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ck.a QO0 per Day at home. Terms free.
sHD ~ DAU Address q. STINSON & CO
Jan. 10, 1855. [Iyl Portland, Maine
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RiehmOnd and Chicago Division.
Nov. 80, 1874.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23
I EDGER'S FLUID lREDl THE UNI

I EDGER'S FLUID (RED), THE UNI
- VERSAL DISINFECTANT. (Psrmsn-
ganate OF Soda.} 1t is the only true disinfecsant
known, all other preparations sold for this pur.
pose being merely deodorizers (or articles which
possess the property of overpowering unpleasant
smells by their own pungent and often disagree
able and dangerous quallties.) 1t is particularly
adapt d for disinfecting sick rooms in cases OF
typhus fever, small pox, cholera, scarlet fever.
diarrbes, and all contagious diseases, and for
purifying rooms in which there are dead bodies,
removing at once all unpleasant smells. and
destroying efectualy any latent germs OF dis
ease. By placing The diluted fluid in dishes or
basins about bed chambers, school rooms, work
shops hospital wards, &C., it keeps the air in 3
perfect state of purity. For stables slaughter
houses butchers shops, dsiries, cellars &C., j.
is invaluable, keeping them Ia perfectly
wholesome state, by merely sprinkling the d.
| luted Aud over the floors and walls. 1t keeps
dust bias. water closets, drains, urinsls, &c,
sweet and wholesome, by using once Or twice
day. For sale by JANNEY & CO.,
sep l3 l45 King street. 4
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23
BOOKS A.N:D sTaTIO.VERr.
BOOKS IND STATIONERY.
SCHOOL BOOKS !
AND
SCHOOL UISITES,
of every description, at
.French's, No. 95 King street.

Just received full supply of all the books
public schools.
School and College Text Books, English and
Classical, at publishers prices
Slates Pencils, Composition Books, Book
Carriers, School Satchels, Pens, Penholders
and every school requisite for complete outfit.
New styles Papeteries just received contain
ing the very finest English and French Paper
and Envelopes; q great variety of patterns and
colors; very handsome.
New Books daily. Constantly on hand all
the leading Magazines and Reviews, American
and Foreign.
Bibles, Prayer Books and Hymnsls in beauti-
full styles of binding.
Fine Portemonnies and Card Cases, in Russia
Leather, Turkey Morocco and Seal Skin; Rus.
sia Satchels and Travelling Bags
The finest An nercsn, English and French
Stationery, all the latest styles.
Just received full line of Blank Books, all
| slzes-Journals, Ledgers, Day Books, Cash
Books, Medium, Denny, Crown and Cap, full
and half bound, Memorandum, Pass Books,
Indexes.
Owing to the new postal law increasing the
postage on packages of merchandise from half
cent to one cent per ounce, the price of lot No.
!, i've quires, Vote Paper, prepaid, will be Csc
lot No. 2, Soc; lot No. 3, 6Uc lot No. 4 8Gc and
81; French Quadrille same price.
Initial Notes, great variety of styles and
prices. Pieries finest French Rep Papers and
Envelopes to match.
Paper, Envelopes Books, Magazines, Re.
views, ETC., mailed to any part of the country.
GEO. E. FRENCH,
sep4 95 King street. Alexandria. Va
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23
.udEAlyNISTS.

TN 8. MOORE,
MACHINIST AND BLACKSMITH,
No. IS Union street,
Alexandria, Va
Where he is prepared to furnish all kinds OF
MACHINERY, WROUGHT and CAST
IRON FENCES, SC
Repairing done with dispatch, and at prices
that we're charged previous to the war. jan %
DHILIP PARK,
PRACTICAL PLUMBER,
No. IL South Fairfa1 street.
The oldest and best established Plumbing
establishment in the city. All work don. with
dispatch, and in the most durable and workman.
like manner. Satisfaction guaranteed.
JOBB1NG done st short notice, and by him.
elf, or the most experienced workmen. ja 2-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

A certain mau is 10 the habit of using the
common expression. "By the-way," to a con-
siderable extent. Some time ago, during a
religious awakening, he experienced change
OF heart. and began attendance at protracted
meetings Finally, one evening, he gained
courage enough to rise and offer prayer. He
did we'll until the closing up, when he abruptly
sat down without the usual Amen" AS be
dropped into his seat the omission occurred to
him, when be arose quickly, and with the 10.
dex finger of his right haOd extended toward
the presiding pastor, calculated. "Ob, blythe
Way-Amen,' and Immediately resumed his
seat.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

MARKHAM STATION, Aug 2lst, 1876
Messrs. J. A. Marshall Geo. Strother, Robert
Nj. Stribling, &C.: ..
Gentlemen In reply to your aattering invi-
tation, can only say that you may, at your
pleasure submit my name to the Conservative
party, either IN convention or by primary cleo
tion, as it may select for its nomination, with
the pledge from me that if elected l will leave
nothing undone to sustain the honor and integ-
rity of the State, which believe to be entirely
identified with the success of the measures of the
Conservative party.
Thanking you most kindly, have the honor
to be, very respe ctfully, your obedient servant
and fellow citizen, I..
aug 3-lm b. BARNES KERRICK.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

The Montpelier Female Humane Association,
chartered by the Legislature of Virgina and
the Circuit Court of Orange county, proposes,
by series of Grand Gift Concerts, to estabIish
and endow q Home for the Old, Infrm and
Destitute Ladies of Virginia" at Montpelier,
the former residence Of President JAS Madison.
The Association is under the control of eight
trustees six Of whom are elected bi-ennially By
the ckholders and two appointed by the Gov
ernor Of Virginia 4,
References by permission: His Excellency,
James L. KemPer, governor of Virginia; His
Hon: Robert E. Withers, Lieutenant Governor
Of Virginia and o. s. Senator elect; Hon. Robt.
W. Hughes, Judge Eastern District of Virginia;
Senators and Membesof Congress fromVirginiA
Governors ONCE, Richmond, July s. IA.
1t affords me pleasure to say that am we'll
acquainted with large majority of the officers
of the Montpelier Female Humane Association
who reside in the vicinity of my home, and i
attest their intelligence and their worth and high
reputation as gentlemen, as we'll as the public
confidence, influence and substantial means lib
orally represented among them.
JAMES L. KExPER, Gov. of Virginia.
Alexandra, Va, July 9Th, 1874.
Ny personal acquaintance with majority Of
the gentlemen controlling the Montpelier Fs-
male Humane Association and the reputation of
all of them anahlos mo TO commend them as fully
entitled to the confidence of the public. No act
or representation inconsistent with honor and
integrity need be spprehended in the conduct or
representations of these gentlemen.
r. w. HUGHES,
q. s. 5udge East. Dist, of Va.
For full particulars, testimonials, &c. send
for circular.
Remittances for tickets may be made by ex-
press prepaid, postoface money order on Alex
andria, Va, or by registered letter, addressed
Hon. JAMES BARBOUR
President Nj. F. b. A., Alexandria, Vs.
GE> Reliable Agents wanted everywhere.
nov 8-td
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

1t is seldom easy to see the hidden benefac-
tion iu that which is an apparent aflction. A
boy who was ''conIoundiog" the mosquito was
told by bis pastor that doubtless the insects
are made with good end 10 view," when the
young scamp replied, Il can't see it, whether
1t is In view or not. At any rate, don't like
the end l feel"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23
NJ U SICA OTICE.
VICTOR BECKER

VICTOR BECKER
Will attend, as heretofore, to the TUNING OF
PIANOS and ORGANS in Ale1sndris and
vicinity and solicits acontinuance of the patron.
age of his friends.
He also calls their attention to his assortment
of second hand and new
AMOS,
especially to those of Marchal & Smith, several
of which he has sold here, and which have given
80 much satisfaction for their merits and mOder.
ate prices.
Send orders or call at his store, No. 803 7th
street. northwest, Washington, D. c., near Il,
where you will find the usual assortment oil
Musical Merchandise, first class Violin Strings,
&C.. sc. Washington, aug 18-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

|CoA1' COAL,
We have now on hand and are constantly re-
ceiving at our wharf and storage yards, foot of
Queen streets, all the best GOALS known to
this market. We name in part:
LYKEN'S VALLEY.
SHAMOKIN and EAST FRANKLIN LOR-
BERRY RED ASH.
JOHNS, from EAGLE VEIN COLLIERY.
The celebrated CONTINENTAL and HA-
EEL DELL, from the Goodrich Coliery, es-
teemed the best in the market
And LEE and STANTON WHITE ASH
ANTHRACITE COAL, of Steamer, Broken,
Egg Stone and Nut Sizes
Also, GEORGES CREEK CUMBERLAND
COAL
Also HICKORY, OAk and PINE WOOD.
Having ample space each variety of Coal is
kept distinct from that of others, and is es-
pecially prepared for family use. Yards floor
ed and Coal sent out well screened and free from
slate, 224O lbs to the ton Orders left with
Messrs. Clarridge & Grigg, corner King and
Royal sts., or st the yards will be promptly filled
T. }. MEHAFFEY q CO.,
jy II Wharf and Yards foot ot Queen st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

John Heury had guest to diuuer the other
day. and during pause 10 the conversation
the e, entaot terrible spoke up: Il wish | was
youI DO you, little boy. and why do you
W'sh you were me7 Cos you don't get your
koiie.' w.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

HARDWARE, CUTLERY
IL GARDEN TOOLS, &c,
At S8 King, on the corner of Royal st.,
Alexandria, Virginia.
The subscribers are receiving full supply of
goods in Their line for the Spring trade, to which
they invite the attention of Wholesale and retail
purchasers. Thankful for past favors, we solicit
continuance of your patronage. Orders will
receive prompt attention.
j. T. CREIGHTON & SON,
NH ~ s8 King street. corner Royal
MosoUITo NETTING.
New and Improved Mosquito Netting.
Mosquito Net Canopies.
Mosquito. Net Fixtures the best out.
New Patent Finish Seamless N citing, suitable
for all size Bedsteads equal to Lace
Lcng ex experience in this line will enable US to
maintain our reputation:
JOHN P. CLARKE,
jy2 No. l5S King atreet.
TABLE AND POCKET CUTLERY,
Il RAZORS, SCISSORS,
RAZOR STROPS, &c.
The subscribers have just opened, At S8 King
street. on the corner of Royal, q fine assortment
of goods in the above line, to which they invite
the attention of purchasers. Call and see.
jy 80 j. T. CREIGHTON & SON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

voting the present of silver cup to broth
er journalist. a Western editor says: HE needs
DO cup. He can drink from aoy vessel that
contains liquor, whether the neck of a bottle.
.ne mouth Of pickle jar, the spile of a kee, or
oung ofa barIel.''
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

na Inc Marshall Messenger reeretfully re-.
c,an. mSrks: "Ooe BY one the old pioneers Of our
baury ,ba pass away" But this is not so sad as if
thss were to pass away two by two, or three BY
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

Tenao'oo Htsoo broWOloW advises the youug men of
uanv u'ssee ~ .. TO 60 to work, and consequently
ninutss mem $ who formerly spent hut fifteen
spend =, ,aay before their looking glasses, now
'east three-quarters OF an hour.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

@s- ORDERS and PHYSICIANS PRE-
SCRIPTIONS receive our most careful and
prompt personal attention, and every effort
made to maintain the high reputation of our
old establishment. SEP 16-2m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

REMOVAL r
s. J. REED
Announces to his friends and customers that he
has removed his stock of POTOMAC SHAD
and HERRINGS to NOS. 22 UNION ST and
III SOUTH WHARVES where in connection
with his former fish business, he will keep con-
stantly on hand q large and varied assortment of
EASTERN FISH.
Has now on hand 900 bbls different grades of
Fish, consisting of GROSS and NET SHAD,
MESS SHAD in kits, FAMILY ROE HER
RING, barreled MACKEREL, MESS MACK
EREL in kits, and SPLIT and ROUND HER
RINGS, to which he invites the attention of the
public
The business will in future be conducted by
S. j. REED and j. A. CUNNINGHAM.
iY 12-f
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w. 3. WADDEY,
~ KING STREET,
sep Is ALEXANDRIA, Va.
Legal NOTICES.

LII sSO1IC1
TN FAIRFAX CIRCUIT COURT, June
4 term, 1876.
d. ,Ftzhugh's admir-. use Ann F. Battsle versus
Ann K. Green. In chsncery.
THE Court doth sdjudge, order and decree
that q rule be awarded in this cause against W.
=. Hubball to appear at the next term of this
Court to show cause why the tract of land in
the bill, &c, mentioned should not be resold in
default of his failure to complete his purchase"
sep le-w4w Deputy Clerk.
T 18th THE EGI CIRCUIT COURT OF FAIRFAX
4 COUNTY, June term, 1876.
kincheloe versus Hickey. In chancery.
:, Ihe>Court doth adjudge. order and decree
that rule do issue to Sandford Otis, directed to
appear at the next term of this Court to show
cause why the tract of land in the bill and pro-
ceedings mentioned should not be resold in de.
iault OF his failure to comply with the terms Of
F. W. RICHARDSON,
sep 1S-w4w Deputy Clerk.
TN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF FAIRFAX
4 COUNTY, June term, 1875.
Mark =. Jones, executor of Thos. Ap. G. Jones,
versus j. Follin's executor ct al. IL chancery.
:, "A rule is granted against William Fletcher,
the purchaser, returnable to the first day of the
next term of this Court, 10 show cause why the
said real estate should not be resold Extract
Teste. F. W. RICHARDSON.
sep lo-w4w Deputy Clerk.
V1RGINIA: In the Clerks Office of the
v Corporation Court of the city of Alexan-
dria, on the 9th day of August, 1876: j. M
Steuart plaintiff, vs.. Patterson Bayne, defend
ant. Case and attachment.
Memo: The object of this suit is to recover
from Patterson Bayne the sum of 1911 99, with
interest from j July 17th, 1876. and to attach the
estate, &C.. of said Bsyne, in this Common
wealth, and subject the same to said debt
The defendant not having entered his appear
ance and given security according to the act of
Assembly, and the rules of this Court, and it ap-
pearing by affidavit that he is not resident of
this State it is ordered that said defendant appear
here within one month after due publication of
this ORDER and do what is necessary to protect his
interest in this suit; and that copy of this Or
der be forthwith inserted in the Alexandria Ga.
zette q newspaper published in the city of AL
| exandria, once q week for four successive weeks,
and posted at the front door of the Court House
of this city. A copy--test.
MORTON MARYE. Clerk
u. Il. Smoot, p. q. aug 27-w4w
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CANDIDA TES.

August 18th, 1875.
nEAR SIR: We your friends and neigh bors.
~ who have known you intimately in sll the
relations Of life,. desire to present you to the
voters of Fauquier county as candidate for the
next House of Delegates.
We can fully endorse you as an intelligent,
upright and psins-t taking man of business, with
qualifications which eminently fit you for use
iulness in that body, and in whom we can entire
ly confde. We respectfully urge the use et
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

From Rev. E. T. Baird, Secretary of Pubica-
tion of Presbyterian Church South
RICHMOND, July q, 1874
The Xanthine is the only hair dressing have
ever used which has removed the dandruff from
the scalp and made my hair soft and pliabe
1t has also restored my hair to its natural color
and by occasionally using it as hair dressing,
have no doubt it will preserve the color.
E. T. BAIRD.
From Rev. Charles H. Head, D. D., Pastor
Grace street Presbyterian Church,
RICHMOND, July 20, 1874
At the suggestion and presentation of friend,
I have used one bottle of Prof Hertz's Hair
Restorative "Xanthine" 1t has accomplished
in q very brief time and without any perceptible
unpleasant or injurious effects all that is claimed
for it as restorer ef the natural color of hair
turning gray. CHAS. Il. READ.
From J. W. Lockwood, Cashier, National
Bank of Virginia.
RICHMOND, VA, June 25, 1874
Dear Sir-1 used ON my hair about one third
of bottle of the Xanthne, and the result has
been its restoration to its original color.
j. W. LOCKWOOD.
To the Proprietor of the "Xanthine:"
have occasionally used your compound,
known as "Xanthine," with results perfectly
satisfactory as to cleaning the scalp, strengthen
ing the hair and restoring its color.
Respectfully yours, VIM. B. ISAACS,
President Bank of Commerce.
JANNEY & CO.,
WHOLESALE AGENTS, ALEXA., VA.
sepl-lm
w. FRANKLIN CREIGHTON,
Wholesale and Retail Dealer tn
DRUGS, CHEMICALS, PATENT MEDI.
CINES, PAINTS, OILS, DYE STUFFS,
GARDEN SEED, &C., &C., &C.,
No. IS King street, (undsr Sarepta Hail.,
ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
Physicians Prescriptions carefully compound.
ed. Orders will receive prompt attention.
NH 24-tf
ESTABLISHED 1892,
u s. l. EAD B ATER & BRO
DEALERs IN
PURE DRUGS AND MEDICINES,
CHEMICALS, PAINTS, OILS
VARNISHES, GARDEN SEEDS,
SPICES, ACIDS, &C.,
Nos. and South Fairfax st.,
aug 2tf Alexandria, Va.
SAMUEL A. JANNEY. MAHLoN b. JANNEY.
1ANNEY & CO.,
PURE DRUGS, LEWIS WHITE LEAD
Paints, Oils and Varnishes
FRENCH WINDOW GLASS s. PUTTY,
No. 145 King street.
Orders and Inquiries from the conntrJ
oof1p ~ o5 fo -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

r hoE1V THIS DAY.
Nos. l, 2 and 8 Mackerel, new
100 bbs Split Labrador Herring.
100 bbls Extra New Gibbed do.
l00 bbs - g Round do.
500 boxes Smoked Herring
100 kits No. l Mess Mackerel.
100 kits Nos. and do.
New Salmon, Cod, Hake and Halibut in store
and for sale by S. j. REED & CO.,
sug4 70 Union street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

10 n. Barnes herrlck,
j. A. N srshall,
Jam es l.. Strother,
James M. Marshall,
K. II. Kidwell,
James 4. Green,
George Strother,
Alfred Cable,
w. a. Martin,
Robt. NJ. Stribling,
VIM. G. nj arshall,
w. A. Hoffman,
John Pearson,
A. w. Phillips,
John w hite.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

.CoA1' COAL, ooAI'
On the wharf and to arrive full stock of sll
kinds of
ANTHRACITE AND CUMBERLAND
COAL.
Sold at market rates per ton 2240 lbs.
aug 14tf w. A. SMOOT, Smoots wharf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

esq.,, Markham station.
John T. Ashby,
Josias Ferguson,
K. Jacquelin Amber,
John Q. Strother,
q. Widner,
Claude Bailey, n. D.
David Carper,
j. Marshall,
Jas. r. Kerchival,
A. G. Green,
Jsssee @. Bolen,
Thos. NJ. Amber,
VIM. 81. Lake,
Robt. B. Dawson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23
r ANAWHA SPLINT COAL.

We have just received consignment of the
above Coal to which we invite the attention of
consumers. It is pure and free from slate,
kindles readily and heats quickly. Its combus.
ton is complete, leaving no cinders.
T. j. D EHAFFEY g. CO.,
feb 10 Wharf and Yard foot of Queen st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

We will be pleased to furnish quotations at
any time.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23

Purchasing as we do for cash only from our
old established connections in New York and
Philadelphia we are enabled to procure goods
of the best quality and at the lowest rates.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-09-23
wOOD AND LOAL.

CoALI oo,,,
We are now unloading from schr j w Hines,
q cargo of fSUPERIOR WHITE ASH COAL,
which we are enabled to furnish at greatly re-
corner Royal and King streets, will be prompL-
ly filed. j. T. MEHAFFEY s. CO.,
ap7 Wharf and Yards foot of Queen st.
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LIST or GIFTS.

q l7S Cash Gifts. amounting to........$l ,OOO, 900
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-17
THE GREAT SILK FRAUDS.

LAWRENCE, THE CUSTOM HOUSE BROKER. Kx,
TRADTTED AT LONDON.
Colonel r. +. Howe. Special United States
Treasury Agent In this city, received telegram
IRON London yesterday informing him OF the ex.
tradition IN that city Of the alleged forger Charles
l. Lawrence, OF this citT. VINO was recently ar
rested at Qleenstown- Lawrence, Lafayette
Graf (his partnerl, Gustav Ball, Colonel Robert
des Anges, Deputy Collector Of the Port fnow in
Ludlow street JaiD, are Jointly indicted 10 the
United states Court for smuggling, BY evadIng the
payment OF duties on French silks, as it ~ al
legged. By completely with Custom House oinciaIs
Tue .smugRied silks, TO the value or upward q
goods merchants IN THIS city. Lawrence WAC wal
formerly custom House Oncer, was arrested
some years ago for smuggling, with JOnn
II. McUrun. the latter was convicted. put
Lawrence escaped. HIS name. formerly Lau
renee, was changed by legislative act
70 Lawrence He was once secretary
OF the Americas CLUB, and purchased In Europe
much OF toe glltterlng lurniture OF that epAeme.
raj concern. When Lawrence ned from mere ne
went 70 canada. Alter travelling a long distance
In selans ne gained Haulax, where ne took O.
LlverpoOl steamer registering nlnseli as ''ueOfge
q. Gordon but the detectives ad got trace OF
him aud cabled orders to queenstown to arrest
wnen Lawrence Is brought Dack 10 TINS city. apG
colonel Howe alleges that s'upendous frauds VII
be Drought 10 llgnt. one OF the SILK pure Iasege
| OF Messrs. II. ID. Clanin Co. nas sworn 10 having
purchased = quantity OF these silks AZ loss tpan
/ cost prlce. Lawrence II MAY De mentioned, went
/ ~ was passea througn she vustom House -
A Sho@iery.U