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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
VICTOR SEWING MACHINES.

Among its many points Of excellence may be
mentioned that it is the only lock stitch mnchinc
that has its needle sclt-settlng. The needle can
not be set wrong.
1t has shuttlc-carrier that obvatcs all rrc-
ton of shuttle, rendering tho machine nearly
noiseess.
1t has a self adjusting bobbin-winlcr, rcquir-
ing no change to wind the bobbin.
Combines all the latest improvements, having
no wires or spiral springs connected with It's
working parts.
1t has u positive thread controller and tension,
requiring no change in sewing from the finest to
the heaviest material.
The new patent shuttle is the most convenient
and perfect working shuttle in USE The tension
does not change from fail to IN empty bobtin.
1t is SO easily operated that it requires littl ;
instruction, and there is nothing in it TO get out
of perfect working order. 1t will stitch, hem,
fell bind, cord, gather, quilt, hcm-s.itch, en-
broider, braid, &c, with rs much beauty and
perfection rs any machine before the public
J. FERGUSON'S
HAIR AND FANCY GOODS STORE,
c. King st., near Fairfax st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
From New York.

New York. April l2.-Mrs Lucy Raymond,
who has been locked up the past week with
Mrs. Meyers in hope she would learn some
thing of the Goodrich murder, left the Jail last
night. Mrs. Meyers continuing to be The par
rot that never talks.
Matthew Morrison, aged 50, arrested on sus-
picion of killing Mary Pagan on the night OF
March 18th, died last nighs in Bellevue hos
pital. He twice attempted suicide.
N. kcnho Hirosanna, young japanese
nobleman, studying in the Brook llyn Pulytcch-
mic Institute, died Wednesday and will be bur-
led in Greenwood cemetery at his own rpllcst
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
The Strike Failure.

New YORK, April l2.-At a meeting Of
gas men last nj ght James Connolly President
of the State Workingmcn's Assembly made a
speech 10 which he said that the strike had
only just commenced The gasmcn's orgauiza-
ton had not been idle and will make such Il
whole II the ranks of the police who dubbed
and otherwise committed indignities upon them
while engaged in legitimate and peaceful de-
monstration within six days as will surprise
them" A resolution passed unanimously con-
dcmning the action of the Emigration Commits
sioners in furnishing foreigners to take the
places of the strikers
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
Weather Report.
W Az IJEPAKTME NT,
OFFICE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER,


WASHINGTON, April y, II u. NJ.
Probabilities The storm centre off the Mid
die Atlantic coast probably move northcastward
over southern New England and Massachusetts
Bay. A storm centre develop in the Missouri
valley, For New England northeast wind in
creasiDg to brisk with cloud and rain. For the
lower Lakes northeast and northwest winds and
cloudy and threatening weather. For the
South Atlantic States continued northwest
winds and partly cloudy weather. For the
Western Gulf States diminishing northery
winds followed Saturday evening by cast aud
south winds. For the Ohio valley diminishing
winds rising barometer and generally clear
weather For the upper Lakes, Missouri valley
and the Northwest falling barometer rising
temperature and sourherly winds followed Sat
urday evening by threatening weather in Min
nesota, preceding a storm centre in the OK
tre,ne northwest.
Cautionary signals continue at Wilmington
and Norfnlk aud are ordered for Boston, Port
land agd Easport.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

COOP FR1DAY.-St. Mary's Church was
througed last night to witness the Good Friday
services. The pastor, Rev. D. O'Kane, opened
the services by the recitation Of the decades of
'the Rosary which treat of the passion and
death of Christ. Rev. Daniel Boone, of 10y
ola College, Baltimore, preached on original
sin and its expiation on the cross by Jesus
Christ. The Rev. Speaker held his audience
in wrapt attention for nearly forty minutes, and
After the sermon Father O'Kane read the
prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and dis
missed the congregation. This morning Rev.
e. Cicaterri oficated and performed the usual
ceremonies Of the blessing of the fire, of the
paschal candle, and the baptismal water. AT
the Gloria" the bells were rung in token of
the joy that ensued at the Resurrection Of
Christ
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
By Green a. Wise.

[Rca Estate Agents and AuctiUncers.l
A SSlGSEE'S SALE OF A TWU-STURY
II BRICK DWELLING AND LOT OF
GROUND-By order of the District Court of
the United States for the Eastern District Of Vir-
GINA in the case of NJ. Eldridge u Co., bank
rupts the undersigned Will expose for sale, by
public auction in front of the Mansion House,
in the city ofAlexandria Va, on SATURDAY
the 18th of April, 1873 at y O'clock m t t5:=:a
BRICK TEN MEN L and LOT OF . ILL!
GROUND, on the west side of Water street, be-
tween Gibbon and Franklin, in said city of Al
exandria fronting on Water street p feet, and
running back l23 feet inches being the proper
ty conveyed to NJ. Eldridgc and +. y. Reed by
VIM. N. Goodhand and others
Terms OF Sale: Onc-third of the purchase
money to be paid in cash, and tho residue in
three instalments of three, nine and twelve
months; the notes of the purchaser to be taken
for the deferred payments, with interest from
the day of sale, and the title to be retain until
all the purchase money be paid.
NH cots H. S. WATTLES Assignee.
GaS-The above sale is postponed until SAT-
URDAY, April 10Th. Al Its
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
Public Hanging on King Street!

Tie sac,ifcc Of an Alerand1in citizen for the
public goot!
Notwithstanding the prevalence Of crime of
late, it is our duty to announce that M esteemed
citizen of our town, Mr. Simon Blondheim) a
few days ago, sacrificed great deal of money
in order to publicly hang out before his store,
corner King and Fairfax streets, samples of the
best and largest assortment Of Spring Suits ever
seen IN Alexandria. They embrace all varieties
of goods of the latest and most sshionablesty
Gentlemen, after seeing what hangs out, will
please not hang back, but come inside and
choose for themselves, and never after need they
hang their heads and say "oh, hang it, | am not
q well dressed man." up ii
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
Illness Of the Pope.

LONDON, April 12.-Dispatches from Rome
represent the illness Of the Pope as serious,
the disease from which he is suffering being
rhumatic fever, accompanied by an liberated
leg. On Thursday his condition was the cause
of much anxiety at the Vatican. The usual
Easter services in the Catholic Churches
throughout England will be curtaled in consc-
aucnce Of the sickness Of the Holy Father.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
The M0IOcS.

New YORK April IA lava bed camp
dispatch says General Gillian has sent word to
Captain Jack that he does not propose to leave
that region until he takes him and his tribe
with him. Another week will probably settle
the MOdoc difficulty.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
An Important Affair

CONCERNING ALL TIE PEOPLE OF THE STATE |
WHEREAS we, the undersigned, IN body AS
scmbled have come to y serious conclusion upon
one fact. and we hesitate not in informing every
man, woman and child Of said fact, viz
That sftcra close nvestlg atlon wehave beyond
u doub, found the cheapest and best CLOTHING
and GFNTS FURNISHING GOODS, &c, in
the CITY at 5. BLONDHElMS, corner King
and Fairfax streets. (Sgncd)
JOHN CASH.
JAMES QUICKSALEs.
ap 1-3m HENRY SMALLPKoFlrs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
A Fall.

PHILADELPHIA, April, 10 At Newark,
Delaware yesterday James Bush son of DIR.
L. 2. Bush of Wilmington, while trying to hide
from fellow student clambcrcd to the tor Of
the college cupola by means OF the outside lat
tic work On ascending second time one OF
the seats broke and he fell to the roof and thence
to the ground distance of fifty five feet. His
injuries are very serious and his recovery is
doubtful.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
DiDOInatic Dinner.

BERLIN, April l2-Hon. George Bancroft,
the American Minister, yesterday entertained
at dinner Herr Lasker, number Of the Prus-
sian Diet, who at the last session originated
the inquiry into the alleged corruption in pro-
curing railway concessions
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

GEOLOGICAL QUEsTIoN.-An Indian arrow
point, pctri6ed acorn and some we'll preserv-
ed roots of marsh alder were found yesterday,
thirty feet below the surface of the ground by
the workmcn engaged in digging a we'll for
MIR. Laauou 90 PITT, between Queen and Came.
ron streets A few inches below that poiut
rock was struck aud water spouted up SO rapid
ly that the workmcn had to be hoisted out of
the well quickly
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

CLOSE OF LENr-With to-day, Easter
Even" or "IIoly Saturday." closes Lent.
To-day is commenorated the rest of Christ's
body 10 the grave and His visit to ''the place
of departed spirits" Tomorrow the Church
emergcs FROM the gloom and sadness Of Lent
and takes up once more the triumphant songs
of Easter
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
The Markets.

BALTIMORE, April l2.-Va skies, consolidated
53i do new 49I. West Va. skies l33 bid. Cot.
ton dull; low middngs lStalS!. Flour dull and
unchanged. Wheat firm in good demand and
stock scarce Corn dull; white Southern 6S;
yellow do. 81; mixed Western Gil. Oats active
and firm; Southern 49a522;; Western mixed IA
As do white 10. Rye firm and unchanged
Hay firm and 10 good demand; Western 26a
$50. Provisions dull and unchanged.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
The Weather.

PHILADELPHIA, April l2.-It has been rain
ing all the morning. Large snow fakes We're
falling at nine o'clock.
PHILADELPHIA, April l2.-At Bethlahem,
Pa, snow fell this morning three inches deep.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

SOUTHERN CLAlMs-T Southern Claims
Commission yesterday heard testimony in rela-
ton to small claims in favor of Geo. w. and
Jos. W. Rosebcrry, Electra Hayes, Chas Hol-
land, Chas. Stafford, r. Mason Manchester, and
Geo. W. Joy, all of Prince William county,
Virginia, and Rachel Z. Travcrs, of Alexandria
county, for amounts ranging from $500 to $500
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
Ladies'. Misses and Children's Boots.
Shoes and Sinners.

dies, Misses and Cbildren's Boots Shoes and
Slippers, suitable for Spring and Summer, en-
bracing all Of the latest styles, which we conf
IDENTITY believe to be the very best stock. We
solicit purchasers to call and examine for them
selves, as they will be sold at low prices:
apps W. b. WADDE1, ~ hlng 81.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
From Mexico.

New YORK, April I2.--Mexico City advice 8
say the Juaristas and Porfristas parties have
formed powerful Opposition to the govern,
ment and have adrotly seized upon the general
dissatisfaction at the administration for its rail
road policy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
High Water.

WATERvILLE, N. Y, April l2.-:At mid
night last night the water in Black River, at
this place, touched the highest point that has
been reached since the disastrous food in 1869.
No damage has been done and none is now APP
pretended, the water having subsidized two feet
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
fs.!ILROAU .nEETI.S-GS.

Ky ASHINGTON AND OHIO RAILROAD
w COMPANY.
BY request OF stockholders holding more than
one-tcnth of the capital stock of the Company, l
hereby give notice that GENERAL MEET
ING OF the Stockholders of the Washington and
Ohio Railroad Company will be held at :hc
CGmpanys Office in the city of Alexandria, on
WEDNESDAY,, April 10th, 1S73 at | o'clock
4 IN. LIE w ID MCAENLlE,
. NH ld-2awtd President
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

New TINE TABLET new time table 90
the Alexandra and Washington Railroad, no
ticed in the Gazette some days since, will go
into effect on Monday next. No local trains
will be run on Sunday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

Y. " c. A--The prayer meeting Of this
Society held last night at the northeast corner
of King and West streets, was numcrousy at
tended with full committee on hand. This
means Of grace is increasing in interest and re-
suits, and deserves and receives the hearty CO.
operation of the members of the association.
1t is held every Friday night at half past seven
o'clock
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

FIRE.-The house of Mr.. Henl} Davis,
about half mile this side of Aide Loulouu
county, was, together with near y all its con-
tents, destroyed by fire night before last.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT On Monday
next the Rubenstein, WieniawsSi and Thomas
combination appear 10 a grand concert at Lin
coin Hall, Washington. These artists, stand
lug at the head of their profession, united
with Theo. Thomas magnificent orchestra, form
greater array of talent than has ever appeared
before an audience in this country. Concerts
will be given on Monday and Tuesday evenings,
aud matinee on Wednesday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
SDecial Notice.

GENTS EXTRA FINE Doors AND SHOES.
We have lust receveda fresh supply of Gents
extra fine and-sewed Boots, Shoes and Slippers,
Of every description which we unhesltstingly
recommend TO be the very best on sale in the city.
ans w. Is. WADDEY, "a King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
-. - - -- -==- -s-=
.HUTi[ES.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN,
IN That application will be made to the Or
angc Alc1andria and Manassas Railroad Com
pany for renewal of following DIVIDEND
SCRIP of said Company, which has been lost or
mislad viz:
No. $40 for $500, dated May l, 1855.
@ 5,iG " $3.50 April9, 1853.
NH 22-w2m JOHN WILLIS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

TIE MARKET, this morning, was not as full
as usual, owing to the rain. We have no change
to notice 10 the prices of meats. Vegetables
are coming on apace, and there is now abund
ance of kale, sprouts, crosses, &C., at cheaper
rates than those of last Saturday. Mr.. Slater
had at his stand fine diSpl.y Of beautiful
flowers, aud SOME fine lettuce. Eggs are selling
OF lSa20 cts. per doz.; butter 3Oa40 cts. per lb.
The fish stands are well filled with fish of the
different varieties. The butchers had excellent
fresh meats
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

SAD ACCIDENT little boy about 10 years
of age, son of Mr.. D. NJ. Divine, was thrown
from horse and almost instantly killed near
Hillsborough, Loudoun county, on Friday last.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
ID l. \ n X Is y y h S
LEDGERS, JOURNALS AND DAY BOOKS,
Full and half bound

Full and half bound.I
Job lot--part of stock which had to be sold
without regard to cost. Bought at very low Zig
urcs, and will be sold accordingly, At
FRENCHS,
NO 95 KING STREET.
Now receiving u complete assortment of Me-
dunn, DENY and Cap Ledgers and Journals,
long and broad, full bound besides q large lot
half bound Day Books and Ledgcrs, Memoran
DUN and Pass Rocks, Records, Composition
Books and almost every style and description of
Blank Work. This stock hu. been bought ut
very much less rates than regular prices, and
great bargains can be had.
NEW BOOKS TODAY.
The Dead Sin and Other Stories, by Edward
Gnrrctt, author of "Occupations Of Retired
Life" / vol, l2mo. Sl.75
Memoir of u Brother, by Thomas Hughes, au-
thor Of TON Browns Schooldays" $50.
Mothcrly Talks with Young llousckecpcrs, by
Mrs. III. W. Bcccher. 81.
Middlcmarch, new edition, | vol, 8vo. 81.
Star Papers or Experiences of Art and Nature,
BY Henry Ward Bccchcr, new edition. SLID
New Life in New Lands, BY Grace Green
wood. 81.
The Voice in Singing TRANSLATED from the Ger
man. SID.
Nicholas Nickleby being vol of the Har-
prfs New illustrated Edition of Dickens Works.
Price Sl5O. Other volumes now ready are:
Oliver Twist, 81; Martin Chuzzlewit, Sl.50; Old
Curl, sity Shop, 81 %; Domby j. Son, 81 ~;
David Coppcricld, 81 50 Uniform Svo. vols
Green Cloth Gilt Backs the best illustrated
edition ever published in this country.
Found nj last: A COPYING BOOK which
copies perfectly with any INK, even Arnold's
inks. The new JAPANESE COPYING BOOK
fills the requirements herein named.
Full stock all sizes. New Books daily.
apps GEO Z. FRENCH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
For Mems Spring Wear.

The Inducements We Offer.
$40. A full Business Suit for $40.
$40. Suits in various shades, for $40.
$40, Suits for large men tor $40.
$40, Suits for small men for $40.
$40. Mems Suits, $40.
For Boys Spring Wear:
IS A we'll made School Suit, IS.
IS A durable School Suits, So.
IS. Suits for large and small boys, s..
liable BROTHERS,
Fashionable TailorS,
Corner of Seventh and d streets,
Washington d. G.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

TIE PASSOVER. The Hebrew Feast of the
PASSOVER commenced yesterday aftero oon, and
will be continued daily until Friday next. This
festival is in commcmoration Of the exodus Of
the children of Israel from Egypt, and the ex
rupion of their dwellings from mourning,
when the fr,t-born of the Egyptians were vsl.
ted by the angel of death, aud is generally
termed by the I>raelites : Pesach, mcaoing ito
pass over" The festival now is shorn of the
sacrifice of the paschal lamb, as in the days of
I'D, IN memory Of the blood sprinkled on the
d""rp"StS, but in the homes of Israel the ad-
vent Of the festival is recognized by the heads
"' families reading or reciting the history and
traditions of the faith. Among the orthodox
I>rsctrs the history of the deliverauce from
Egypt is read to the young from the book
,iiagadah. while in the Reformed Jewish
church II !, discarded. The reformed lsrae.-
n'es have also abandoned the ancient rites and
;us'omS formerly observed at Passover. Dur
w W. ''t festival no lsraelite ispermitted to par
' 'In u Ieavrned bread, but no restriction is
r'',J'l upon their udul ging 10 other food. The
r nrr services We're had 10 the synagogue yes
a'in'y AFTERNOON, and to-day the festival was
'c'eoialeu III all Its Solemnity.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

"ERHoAnD.-Capt Perkins, of the tug
,A, keystone, accidentally fell overheard yes
E;aaay evening into the dock at the foot of
>n,"' street, but fortunately was rescued by
w., "i u The crew Of the steamer Express which
"' Tying at the same wharf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12
A HOMESTEAD SECURED AT LAST
s. c. NEAI.E.

LINDEN KENT. g. c. EEALE.
WENT j. NEALE,
IN ATTORNEYS,
AND COUNSELLORS AT LAW.
Practice in the Courts Of the city of Alcxan-
dria, the adjoining counties, aid of the District
Of Columbia.
General CLAIM and PENSION AGENTS.
Office, No So Prince street, Alexandria, Va.
oct 27-tf
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LEGHL.
HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION AND
Ia BANKRUPTCY DISCHARGE.

HoMEsTEAD EXEMPTIoN AND
IL BANKRUPTCY DISCHARGE.
The undersigned will, hereafter, in addition to
other legal business, pay special attention to
securing the homestead and procuring the dis
charge provided by the late act of Congress.
Being familiar with bankrupt proceedings
and with the practice of the United States Courts
indispensable requisites for properly securing
the full benefit of the act-and having easy ac-
cess to the Court and Registers office he be-
levcs that he can offer facilities equal to and
upon rs favorable terms rs any one for procur-
ing the desired results
He will meet parties ut different points by APP
pointm"nt, be ut the court house in different
counties on court days, and will cheertuliy an
w. WILLOUGHBY,
Attorney at Law and Solicitor in Bankruptcy.
Office No south Washington street. Resi-
dcnce 2l7 King ST., Alexa Va. NH lS-tt
A HOMESTEAD SECURED AT LAST
Congress having just declared the Virginia
Homestead available AS an EXEMPTION IN
BAN kRUPTCY, even as against old debts
and judgment liens, the undersigned having the
advantage OF long experience in bankruptcy bus
mess offers to secure both the homestead and
the b=nkrupts discharge on the most favorable
terms. Address
CHARLES WHITTLESEY,
u. ). COMMISSION Err AND SOLICITOR
IN BANKRUPTCY,
Corner Prince and Royal streets
NH G-3m Alexandria, Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

A CARD.
The attention of the public is respectfully
called To our stock of
REFRIG ERA 7 0 5,
an article we can fully and unreserveoly war
rant and recommend-be sought after HI over
the United States. Also m excellent STOCK VI
superior ,,,.
AMERICAN BROILERS.
PATENT CLOTHES RACKS,
together with very superior stock of sTOV ES
and TIN WARE OF our own manufacture.
CHARCOAL for sale with FUk ACho
adapted to its use. Z. GRIM Els sun,
ap l2-lm- 46 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

THE FISHERY. --Since yesterdays report
about fifteen thousand shad, one hundred and
seventy thousand herring, and a fair supply Of
rock and perch have been received at Flshtown:
The market is still inactive in consequence Of
the absence Of the country trade, aud prices
continue to rule low. The quotations this
morning were $S3 to 81 per huudred for shad
aud S44 to sc per thousand for herring. Rock
and perch are in demand, AMI are selling at
slightly advanced rates
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

RECEIPTS By RAILROAD following are
the receipts by the o., A. & NJ. R. r. for this
week Cora 2,ll2 bushels wheat ,495, rye
Ton, corn meal %, potatoes 100, oats So, clover
Srcl $, onions bag, peas l., walnuts |, beels
|, flour 299 lbs, butter frkins, eggs 10 bbls
and boxes, taIlow ) bb!s, tobacco 80 boxes, hay
,ii bales, straw ~ bales, lard irkin, dressed
hogs ,, Gather 50 rolls, apples 2 bbls, fish 5
bids, castings 100 lbs, oil bbl, hides ~ bun
dies, blooms l9924S lbs, whiskey bbl, bacon
l,%2l lbs, ground sumac 252 sacks, fowls 3
c"opS, fur pack, plaster 20 bags, sheep skins
bale, dressed poultry box, cheese IL, cab
bngc 30 head, calves aud COWS IS head, plows
!, cultvators ), iron 6,S7l lbs, wool sack,
rags 1886 lbs, wood 20 cords, calf skins 4, lum-
Der 29,993 feet, dried fruit q bags, sumac 6
bugs, trees bundle, cattle cars, horses l.,
sheep =, stock |, slaves |, hoopsl, machinery l..
By The W. T. 0. Il. r. the following were
received: Corn l,343 bushels, wheat 434, meal
i:il potatoes los, feed 90, rye 80, car corn 80
bbls, -four 65, butter Is kegs and bbls, eggs IS
boxes and bbs, fowls Is coops, dried fruit %
bags, calves ll2 head, hay IS bales, old iron
and bones 6,S5V lbs, castings go lbs, rags As
bags aud bales, p'ows ,, furniture car load,
wood |, stock g.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-04-12

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY. An unsuccessful at
''','' was made early last night to rob the
residence o! Mr.. R. H. Miller, on north Wash
,"s'o VI, street The thieves, supposed to be
Wv" e1'oreu ne3, effected an entrance through
;n N'tIuo~ In the second story of the back build
'"s, oy means of ladder, and had broken
"ncH ana ranSackcd two trunks in the room oc-
VII oy the servant woman, when the latter,
m m';' was sitting in the kitchen, hearing the
.,;r ,I .n'y were making, and feeling the cold
,l' ."a' vas coming in through the open win
n"N' Went up stairs with light to see what
y" "'I the matter, and at her approach the thiev-
~ n:a>eIy descended the ladder, and made
,h,'r escape. AS it was early in the evening,
."y whole neghborhood was speedily aroused,
~ ~", The police having been sent for, Thorough
We're not found.