansion Of the ice formed in them, and
some damage has consequently been occasion
ed to the premises in which the accidents oc
cured. Tbs main ct the Intersection of Cam.
eron and Union streets bursted yesterday
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

The Washington Patriot of this morning
saws: We are Informed that yesterday the
Virgins Telegraph Company entered into 8
contract for the construction of telegraph
line from Alexandria to Harriso1burg.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

COMMON COUNCIL.-TEe attempt to have a
meeting of the Common Council last night
proved failure, as had several preceding sim
liar efforts. Nine members appeared in the
chamber at intervals during the evening, but a
quorum was never present at time. Tho
evening appointed for the next meeting is that
of Tuesday next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

LAND SALE.-Messrs Brawner Il Co., Rea
Estate Brokers of this city, have sold tract
of tim bered land near Herndon, in Fairfax
county, belonging to Il. NJ. Weir, esq.,, con
tanning 3S4 acres. TO Mr.. Edward G. Hight
Of Cumberland county, Maine, for s5,7T5.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
CHARLES WHlT"i'i..EsiEE,
U. S. COAiLLlS SIONEis,
aTTORNE T AID COS NSEbLOE y
4.

hllORN AZ - VS. IJtI)lb
BAit NhHnTCi.
Congress having jus. ,:.-ondcd the Bankrupt
law so that neariy q! p&rtios caG pc discharged
from their debts un05st.uctt;, by Inc fifty pc"
cent clause so. called, another opportunity Of
icrs TO secure the benefits ot this most effective
and permanent measure OF relief. iho above
named will make bankrupt business sspecisly;
will procure discharges on tho most modcrsto
terms, and transact all business in tha. line al
prices which cannot fail 70 Dc satisfactory. Be-
ing U. S. Commissioner, he viii endeuv@r 10
visit the different c0untios 2Ou!. days, and
thus savo parties tho trouble end expense Of
several trips to Alcxand!H in tee; ming and
proceeding with their eases. Discharges can
be obtained here before EcSst@r Kill rs prompt
" rs in Richmond or elsewhere. and s.. much
less expense to parties /. may be added that
the Bankrupt ret, in connection with the
Homestead exemption, which it is now bel owed
will te secured TO the bankrupt undc' the banK-
rupt law is the only real relief no" offered 70
parties struggling in tho hopeless bondage OF
old debts. Address personally Or by letter ct
No. II south Royal street, Alexandria, iylG.1y
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

DRINKING LIsT.-The police of Altoona
supply bar room, with official lists of persons
TO whom liquor may not be safely sold. Such
list in this city would be rather formidable.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
GETTING MARRIED,

the propriety or improperly of getting Married,
with sanitary help for those who feel unified
for matrimonial happiness. Sent free, i'll sealed
envelopes. Address HOWARD ASSOCIA-
TON, Box 2, PHILADELPHIA, Pa. sep l9-3m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
Fire.

MEMPHIS, Tenn, D.c. % The cotton
ginuery OF N. W. Speers, corner OF Mulberry
and Vance streets, was burned this evening"
Loss $4,000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

ATTEMPTS AT RoBBERY.-Se attempts
at burglary have been detected and their exccu
ton prevented during the last lew nights. 1t
bchoovcs all now to he especially careful in
securing their premises at nightfall.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

70 CoRREsPoNDENTs. "A letter trnm Lrud
oun containing land assessments, Essay
on Preiuica'' -''H''- &C., are on file Tor early
insertion
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

~ THE MET6oDISTs of Manassas are to
have Christmas Tree Festival on Cnrls;mas
Eve; IN Anniversary jubilee of Sabbath
School on Christmas Day, with an address from
Hon. Roscoe G. Greene, Of Petersburg and
AT Oyster Supper and Festival on Friday night
December 80, TO pay for their new Cabinet Or-
gan. Manassas, dec 17-eoSt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

PoRK.-This cold weather will make it 20
hard With fat hogs that have thus tar escaped
slaughter. Large numbers of dead porkers
arc now coming TO town.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

ALARM OF FIRE-The alarm of fire about
six o'clock yesterday evening was caused by
the burning of chimney of n house ON Patrick
street, between Cameron and Queen.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

HOLLIS! DOLLS! DOLLS!
~ Doll Heads, Bodies. Arms, &c have
now in sore one OF the mrgcst stocks ard best
asso1i1nents Of Crying. Talking Sleeping and
Plain Dolls ever offered in This city, embracing
every variety and price. Dolls from Sc to s.:
Having made my purchases Of HOLIDAY
PRESENTS on very advantageous terms, |
am enabled to sell ct the very lowest prices
Gall aid cxan.na ny stock, and be convinced
OF low prices snd fair dealings
dec Il; G. G. BERRY, II King St.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
THE CONFESSIONS OF AN INVALID

THE CONFESSIONS OF AN INVALID.
Published for the benefit of Young Men who
suffer from Nervous Debility, ETC.; also q
Guidance for the nervous of both sexes, young
and old each work supplying the means of
self cure. Written by one who cured himself,
and sent free on receiving postpaid directed
envelope. Address
NATHANIEL MAYFAIR,
nov 24-eo1m Brooklyn, N. I.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
THE HOLIDAYS.
EAT EXCITEM e N tt
u
WONDERFUL DEVELOPMENT

sew attractions Of the GREAT DOLLAE
ENGIS + brought to light daily.
Gut received tho third %. OF this gem OF inc
scas l. ; ai>c, the Scientific Attachment t. IN,
''cIar Engi1e. showing the coHt;lu:ncc o.
81. Int. Price :5c
ho~ RcPs Annual for Christmas; Lnslish
cipy; 90.
rhe silver Bow, being the Christmas part Of
the Q vcr; English &c.
English society; Christmas number; soc.
London Society; Christmas number; 6lc.
= Il" Ugh. OF the World and other Poems
fer lho Hcli1nys; ! vol, cloth, 50; Turkey
Morocco 50.
New Books and Games, Gne Russia leather
and Vierna goods in great varvtv. Receiving
novelties daily.
dec II GEO. Z. FRENCH.
PECIAh ATTENT TOM
IN GEO. McBURNEY s. son, IN
l ~ KING STREET, W
Has Just received end opened srge stock Of
FANCY GROCERIES, WINES and LILO
ooN' '0' '"S c af9iSiA5i GOODS.
Pineapple, Early Sweet Corn,
Fresh Peaches, Green Peas,
- Eas2borries, Lima Beans,
" Tears, Star LobsteTs
Tomatoes, Fresh Salmon,
g Strawberries, Cove Oysters.
Brandy Peaches.
Turkish PruIcs Layer Raisins,
Dates, Figs Whole, and / boxes,
SultanaSeed loss HaiainE, Valencia do,
German Dried Pears, Citron, Lemons.
Gran berries, Currants.
Fiiberts, Soft Shell Almonds,
Palm Nuts, English Walnut5,
PGccns.
English and American Pickles. Worcester
shire Sauce, Mushroom, Walnut and Tomato
Cntsups, Sardincs, Salad Dressing, Olives,
French Mustard, Bordeaux Oil, Galatine, Sea
Moss, ina. Jelly, London Biscuits, Edenburg
4 lbert Biscuits, Pure Apple Cider choice
Mince Meat, &c.
Tea years old Baker Ryo Whisky.
Cid Nectar I"
Cid Cabinet
Ola Pelevoisn French Brandy.
Blackberry
sherry, Port, Madeira and Cooking Wines.
London Alo and Porter
Choice Cigars, smoking and Chewing Tobac-
co, &C. dec tim
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
Arrived.
The Nj arketS

New YoRK, Dec. 22.-Arrivcd, the Gu
ing Star, from Bremen.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
Ha=z-a
DIED.

In the civ of Baltimore, on Wednesday, the
DIST Instant. LAURA, daughter of j. Il Nc
Weigh, Of Alexandria. @-Thc friends, of the
family are invited to attend her funeral from
the residence of her father, III Queen street. on
Friday, the Esd instant, at II clock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

EADY FOR THE UOLlDATS--Have
r. opened this day and ole. to the public and
days, consisting OF the best Layer kaisns,
Whole boxes, halves and qua:.2rs Nuts Ct all
kinds, Filberts English W"!n"ts, Soft Shell
Almonds, Pecans, etc.; the best. ireScrvcd
Canton Ginger, fresh and very nice; CI!ron'
Currants, Soedless Basins, tiSS' b. the crum,
kinds, Liquid konae., Cox's Ga!etine, Mlnco
Meat. prepared expressly for family use Can
ned Goods of all kinds, Elmo Now York huck-
who's. and Teas, theyory best Green and Black.
by Teas are selected with rauch care and any
give me efaH c&il &Tio Yarmouth Sugar Corn.
tho bcs. in tho world, for s%!a by
" 7. BRCOKES,
nov 90 170 King s., Dove Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

FoF THE HOLD a Y 5 :
AVERY & WILSON,
22G King st, cor. Alfred.
Invite attention to their largo and we'll Sc
leGted stock Of
FINE FAMILY GROCHRl rs u LiQ UOkS,
suitable for the approaching holidays.
LAYER Rsis;ns, in whole. half and quar-. boxes.
Valencia Raisins, Heedicss Ral;ns,
Zanto Currsrt:, Cltron,
Fishers MiDce Meat, Flavorlng Extracts,
Pure Spiccs, Sea Moss Farine,
Cox's Gelatine. Duryea's Corn Starch;
Hecker's FarjnH, Preserved Ginger,
Brandy Peaches, French Mustard,
Ssrdincs, Lobsters,
Olive Oil, Catsups,
English Sauces. Sweet Cider,
Canned Fruits and Vegetables, English and
American Pickles. &c, &c.
WINES AMI LIQUORS.
Genuine Old Baker Whi:key, Hanger w his
key, Thompson's Pure Rye Whiskcy and other
choice brands; Port, Madeira and Sherry
Wines of genuine Importation; Cooking Wines,
Jamsica Spirits, ~ f. Rum, Pure Holland
Gin, French and Domestic B'andics, DC, &c:
Ali goods sold at the very lowest prices and
delivered free Ct charge.
AVERY s. DAVIDSON,
deco 22G King St., cor. Alfred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
MILLINERY, FANCY s. LADIES FUR
NISHING GOODS.

MILLINERY, FANCY s. LADIES FUR
NISHING GOODS.
Fine Beaver HITS s.. so, &c AID IL; Ostrich
Feathers at b9c, re and ST. elegant Flowers
from 25c to 7:cs pray; EoaEc. Ve.vcts from
= 80 to II 50 3 yard. the best. rad Veyeteers
from 75c to 81 Is. tao very best. per yard;
Lscrs, Gimpu:e Throsd, Nr>ler c;cEn"a Du:chcss
and Point Applique and six Laccs Ill grades
elegant sash Rib;on from I5c !" - Z5 per yard;
s;lenGid trim med Bpnnet: nn1 Hats from a "
10 s.; Hosiery, Gloves sni llandHerch!e!$
Linen Collars and Cuffs, in every variety ard
nj tho Lowest market rates Co.scts rom IJc 4"
81, tho very best imported; Ladies' Vests GOOD
nIsli1y. from 75c 20 81; ~ elegant nss0rtrne'.S
Children's Furs from ) CO 80 81 - y ST. Lndlc5
FUR. from % to Sc 4 SCI. ;h" h@s. 81 mink.
- Hats trimmed wi.kcu. charge.
Washington, doc ;-1;r
TXTRA FAMILY EACO,, SAUSAGE
lOCGO lbs choice FAMILY Bacon, Of rAy
own curing, consisting Of Hms, GH"uiGcTF;
Sides and Breast Pieces.
MINCE ard SAUSAGE MEAT: prepared
5y myself with the 9rea..es. care.
Alsc choice StlUHn BEHF RNit DS, With
= large supply OF pure LEhE LHi:" oHrr":aIE
for t.miiy usc pI: up in jars, kcT* hnc III KIN
~ -nr;nrs sizes together with :. 'ui SIr;:y -
FINE FAMILY GiiHCgR!E>5
consisting in par. Of Teas, Coffee, sugar, Cur
rants. Basins Ci:r0n, &c, with Constant sup
pl,, Of prime Roll HUTTEK, am" :. G'.r stock
Of choice WINES I'D LIQUD"S
Fer All Of which, !. ycg want 81 b. !!t;'sei IA
''''''' sAirL.j. iiEFD.
dcc Ii a south Fairfax street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

II "GAUEG0JD6S5i' LAUr vUUUol
Fine assortment OF Lace Handkerchiefs, Col
lars and Cuff, Linen Embroidered Collars and
Cuffs, separate and in sets ; Gents fine Linen
Herns!itched and Embroidered HHndEerchiefs,
al Of which will make nice holiday present.
dec 10 &C. BERRY, Agent
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
DAVY s. HARMON.
NOR CHRISTMAS PRESENTS.

4 -
We would ask the attention OF Tho public st
this season to our largo stock Of SEWING
MACHINES, ct prices ranging from $50 to
SlO5.
Since We introduced tho plan of selling By
monthly instalments, our sales have increased
very much, and i. has given mutusl satisfaction.
NO moro acceptable present can be n!ado to a
lady than reliable Sowing Machine. We
have also on hand all the necessary attach.
menta, such as Goodrich's Tlck-msker, Cord
ers, Hemmers, Felers SC.
We will be pleased to exhibit tho machine TO
parties Interested. Circulars, with samples Of
work, &C., can be had upon application.
dec l3 4. S. LEADBEATER s. BIO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
II TuOHFTuT C. Z. JOYCE
Y COX 70 YOUE INTEREST,"
WGOUi WOOD WOOD
"a WE'D AND SPLIT WOOD.

WOOUi WOOD W 90 ID
SAWED And SPLIT WOOD.
Having started 8 Wood Yard with saving
prepnrr & l., furnish the citizens Of hlexGndris
with SAWED and SPLIT WOOD AZ short no.
ticn end loves. rates.
Ne invite :hc public to give lie call st our
yard corner Of Fsirfax and Qacen streets, i'd
joiri:::. Hi<hcill s. Ioogc's Plancing Mill, or
ia.vn ,heir orders at Lunt's Drug Store. corner
King end Washington streets; BeEn.tts Lamp
Store; 40 KIM street; Cogans Lamp Store
north i,nyal s:root; Wsrliad S Halls Drug
store, corner Fairfax and Prince st. All or.
Gcrs will be promptly FLED: ,,1.cr
dec Sim THORNTON g JOYCE.
~ Office 70 GAS CONSUMERS.
Bills Tor .he quarter ending December 18Th
are now ready Tor delivery. On ell bills psid
on or before the first OF January, 1911. q dis
{. unt CT ter per cant will DO allowed. II
not paid By the lG.A &C Janusrv, the flo" Of gas
will be stopped. D. ROABOhi
dec lit Superintendent.
NOTICg-FIKSr NATIONAL BANK OF
~ hLHXANDRIA.-Th Bank viii be
closed on Monday The 26.h Instant. Also, On
Mondsy. January "a. All paper, due on those
DAYS Is required % be paid on the Saturdays
preceding. CIho. IL HOUr r.,
dec 2l-2! Ceshlor.
aTOTHIEG moro s=rvicesbe, and for ch cap
ihcso prstty LkCT TRIMMED LINEN
DOLLARS and CUFFS thst can be found 1T
dec II Mrs. G. L. SIMPSONS.
AIDES FEEBLE CASES.
Convenient for the work box-none complete
without them-iust received ct
Gee 10 WILMER s. SLAYMAKEES.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

No""' HIfAnI3as UEFICE, Dsc. ~, 1911.
For tho better preservation of good order In
this city during the Holidays, ali persons will
take notice that the gniting OF fire crack.
o 8, also the discharging of all kinds of
FIRE arms or any composition of gunpowder
The laws of the Corporation will be rigdly On.
forced against ali offenders. Special policemen
will be employed. The whole force will be un;
der command OF Capt. James Webster, assisted
By Lieut.. John l.. Smith.
dec 22-3t HUGH LATHAM, Mayor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
GLOVE RISE FL,
TIMOTHY J.,

CLOVERSEEt,
TIMOTHY,
ORCHARD GE:A%ss;,
KENTUCKY BLUE srd =
HERDS GRASS SEEDS,
constantly on hand ard for sale by
J.HEHtT GiESE,
u Spear; wharE
dor 1n-3w Baltimore.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
Nv Beck. Knox KerDy,

Real Estate Agents and AuctlOneers.I
DUBLIC SALE OF LANDRY virtue Of q
i decree of the Circuit Court of Alexandria
county, rendered in the cause of J. j. Bogue
vs. Thos Simmons administrator ct al, I shall,
on SATURDAY. the 2lst day of January, 1871,
at II o'clock No., in front of the Mayors office,
TRACT OF LAND. in said county. of which
Thomas Simmons died seized situated on the
Phillips road, about 2. miles from Georgetown
and one milo from the Little Fall, Bridge, ad.
joining Vandorwerken, and containing 27d
acres
Terms of sale Enough cash in hand to pay
the expenses of sale and costs of suit, and the
residue in three equal instalments at one, two
and three years, with interest, the purchaser to
give bond the title 10 be retained, and the cash
payment forfeited should he fail to meet the de.
ferred payments n. DULANY BALL.
dec 22-lawts Comm'r. OF Sale.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

HOLIDAY GOODSI
II Booking Horses Sprin, Horses, Propel.
ers, Fancy Sleighs, Shoe Fly Rockers, Toy
Extension Tables, Cradles, Doll Carriages from
81 to So each, Fancy Willow end Camp Chairs,
and hundrnd Of other articles in this line, are
offered at The lowest possible figures.
CHAS. W. GREEN,
dec II 70 King street
:7EVE AND TEN CENT TOYS, wholesale
L and rctaiI in quantities of from one TO o
thousand ct CHAS. W. GREENS,
dec 10 g King street.
Y MAS, 1870.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

HOLIDAY GOODS AT G. VI. GREENS.
II Is King street
Writing Desks Work Boxes, Cigar Stands.
Fancy Ink Stands, and O Thousand other useful
and ornamental articles, all OF which will hc
sold at sstonishing.y low prices.
Gs~ No trouble 10 exhibit stock dec IL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
REDUCTION IN PRICES!

II. KING, JR.,
MASONIC TEMPLE, COR. 1th x SITS.
Washington. >. =.
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DRUG sT0R T.

lust OPENED BY WIN. N. BERKLEY.
"a Fancy Cassimeres; Cd do.
Pulled Cloths, Sat'inels,
Red Blue and Grey Tw!llcd FIannels.
Corderoy, Kentucky jeans.
Beuchod and Brown Cottoni,
Fancy Prints, more of those cheap Towels,
&c, Sc Invite al to call dec Il
~ OTICF-Having duly qualified IS Admin
~ istratr;x on the estate OF GEORGES L..
HENDERSON, Decd, he CD. give notice
to all persons indebted to the said estate to
make immediato payment, ard to all persons
who have claims against tho said estate 10 pre-
sent th en- to me for settlement
GkORGEANNA HENDERSON.
dec 19-law4w Administering.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

A HANDSOME HOLIDAY PRESENT.
r What more suitable present to your wife,
daughter or friend t;:nn u tir@t-cIsss SEWING
MACHINE? Then buy tbs. one which is best
for sll kinds Of sewing, which is Singers New
Family Sewing Machine. Eighty Of these ma
chimes have been sold in this city during tho
pas. yca-. Buy ore fron
G. &. BERRY, Agent,
dee lG ~ King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

&S- Useful AMI Ornamental Articles 81. iUc
zoe. Csc, 40c SOC, and 81. aro especially attrnc-
tive, and parties wishing 20 invest small tr
large amounts car do 50 more judciou:!r in
our own city than elsewhere
CHAS. ". GREEH,
Ioolo GG King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22
HOLIDAY PRES ENT;S

IT Oh ID a 7 ? 7 HS f = rs.
Toilet Sets, B ,hemian Vases. Farian Fig
arcs, China Ornaments, &c
Large stock of the above goods just received.
Prices as cheap as the cheapest. Great variety
and beautiful patterns. Would call especia
attention 10 my stock Of Toilet Sets, which is
both large and cheap, and is just the thing for
q handsome Holiday present. Call and exam
inc; no trouble to show goods.
den IL &C. Berry. - King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

v MAS, 1870.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-12-22

. , >, :,
Another lot of those Nonpsrsil finish, Twill
led and Plsin-very cheap.
dec % WILMER & SLAYhAKER.