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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09
LOCAL NEWS.

WASHINGTON PRESBYTERY-CoNcLU
OF THE S1rrGNG.--From the statistical report
ordered to be forwarded to the synod the fol-
lowing items may be found Of general interest ::
The Presbytery consists of 50 minister's who
have under their care 81 churches, comprising
1896 communicates, icentiate, 5 candidates
for the Gospel ministry, and $500 Sabbath
school scholars. During the year there were
reported to tho general assembly, for beuevo-
lieut. purposes and the support of the ordinances
organized in Washington city under the name
of The Eastern church" This new enter
prise starts under very favorable auspices, be-
ing supplied by Mr.. George B. Patch, and
who, having been called to its pastorate, will
be installed on the lst of November. Appli-
cation being made to the Presbytery for the
adoption OF measures looking to the orgapiza-
ton of new church near Behring's bridge,
the enterprise was commended to the practical
sympathy of the churches under the care of
the Presbytery.
The free conversation on the state of religion
within the bounds of the Prcsbytery reveald
harmony and activity among all the churches,
the regular administration of the ordinances of
religion strong desire for general revival of
practical piety among Christians, aud the awak-
enlng OF men generally to the importance Of per-
soma! salvation through the atoncment Of the
Lord Jesus Christ.
communication was received from the ex-
ecutlve committee of the Howard University
inviting the Prcsbytery to assume supervision
of its theological department, Instituted for the
purpose of training colored men for the minis
lstry The proposition was favorably consider
ed by the Presb ytery, and committee appoint
ed to make the necessary arrangements, con-
slsting of the Rcvs. s. S. Mitchell, Loreuzo
Westcott, Masoo Noble and John G. Smith and
Judge VIM. Strong. The subject of the repre-
sentation of the Presbyteries 10 the general as
sembIy was postponed to the spring meeting of
the Presbytery
The next stated meeting Of the Presbytery
will be held in the Fifteenth-street church,
Washington city, on the second Tuesday in
April, 1876 After very pleasant meeting,
having been handsomely entertained by the
residents of Falls Church and vicinity. the
Presbytery adjourned to meet in the First Pres
byterian church, Washington city, Rev. Dr.
Sunderland, pastor, on Monday, the 18th in
slant, at 10 a. No., when as heretofore stated,
Rev. John Brown will be tried on charges pre-
ierred against him by 0. f. Hines, of Vienna
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

WILD Ducks. Wild ducks are beginning
to make their appearance on the river in the
immediate ueighborhood of the city, and the
duckers are already at work shooting them.
Those that have been sent to market here we're
mallards, widgeons and red necks, aud were not
as fat as they might have been.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

KNOXVILLE, Tenn, Oct. 9.-Judge Nc
Kinney, late Judge of the Supreme Court Of
this State, died at half past FIVE o'clock this
morning. Extensive preparations are being
made for the funeral at two p. N. tomorrow.
His funeral will be attended by the officials,
lawyers, &c., from all parts of the State.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

MIR. George RiguoId was unable to perform
last mig bit 10 Washington owing TO severe at
tack of dyseutery. His place was filled at an
lnstant's notice by youog actor banned E. K.
Collier, who, though he read from the book,
made brilliant success and was encored re-
peatedly. 1t is doubtful if MIR. Geo. Riguold
will be able to play to- night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

POLICE REPORT. There were DO cases be-
fore the Mayor this morning.
A negro named Henry Lewis, was put under
bonds by Justice Nails to keep the peace for
SIX months, for making an assault upon Walter
Gahan.
John Colson, colored member of the chain
gang, was discharged, as his term of service
had expired.
The case of Noble Simms, arrested for steal
ing pick axe fron Assistant Postmaster Gen
eral Marshall was called at ustce Whittlesey' 5
office at the appointed hour yesterday afternoon,
bat the defendant not appearing, his bail, 500,
was forfeited.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09
Suit Against Tweed.

New York, Oct 9..-Another suit was 10
stituted yesterday 10 the name of the people
against VIM. NJ. Tweed, to recover 1888 GAO "A
alleged to have been traudulentIy paid on six
warrants certified by Tweed, and, which form
the principal allegations 10 the suit against Pc
ter B. Sweeney The order of arrest was serv-
ed yesterday, returuabe Oct. 81. The bail is
fixed at 81 100000
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

hNlGnTs TEMpLAR. Old Dominion Com
manders of Knights Tempar, under command
VI Captain General George r. Shipn, were
o . again last pight, drilling for the parade
lucy lucy are to take part in at Petersburg, on the
~. lnst They performed the Intricate evo.
, anI required OF them with remarkable skill
suu precision, and will doubtless present an
aap pp as creditable as any of the other
City, W." n'ee' ID tue Cockade
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

No RACE.-The race that was to have been
run to-day at Manassas by horses belonging to
Harvey Vaughn, Of that place, and Samuel
Owngs, of Fauquier county, did not come off
in consequence of the disabled condition in
which Mr.. Vaughn's horse was found.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

JEWISH FAST DAY.--King street presented
rather dull appearance to-day, for all the
stores of the Jewish residents Of the city were
closed in consequence of the fast of the day of
Atonement. Appropriate services were held
10 the Synagogues. The fast will conclude at
shutdown this evening, when the stores will be
reOnened
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

BARBECUE. "A real old Virginia barbecue
will be given at Kirby's Spring, short dis
lance below the city, sometime during the next
fortnight, at which most of the candidates, to
be voted for 10 Fairfax county at the Novem-
Der election, will be present.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

POLITICAL SPEAKING AT MARLBORO
large crowd, considering that this is one of the
busiest seasons of the year with the farmers,
was present at Marlboro, yesterday, to hear
Mr.. Carroll the Democratic candidate for
Governor, speak. Much enthusiasm was man
ifested, and it is the belief of those we'll posted
10 such matters, that the county will 60 Demo
cratic in the approaching election by respect
able majority
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

TAKEN HoME.-Wm. Boyer, the Washing
toniau whose leg was broken here day before
yesterday by the accidental upsetting of bug
Ky, was carried back to his home 10 that city,
yesterday afternoon and says that he will never
ride with two other people 10 a buggy at the
same time again.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

OYSTERS. The best oysters sent here this
season were those sent to this office at lunch
time to-day from the packing house of Mclean
4 Co., asa sample OF supply they had just
received. They were cold, plump, so fat that
they we're almost yellow, and SO we'll favored
that they did not require particle of salt.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

JAcKsoN's STATUE.-A movement is on
foot among the ex-Confederate soldiers in this
city to appoint IS large delegation of their
number as possible to attend the unveiliDg of
the statue of Stonewa Jackson at Richmond,
during the time Of the State fair there next
month ..,.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

MOUNT Zion BAPTIST CHURCH, AIRING
ToN.-Preparations are being made to lay the
cornerstone of Mount Zion Baptist Church, at
Arlington, tomorrow, at o'clock. The cere,
mony will be performed by the Rev. William
Troy, Of Richmond, assisted by the Rev. Robt.
S. Laws, Of Arlington, and others. and num-
Der Of colored persons from this city and Wash
iDgton have signi6ed their intention Of being
present.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

Cough, Hoarseness, Asthma, or any Irrita-
ton of the Throat or BroDchiai Tubes, will be
relieved by taking DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup. 1t
has cured thousands. Recommend it to your
friends and ueighbors. Your druggist keeps it.
Price 25 cents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09
BDaRDING.
EDECA TIOyCHL.

MAPLEWoOD INSTITUTE, for both
AVA sexes, is on the Philadelphia and Balti.
more Central Railroad. Superior buildings,
lures. Small pupils admitted the entire wear.
It is Incorporated the Trustees are Friends.
Hon. Washington Townsend says:
AS to the progress of my late ward, who was
under your care and tuition for over two years
WAS we'll satisfied with the school, its arrange
ment and discipline and the progress in know
ledge he made" Address,
j. SHORTLIDGE, A. NJ,
Je lo-4m Concordville, Pa.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

Collars that do not Deed washing are desra-
bic articles The Eimwood and Warwick are
the only collars made that keep clean long or
than two days.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09
Bank Statement.
Weather Probabilities

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9, ii a. N.
For the Atlantic States, high pressure,
northeast to sout beast winds, low temperature,
increasing cloudiness and occasional rain on the
South Atlantic coast
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

LEE CHAPEL. Chapel, a neat little
church lately erected near Burkc's Station
through the exertions of the residents of that
neighborhood, will be dedicated tomorrow by
Rev. DR.. Cox, Of Baltimore, assisted by Revs.
Z. A Joyce and j. w. Shoaf, the resident
ministers
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

The ARROW. The steamer Arrow, of the
Mount Vernon line, which laid up here yester-
day for few slight repairs, was bot gotten
ready Tor her trip to-day in time to allow her
10 70 TO Washington for her passengers from
mat city, who, Consequently, We're brought
mere on the Washington terry boats, the Arrow
leaving two or three hours after her usual time
OF OF departure. The Washogtonians or rather
those who came from that city, spent the hours
they were compelled to remain here in looking
at the several objects OF historic interest in the
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

The SOUTHERN AND ATLANTIC TELEGRAPH
COMPANY have direct communication North
with Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia,
New York. Boston, and Providence. R. L.,
working direct as tar South as Savannah, Ga
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

I, The postof6ce at Hop Yard, King George
county, Va, has been discontinued as not need
ed; tue papers 60 to Comoru.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

MONTPELIER HUMANE AssOCIATIoN.--Th

MONTPELIER HUMANE ASSOCIATION. The
sub committee are still engaged in Investigate
ing the affairs of the Montpelier Iohuman As.
ISOLATION, and no objection is pow made to
the entrance into the examination room of
those members OF the investigating committee
who are not members Of the sub committee.
They have discovered nothing additional
since yesterday, except cumulative proof
OF the fact that no tickets except those
sent to the New York agency were in the
wheel at the time OF the drawing. If this had
been known on the evening of the 30th ult
how many persons, including tn c two old ladies,
who sat up duriog the whole Of the succeeding
night watching the revolutions of the wheel
and listening Tor the announcement of the num-
bers held by them, would have gone home and
had a good nights rest? 1t is understood
that among the letters sent to the officers of the
association is one from Gov. kempcr, euouir-
ing how it was possible for them to be so swim
died, and others from friends in New York, to
the same effect.
1t will be seen by card elsewhere in to-
days paper that the statement heretofore
made by the Gazette that most of the books of
the Association were burned is incorrect
There was bon fire started in front of the
hall on the day Of the drawing, and nearly
everybody who saw it said it was made Of the
books and papers of the Association. 1t now
turns out, however, that what was consumed
| were only the undisposed of tickets, which
came 10 books and the stubs of those that had
been disposed Of Nothing would afford more
real pleasure and qualification to the people of
this city and State than for the main
points in the statements heretofore made with
regard to its unfortunate affair, to be denied as
emphaticaly; and since none of the books have
been destroyed, it is hoped that the report of
the committee will contain copy of the con.
tract made with the New York agents and The
items of the cash book.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

@s-An adjourned meeting of the Relief Hook
and Ladder Co. will be held tomorrow ISatur-
day. evening, at s O'Clock. The attendance of
every member is specially requested.
oct SIT P. AGNEw, Secretary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09
A CHEAP WAY TO VISIT THE CENTENNIAL.
i q

A CHEAP WAY TO VISIT THE CENTENNIAL.
The students of St. Johns Academy, Alex
aDdrla, who propose to visit the Centennial,
have organized themselves into a cooperative
society, with the view of accomplishing their
object as cheaply as possible. The idea is a
good one, suggesting method of visiting the
Centennial in the most economical way, with
the additional advantage of association with
friends and neighbors. The Alexandria Cen
tenuial Society have gone about the business in
a methodical manner, electiug a treasurer
whose duty it is to keep an account of the small
sums deposited by the members from time to
time as the fund to meet expenses The money
will be PLACED at interest, and if the member
ship is large enough, it is proposed to invest
portion IN camp equipagc. -Rich WIG
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

CORPORATION COURT. The October term
of the Corporation ourt-Judge Lowe to pre-
side, will commence on Monday. The Docket
jurors, &c, of the term have been published
heretofore
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09
AUCTION SALES.

II
TAT TfE9oIONERS SALE OF REAL ES-
the C;ronit Cn9 virtue of decree entered in
sa1 t0u,t Of King George county at the
cause of jones' s thereof 1875, In the chsncery
&c, the undersigned, comm, snuer executors,
Tor SALE at public auction at Kps s ~ala
House, on Novemb s o sth 1s ~
located on the Potomac river in R iea' estate,
county, Va, ofwhch the late g. 3. Ae Teodge
died seized and possessed, and known a. @SAT
EDON." Caledon contains about ONE TH0iI
SAND AND TWENTY-NINE ACRES On
LAND, is located immediately on the Potomac
river, about sixty miles below Washington city
Terms made known on day of sale.
VIM. A. LITTLE, -
ST GEO. r. FITZHUGH, 8
K. B. LEWIS, 8
CHAS. ASHTON, g
JNO. PAYNE,
j. j. MASON,
King George county, oct 5-eots
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09
I EDGERS FLUID (REDl THE UNI.
II VERSAL DISINFECTANT (Permsn-

T EDGERS FLUID (REDl THE UNI.
ganate Of Soda.) 1t is the only true disnfectsut
known, all other preparations sold for this pur.
pose being merely deodorizers Tor articles which
possess the property of overpowering unpleasant
smells BY their own pungent and often disagree
able and dangerous qualties.) 1t is particularly
adapted for dsintecting sick rooms in cases of
typhus fever small pox, cholera, scarlet fever,
diarrhea, and all contagious diseases and for
purifying rooms in which there are dead bodies,
removing at once all unpleasant smells, and
destroying efectually 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
perfect state of purity. For stables, slaughter
houses, butchers shops, daries, cellars, SC, it
is is a Invaluable, keeping them in perfectly
luted fluid over the floors and walls. It keeps
dust bins, water Closets drains, ,urinsls, &C.,
sweet and wholesome, by using once or twice 8
day. For sale by JANNEY & CO.,
sep - las King street.
IANNEY's. OLD DOMINION TONIC
- ....-. BlTTERS. s
These Bitters are the extract of the best and
most ltsvoraby, known Medicinal Herbs.
Roots, Barks aud Berries, together with sutR.
cieut Pure Old Cognac Brandy to preserve Thorn
in any misunderstanding, in elegant combins-
ton, superb Tonic, Alternative and Diuretic.
They are confidently recommended in all cases
of Dyspepsia, Nervous Headaches, Indigestion
and Heartburn, Weakness, Lsngor and Debll-
ity, Torpid Condition Of the Liver. Obstinste
Constipation and Loss of Appetite. They are
also sure preventive of Ague and Fever.
They are pleasant to the taste, and the most
delicate stomach will find nothing dissgreeabe
IN them. Along water courses and in low and
msrshy districts they will prove sure safe
guard against the diseases incident to such Sec
tons Of the country. Weak and debilitated
temal es will derive great benefit from their use
In quart bottles, at 81 each. Prepared only by
- JANNEY & CO.,
and for sale, both wholesale and retail, at their
Drug Warehouse, 145 King street, Alexandria,
Virginia. :. t.'.t. sep8
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

ELOOR STAlN-We have just prepared by
u new recipe supply of very superior
Floor Stain, which we offer to our customers by
the pint or gallon at very reasonable rates.
sep II JANNEY IL CO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

DARKER MILLS BLEACHED COTTONS
~ Another case of those splendid Cottons
Also Androscoggin and other popular brands.
u. F. BRASHEAR
sep ID No. 100 King az
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

PEST Mocha Java LaGauyra and Rio COT.
~ fees, in natural state or freshly toasted, for
sale by aug ID j. G. s. E. MILBURN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

E7LOUR-250 bbls Occoqusn high grade Elk.
IL ira Flour for sale by
aug Ii WASHINGTON 81 BRO
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09
sep ID

SPARKLING CHAMPAGNE CIDER-A
~ very fine article-in pint and quart bottles
Just received direct from New York and for
sale by the case or single bottle.
oct 3 JANNEY & co
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09
FOR RENT,

ss FOR RENT-TWO DWELLINGS, one
Ea on Washington street, with gas ana water,
and one on ST. Asaph street. with pump at the
door. Apply to j. T. HILL, Agent for Mrs
Robt. Brockett iyl5
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

COFFEE, a strictly prime article
IVA. for sale by
aug9 j. @. s. E. MlLBURN. !
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

600 LBS GENUINE OLD Gov
ERNMENT JAVA COFFEE
III mats, just received and for sale by
aug IL GEO. McBURNEY Sc SON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

PAkERS PREMIUM BITTERS, a per-
~ manent cure for Dyspepsia, Nervous De-
billty and all diseases caused by disordered
state of the liver or stomach. Just received q
fresh supply at
WAKEFIELD s. HALLS,
sep 8 Corner Prince and Fairfax streets,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-10-09

NEW CROP TEAS at bottom prices at
~ oct RAMSAY'S CORNER.
The Cairo bulletin. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1872-1878, 1875-03-10
PRIZE PACKAGES.
4 GoIcOnda Mans Experience with
Them While in Cairo
We are Fast Becoming Nation Of Gam
blers."

A correspondent of the Golconda Her.
aid writing to that paper, tells his expe-
rience with prize package dealers while
in this city. He don't seem TO think
much of the way they do business in
these parts. and says that 1--WE are fast
becoming a nation Of gamblers" The
following is his letter;
While in Cairo, short time ago,
stepped into a bookstore and inquired {:
Have you any paper collars, No.
l4lg' 10 which the gentlemanly clerk re-
spondcd:
Plenty, sir, plenty; big thing; prize in
every box; chances TO draw n watch
worth"
But don't want prize or watch
only box of collars, replied. Have
you any without prizes -
"Well, no, sir" was the hcsitating an
swcr; fact is, we sell only the prize col
lars. Only yesterday gentleman bought
box and drew
But did not wish to hear the story.
rather Indignantly babe him "good-day''
and stepped out.
The above fruitlcss effort to get col.
lar, sans gambling. set me thinking
Prize collars, prize backing, prize sta
tionery, soaps, candy, jewelry and pie
lures The last time | was in Cincin-
natl saw prize jeans, towels and prints
How long will it be till we have
prize beei-steak, potatoes ard onionsi
and then, with my horror ol
lotteries, and unwavering resolution
never to buy prize OF any kind, how Am
going to subsist: Am TO starve?
am getting afraid to send head of cab
bage to the kitchen, for fear it contains 4
prize. or a ticket to drato something
somewhere, once spent an hour at !
county fair, mot in Pope county. how
ever.) and while | was on the ground
was afraid to buy an apple. for fear
, would "draw" something. for the whole
| crowd seemed to be engaged in buying
and selling prizes" One was selling
envelopes containing cake of soap, ant
an unknown sum OF money, all for fifty
cents. At least dozen lottery anC
gambling establishments; each presenting
some particular attraction, were in full
blast, and small boys peddied package,
of prize candy through the crowd.
particularly observed one keen-eyed de
scendant of Abraham, standing behind
| showcase, respondent with cheap jewel
ry. Said Israelite had good lungs, an(
used them.
"Shtep up, shentlemans," he yelled
'puy dicket, und zee vat you draws
shoost try your lug ~
We are fast becoming nation Of gam
blers and the church, Instead of doin,
anything to check the tidal wave Of ruin
! favor and make gambling respectable
by practicing 1t at nearly all their fair
| and festivals gotten IN TO ''raise none
The Cairo bulletin. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1872-1878, 1875-03-10
Liberal Religious SOciablc.

This being the night for the regular So
ciable of the Liberal Religious A,socia-
ton to take place, Liberal Religious
hall will be thrown open for the accomo-
dation of these who may wish to attend.
A. usual, Eisenburg's string band will be
present TO furnish music for those who
may wish to spend the evening in dane
ing. Owing to reasons of their own. the
association have concluded to 60 back to
the old planagain. aud hereafter they will
hold their entertainments on every
Wednesday evening. They extend a cor
dial invitation TO their friends and the
public generally to participate in the en-
jOymeuts offered by them.