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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

AS we expected would be the case, no matter
how much the Conservatives Of the State may
have differed as to the best place for holding
the State Convention, now that the selection
has been made, and Richmond fixed upon,
there is q general acquiescence in the decision.
And so it will be when the nominations for
State officers are made. The important inter
ests at stake will not be sacrificed in dispute
about men, or for the qualification Of personal
preferences.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

A dispatch from Parsons, Kan, says =
Eight dead bodies, including one child have
been found under the house of the Bender
family, thirteen miles from here, 10 Sabette
county, and near which the body of Senator
York's brother was recently found. The Ben
der family left the county about two weeks ago.
The excitement is great. The determination
to bring the guilty parties to justice is so strong
that no effort will be spared. -"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The people of West Virginia will be glad to
learn that Governor Jacob and his opponents
have determined to await for and abide by the
opinion of the Court of Appeals of that State
in reference to the Governors claims as to the
power of appointment to certain Offices
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
The remains of Chief Justice Chase will he

The remains of Chief Justice Chase will nc
Of ST GEORGES Church. in New York, from
s a. M to p. NJ. Saturday. At 3 O'Clock the
same afternoon the funeral services Will take
place. The remains will reach Washington
and will lie in state at the residence of Senator
Sprague during Sunday On Monday they
will lie in the Metropolitan Church, where au
opportunity will be offered to friends to view
the remains. Services will be held 10 that
church on the same afternoon, after which the
intermeut will take place.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The Philadelphia and Baltimore papers arc
urging upon their city authorities the removal
of the ratings around the public squares and
they say New York has already removed the
ratings from its squares, and finds it an advau-
tage 10 every way.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

Cakes Ames died at his residence, III North
Easton Mass, at s.: SO last night. His disease was
apoplexy, complicated with pneumonia. Hc
died very easily, passing away without strug-
gle, in the presence of his family. lie was a
very entcrprising man, and those who knew
him say he was kind hearted AID charitable.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The Washington correspondent OF the Gin
ciuati Gazette says that "thc room of the Sen
ate Committee on Foreign Relations, in the
capitol at Washington, had four panels reserved
for the portraits Of the four most distinguished
chairmen of that committee. The selections
made were Cameron, Sumner, Clay, aud Allen
of Ohio. The post of honor has been assigned
to Cameron; opposite to his right is Clay, te
his left Allen"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

It is said that strong effort is about to be
made, especially from Georgetown and the
counties of Maryland interested in the coal
trade to induce the officers Of the Chesapeake
and Ohio canal to obtain q reduction in the
r~taa IF toll
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

A Fredericksburg correspondence the Rich
mond Wing says: ''Thc colorcd preachers are
making the subject Of Fortunes escape aud re-
capture the subject Of characteristic discourscs
They handle officers Burlington and Gore, his
captors, with gloves off, ;"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The Tuscarawas (O.) Advocate says: East
ern Virginia engages the minds of the people
more than anything else. A good many of
our farmers are offering for sale with view of
cmigrating thither."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

A man named Wooten, who has been en-
gagged for some time in stealing horses, has
been arrested in Piedmont, West Virginia, aud
taken to Loudoun county, in this State, for trial,
as some Of bis tnefts were committed IL that
county,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The Martinsburg West Va.,) Statesman
says Tn reply to letter addressed by the
editor of this paper to Hon. Lewis Mckenzie,
President of the Washington and Ohio Rail
road, that gentleman states that he will lay our
suggestions, 10 regard to making Martinsburg,
the present terminus of that read, before the
next meeting Of the Board of Directors.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
PORT OF ALEXANDRIA, MAY o ls73
SUN RosE............ 4.5j NOON SrTS . or
SUN SETS. ......... G5S

ARRIVED.
Schrs K Warrington and Prince Wirium
Machodoc, corn to Washington s. Bro. " '"''''
Schrs NJ Nctiee, Washington. and Jane E,r-
son, New York. to } p Agncw.
Schrs Carrie Holmes and } j Ward, jersey
City, to American C,'ul Co.
Schr John McAdam Charleston, S. G.. u
Schr Mount Vernon, Aqua creek, to Smoo,
u Perry. '''''
Schr Jos Cake Philadel phia, to T J Men,Hn,
s. Co. ......
Schr U rah B Fisk, Boston, to master.
SAILED.
Steamer John Gibson, Now York. by uooe 1,
Johnston.
Steamer Goorgcanna, Baltimore by Hooc {.
Johnston
Steamer Wawaset Cone river by Hooc e.
Johnston.
Brig Princeton, Boston, by Hampshire and
Baltimore Coal Go.
Schrs NJ NJ MCGEE, Washington, and Fores,
Oak, New Haven, by j P Agnew.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The balances in the U. S. Treasury yesterday
we're: Currency IS, 903, 729, coin 1913, 496, 22S,
including in coin certificates s2G, 255, 200; spe-
cial deposit of legal-tenders for redemption of
certificates of deposit SIG, 900. Legal.ten-
ders outstanding $685., 09O los.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The rush Of tobacco to Lynchburg has per-
haps never boen equalled in the history of that
city. The Republican says: ''Sould the
weather hold up little the sales Of tobacco in
Lychburg this week will reach nearly or quite
one million pounds -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

GD- FIRST WARD RErUBLIcANs-A meeting
OF the Republican voters Of the First Ward viii
be held tomorrow friday night, at the Color
to nominate candidates for the City Council and
delegates to a convention TO nominate candi-
date tor Mayor. my SIT
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
|COMMUNICATEI

VIII our worthy Regulator of the Town
Clock oblige many by regulating the stroke
Of the hammer of the clock 1t hits entirely
too rapid, and "makes an uncertain sound. "
And while at that, will he be pleased to ar
range it so that heavier blow will fall up
on the bell ? With proper blow upon an
lS00-pound bell the sound would be heard all
over the city. Bling it out X
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

Special dispatches to the Richmond Dispatch
from all sections Of the State represent the
streams as much swollen by the recent heavy
rains. Much damage has been done, aud fears
are entertained that the flood will equal that OF
October 1870
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

We may be allowed, at least, to h pc that
the President of the U. S. will give the Office
of Chief Justice of the y. S. to some able,
pure, honest, conscientious man, who will com,
mand the respect and have the confidence OF
the people 10 all portions of the country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

w. & O. r. Rive notice that meeting
of the stockholders of the Washington and
Ohio railroad was held 10 Alexandria fort
night ago. President Mckenzie and the old
board of directors were reelected. A deputa.
ton of citizens from Winchester attended the
meeting to urge the construction of the road to
that town. With all due Difference to the opin-
ion of our contemporary of the Winchester
News We would suggest, that il the idea Of the
Alexandrians in building this road is to strike
for supplies Of cheap fuel, it would serve their
purpose better to make Martinsburg the pres
ent terminus of their road This would give
them the choice Of both hard and soft coal
besides giving them direct communication with
the North and ultimately with the West
.Harttns6urg Statesman.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The arch under the rotunda of the Capitol,
at Richmond, is being taken down and is to be
rebuilt and Houdon's statue of Washington re-
placed in its old position
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

Mr.. Pearson, gentleman from Scotland, is
said to have the best wheat crop on the south
side of the Rappahannock. He bought what
was known as the Ferry Farm" neor Santee,
about eight miles below fredericksburg
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
MEMS DEPARTMENT.

MEMS DEPARTMENT.
SlO-Our celebrated $40 Business Suis--$ln
SlU-Wc are still sci iing-Sl0
Sl0-A good Ersinn-S SUI: r. SO.
SlO-Our sales are cnormous-Si0.
S10--In fine Business Suits at so
Sl0--Our stock is .enandJus-Sl0
SlO-Ui al wool Suits ri S;iu.
A SPLENDID STOCK,
A FASHIONABLE STOCK.
\ LAkGE STOCK,
OF FINER SUITS,
OF IMPORTED FABRICS, AT
PROPOKrIUNATE PRICES
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

Mr.. j. A. Tucker, who was assaulted IL
Washington on the night of the lst., by two mer
who were attempting to break into his house
died yesterday from the effects of his wounds
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
lCOMMJSIC.ATED.

The attention Of the Superintendent Of po-
lice is called to the condition of Pitt street
pavement, between Duke aud Wolfe, cast side,
where, when it rains, it is almost impossible
for persons to pass. Cannot he see that the
property holders keep the pavcmcnts in pas
sable condition. PITT STREET SOUTH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
ALEX NDRIA, VA.
FRIDAY, MAY 8, 1878

THE LOUISIANA TROUBLES. csterday the
telegraph brought what purported to be a
COPY of a dispatch sent from Gen. Sherman to
Gov. Kellogg Of Louisiana which was publish
ed yesterday Gazette This dispatch was first
published in New Orleans. Attorney General
Williams sent the telegram to army headquarters
to Gen. Sherman, with an inquiry if the dispatch
alluded to came from him. Gen. Sherman In
stantly replied that no such dispatch as was re-
ferred to had gone from him, and further, that
the only message sent to General Emory for a
week past was the one sent yesterday morning.
The Attorney General then sent the follow
'tWashinqton, D. c., May s.-W. P. KEEL.
logg, New Orleans, La. General Sherman In
forms me that the dispatch purportlng to De
signed by him is forgery SO tar as | koow
YOU have the hearty sympathy OF the admins
tration in your efforts to suppress laWlessness
and violence. ! -,
"GEo Il. WILLIAMS, Attorney Genera"
Gen. Emory has received the following dis
patch, and will act upon his instructions with
out delay:
"Was.ington, d. C., May 8, 1S73.-Gen.
VIM. H. Emory, commanding department OF
New Orleans-Sir, if, in your judgment, more
troops are needed in Louisiana, make your call
at least specific, and we will endeavor to supply
them. wv. L. SHERMAN, General.
The Washington correspondent of the Balti-
more Sun says
A dispatch was received here at an early hour
this morning, addressed by MIR. Kellogg to the
President. He states that he is unable to
maintain his authority, and he calls on the
President for assistance to protect the State
from domestic violence, under the provisions of
the 7th section Of the 4th article Of the constitu-
ton. The dispatch was Immediately forward
ed to the President. Acting Secretary Of War
Robson, Attorney General Williams and Gen
eral Sherman, after comforting with Senator
West, decided that the instructions to Genersl
Emory must guide his conduct until further
orders were received from the President. Gen
eral Sherman, by direction Of Secretary Robe
son, telegraphed to General Emory that if he
needed any reinforcements they will be sent to
him at once, and orders were sent to the six
teenth regiment infantry, now in Mississippi,
within FIVE hours reach Of New Orleans, to
hold itself under marching orders.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

GEN. GEO. MEADE's SWORD FOUND
Miletus Jarman, esq.,, informed US on Monday
last that he found the sword which his son
captured during the late civil contest. This
sword was presented to the late Gen. Meade
Of the U. S. A., for gallant conduct aud meri-
torious services during the Mexican war. The
family of Gen. Meade, by addressing letter to
the Mayor of this place, w. l.. Cochran, esq,
can have the sword returned to their direction.
Charlottesville .JcHcrsOnitp.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

It is proposed by the friends Of the late Jno.
R. Thompson to mark the grave where he
rests, in Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond, with
some simple and enduring monument,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The Catholic Beneficial Union of Virginia
will hold it's annual session in Richmond on
the 18th of June
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The Maryland State Temperance Coaven
ton which has been in session in Baltimore
and was we'll attended, adjourned yesterday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

WASHINGTON ITEMS. In the Supreme Court
in banc yesterday the motion for new trial in
the case of Tom Wright was set for hearing
on Saturday.
Three small pox cases were reported to the
board Of health yesterday.
George 7. Downing, Of Washington lectured
few evenings since at Burkesville, Va, be-
fore large audience, on ''Paci6cation in the
South" He received the thanks Of all present
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

Geo. NJ. Williams, ESQ.,, an accomplished
writer will hereafter be connected with the
Culpeper Observer as one of It's editors,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

"A very disastrous tornado swept through the
lower portion of Columbus county, n g., last
Friday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

VIM +. Grigsby has been appointed post
master at White Post, Clarke county, Va, vic'
VIM. C. B. Jennings, deceased.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
No. IA King street.

Have Just rcccvel! u "eGy prestJ ani cHcAp 'ot o!
PLAIN AND FANCY CASSIMEkES,
nice line Of SILK UMBRELLAS, PARA
SOILS. NEW DRESS GOODS. :. nice a$Sort-
men. of HOSIERY, FINE LINENS ard VIC
TORiA LAWNS, which, IL conjunction with
their other stock OF DkI GOODS are open for
Inspection Il will DC uivisSbI" to examine tA2ic
Goods before ,u-ch.sif.g They offer particular
bargains in N.ATTINtiS AID OIL CLOTHS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

Gen. Mcclellan has resigned bis situation as
Chief Engineer of the docks in New York city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

OUR PRICES ARE AS Low, GOMPARA-
lively, FOR
FINE DIAGONAL SUITS.
FINE BLUE AND BLACK SUITS.
FINE LIGHT AND DARK SUITS.
ENTIRE STOCK NOW COMPLETE.
AN EARLY INSPECTION INVITED.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
DIED.

DIED.
On Thursday, the 9Th inst, at clock r. m ,
JOHN PHILIP POSS, in the sixty third year
of his age. Gg-The funeral will take place
from his late residence 2l3 Cameron street, on
Sunday afternoon, at O'Clock. Friends and
acquaintance are invited to attend.
On Wednesday morning, May I, 1873, at tho
Albion House, Baltimore Mrs. B. C. MASON,
Of Colross, Va.
In Culpeper county, on the 26th ult., SALLY
j. NORMAN, in the 14h year Of her age. She
was greatly beloved by her school mStes and
associates. and was an obedient and loving
daughter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
HALLE BROTHERS,

FASH ION A BLE TAILORS,
CORNER SEVENTH AND ID STREETS
WASHINGTON, ID. G.
Washington my S-2m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

ESs-Thcre will be II meeting Of the Sun F ire
Company, ut Harmonic Hall, on Tuesday, May
18th, ut j.. IN. 4 full attendance is requested.
~ important business will be laid before the
meeting my I-idI j. u. ShooT, lreSt
FIELDER s BE n D Il E VI ,
No 1i4 King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

The President is expected to be N Washing
ton tn.3av -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
- . 3 L Z x ! . y )
"SPEClAL
TOBhC('O COMPO

q . E T Z y ;
W.
ESPECIAL"
TOBACCO COMPOUND,
Possessing every element for the erowt! and
and perfection of the Tobacco Plan: beautifully
combined. For sale By, -
mvg HOOE & JOHNSTON.
T WANT 4 FARM HAND-a man with wife
i that understands milking. Also Il SINGLE
NJ AN that understands trucking. Apply at the
Mansion House. Alcxandra, or ut Naglecs sta
ton, Aloxa !, Fredsbg. K. W. my 9-lw-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

Office To GAS CONSU N ERS.

The fiscal year ending the LIST day of June
ensuing, being one month earlier than last y"af
have got my accounts to make up to that ting.
This. therefore, is to respectfully request nH u,
arrears to call ut the office of the Gas WorSSa'a
settle, rs further indulgence cannot be granted
nv Civ J. ROXBURY, Supt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
CANAL COM NJ ERCE
~ - -

$500
ARRIVALS.
Bouts John L Reid, james Hoy ana Jno "
Bacon, to American Coal Co; Sc tia, To Hsmp-
shire and Baltimore Coal Co; Evening Star, 10
Sinclair & Agncw; Little joe to New Central
Coal Company. ,.. g.. ...... ..
DEPARTURES
Boats Annie, John II Parrot jr. James II
Alexander, j e Stickney, VIM NJ Price and +
Bayer, for Cum berland.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
lSELECTIOSS.

ScRirs.- newspaper says that the new
fashion bonncts arc as light and AIRY as the
rrc:ty heads they alorn.
\ Young lady in the interior wants 10 g. t.
California to &c, married, because she has been
told that in tia; county the mon rock the
cradle.
Philosophers tell us that the motion of the
earth is equal TO seventeen miles ID Il second;
50 that if you take off your hat to freud on
King street, YOU go seventeen miles barc-hcad,
ed without catching cold Curious ism t it.
The first and greatest Of all frauds is TO cheat
ourselves.
How many fine hats serve as Il cover for
worthless heads, and how many plated shirt
bosoms cover a dcpravcd heart.
A Western editor says That in the town
where his paper is published IA rattlesnakc
was killed few days ago BY 4 man with thir-
teen rattles.
Why is money like a whip? Because it makes
the marc go
The value of property on Broadway, New
York city, it is said exceeds that OF any other
street 10 the world.
Nothing can be done we'll that's done in a
hurry-cxccpt catching fcas.
The rose has it's thorns, the diamond its
spccks and the best man his tailings.
Never purchase love or friendship by gifts;
when thus obtained, they arc lost as soon as
you stop payment.
The first theatrical performance in America
was produced at Williamsburg, Va, in 1852.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09
FUR.N.IsKI.S-G GOODS.

y f r + NJ p T D K Y
NO POSTPONEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF
THE WEATHER.
Ill Is l. T. II u III RS,
Washington, d. q.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

ALEXANDRIA FISH MARKET, May 9.-Thc
receipts Of Fish during the past week have been
smaller than those of the preceding week, but
prices have been q little lower in consequence of
n slightly diminished demand Tho quotations
this morning were 30 to So per thousand for
urrring, and 10 to Sll per hundred for Shad.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

Political ITEMS. The correspondent of
the Richmond Wing, writing from Spotssyl-
vania county says :" 1t is very certain that
Senator Herndon will be renominated and re-
elected to the State Senate.
Il hear that Senator Thomas prefers
VIM. Smith for Governor. They were COM
peting candidates for Congress bcior the war
I further hear that the General may be can
didate for the House of Delegates from Eau
quier.
The name of George Moncurc, nephew Of
the Judge is added to the list otp,roba61c candl
dates for the nomination for the House OF
Delegates from Stafford. "
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

FEEpEEIcKsEURG MARKET, May s.-There
j. no change in quotations. Offerings OF ursin
Very light. IL
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

RICHMOND MARKET, May Sin Flour there
is bu, little doing. Wheat is inactive on account
of the very limited receipts Corn ard Oats
quiet and unchanged. ..E
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

ALEXANDRIA CATTLE MARKET, May 9.
There were 50 Cattle 400 Sheep and Lambs, lou
Hogs and 20 Cows and Calves offered this week.
All the Hogs and large portion of the Cattle,
Sheep and Cows and Calves changed hands at
from to 7c for Cattle, to &c for Sheep, 3 to SIS
for Lambs, 81 to 73c for Hogs, and 70 to $50 for
Cows and Calves. The remainder Of the oifor
ings were driven to other markets Tho market
for Cattle, Lambs and Hogs was fairly active,
but dull for Sheep and Cows and Calves
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

LYScuBURG MARKET, May 8.-The market is
generally more active. The receipts of Tobacco
have been quite heavy. The supply OF Flour Is
il. excess OF the demand. Wheat nominal, with
no -cccip.s Corn and Oats in fair demand.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

7 OTIS FOR SALE.
TWO LOTS on Pitt street. between Princess
and Queen, for SALE Apply to u,,c,
my lw j. T. STONE, Do Ho''o d.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

CHICAGO CATTLE MARKET, May o..Catt!e-
Receipts 25OU; market very quiet; fair light
Steers sold at 5aS5 IS, good 35sS5 So choice
Sc, stoekcrs 4 25aS4 IS; shipments 1850. Live
Hogs act;ve and firm, and shade higher; re-
ceip;s 500; common to choice 5 lOaS5 50; most
saleS 5 NDnS5 40; shipment: 1900. Sheep quiet
and :taady; receipts $50; fair to extra oaS6 3D.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1873-05-09

"ALFORD'S TABLE SAUCE and hhA
III PERKINS, WORCESTERSHIRE NE u'''
for sale by GEO. McBURNEi " SUN,
mvS l6t and ITO King street.
The Rock Island daily Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1872-1873, 1873-05-23
Proposals for County Supplies.

THE UNDERSIGNED, A COMMlIIEb OF THE
| Board OF Supervisors Of Rock Island ognty, IN
yie proposals for furnishing aftleLs heeced ior the
County offices, and County poor IaILH' @e luiIoNs'
Samrles Of Rlapk Rocks Blanks, Stationery. &C
Rhls cotFae Sugar
-O0 Ponnds Rio Prime Coffee
RbIs Noiasses
* mis- Sail
stG Ibs Candle
bbls. Crackers.
65 bbls. Flour.
80 lbs. Tea.
615 lbs. Chemical Erasiye SoAp.
IS lbs. Black Pepper.
lbs. Ginger
lbs. Indigo.
25 lbs. Starch.
IS lbs. Pearl Barley
65 lbs. Rice.
10 lbs, Mustard.
lbs. Cream Tartar.
Is lbs. Cod Fish.
Kits Mackerel.
Kits White Fish.
The Rock Island daily Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1872-1873, 1873-05-23

Renne's Pain Killing Magic Oil in every
family, used as directed in sudden sick
ness, like Group, pnenemonia, pleurisy,
fits, cramps, would save much suffering
and probably many lives. No family can
afford to live without it in the house sin
gle day. Call for it where You usually
The Rock Island daily Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1872-1873, 1873-05-23

A SEVERE TEsT.-The Commissary
General of the United States, after trial
of all the principal starches in the country,
decided that Duryea's Satin Gloss
Starch was the best that could be procur-
ed, and the government from that time to
the present are buying this article. This
is fact worthy the attention Of consum-