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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08
ASsIGNEEs' SALES.

A SSIGNEE'S SALE OF VALUABLE
n REAL ESTATE-By virtue Of all ord"
of the District Court of the United States for the
Eastern District Of Virginia. onternd IN thn
matter of John Powell, bankrupt. the under
signed will offer ut private sale until tho n ~
TENTH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1917, and
if not sold by private sale. then tho Same Will b"
olfere1 al public sale on that day (boing Court
day) before the Court House door of Fairfax
county, between tho hours of II o'clock m. and
2 O. clock D. M, to the highest bidder, the to-
lowing described TRACTS and PARCELS or
LAND, surrendered by said bankrupt: One
tract lying in Fairfax county, near Difficult
Bridge, on tho Middle Turnpike road, contain
ing 400 acres upon which John Powell now r"-
sides This farm is improved by BRlCk
DWELLING HOUSE and tho usual out
buildings and valuable brick grl,t and NOR
chant mill, is wall wooded and Watorod and the
land is Of good quality ; one tract containing -
acres, near Dranesvillei ono tract containing
100 acres, on tho Potomac river, near tho Gr"at
Falls; one tract containing 90 sores. o. Sugar
Land run, in Loudoun county, near Loves
Island All the above lands will be sold lr""
from the liens and membranes thereon. TN"
4OO acre tract Will be sold ia two or three parcels
to suit purchasers
Terms of Sale: Ono l)urh cash, and tho resi-
due on credit Of one. two and three years IN
equal instruments; the purchaser to give notes,
with good security for tho deferred payments
bearing interest from tho day Of sal9, and the
title TO be retained until tho last payment Is
made.
For further particulars enquire Of O. W. Hunt.
Fairfax &. H., or j. s. Fowler, vi Alexandra.
JN o. s. HT T5 SNj Assso"es'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

TopMAsr BRokEN-Yesterday afternoon
while the schooner Adele Trundell, from
Philadelphia. with coal, was discharglngc her
cargo at Washington, tho malntopmast', from
which is suspended the ropes and block ana
tackle which hoists tho coal from the hold OF
the vessel, snapped at the head OF the man
would fall to the deck and seriously if not
fatally ipjure some of those engaged in unload
ing 1.-The draft. The broken maintopmast was
then lowered to the deck of the vessel without
further damage. and the work of unloading
tho coal proceeded. She will finish disoharg-
ing her cargo to-day, but it will require sevc-
raj days to repair the damage to the vessel.
There was another bonfire, last night, near
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08
By F. A. KerbY, Auetioneer,

lNO, 90 Ming street, Alexandra, va
PURSUANT TO A DECREE OF THE
4 Corporation Court for the city of Alexsn-
dria, rendered a. the October term, 1S77, Of tho
said Court in the suit Of Boyd and wife vs.. Al
exander ct ais, pending therein, tho subsciib
ers, as commissioners OF sale, appointed by tho
said decreo, will expose for sale by public aac
ton, on SATURDAY, thu 1st day Of Decem-
Der, 1877, at II N ia front Of the premises tho
following described property. viz:
lst A Lot OF GROUND, with a THREE
STORY BRICK TENEMENT thereon, stua-
ted 4! the northeast intersection Of Royal a1I
Cameron streets, in the city <f Alexandria, Viz.
ginia, in front on Cameron street % feet inch.
and extending northwsrdly in depth Al feet G
inches, more or loss being the promises now
occupied by W. A. johnson as store.
ID. a LOT OF GROUND. with q TIMER
STORY BRICK TENEMENT thereon, ad.
joining the above described property on the oas!,
in front on Cameron street 81 feet, and extend
ing northwardly in depth 50 feot inches, more
or less, with an outlet, feet wide, leading int"
Royal street.
Terms of Sale One tenth Of the purchase
money to be paid in cash on the day of sale, and
the residue in thre3 equal instaments st six.
twelve and eghteon months from the day OF
sale; the deferred payments 10 boar interest
from tho day Of sale, and to bs secured by the
notes Of the purchaser or purchasers with ap.
proved security, and the retention of the tito to
the property until said notes are paid.
GEO. A. MUSHBACH, r,r,,, -
K KEMPER, nfSaIo
on31-to AT,RERT STJTA RT va >'"'N'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

ny CLEANSE TIE SYSTEM and purify the
blood. 0UIHKS IRISH TEA will do this,
and relieve Dyspepsia. Sick Headache, Consti-
patton snd all diseases caused by arrangement
Of inc Stomach or Liver. Sold by Druggists.
Twenty-Five cents per package, making one
a,srt of medicine, tea cup of which is q dose.
sd~HARD TIMES demand economy Prac-
t;ce it. Ronovate your soiled Gloves with JOU.
VEINS INODORLESS KID GLOv Il
aid hv druggists rs cents per bottle.
r.,s- TEETH, if not kept clean, soon decay.
yrunp people, remember this. Use daily
IVORY PEARL ISOiH
rnWnEk IT will preser them through life.
SeId bg druggists, 25c per bottle. feb &-ly
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

g's.saL, OYSTERS, dc.
VIM II. SMITH. sAM'L. SMITH.
yT7ILLIAM +. SMITH s. CO.,
Dealers in
PRODUCE, FISH AND OYSTERS.
No. Is north Royal street. (Market Bullding)
Alexandria, Virginia.
Having completed our arrangements for the
Produce, Oyster ard Fish business, we arc now
prepared to furnish tho trade with anything in
our line at prices to suit.
FISH three times a week, which will be offered
for sale 1T stall No. 3, City Market by Mr.: }. 6.
GRIMES. Orders will receive our special At
tontion. aug
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

Ear"G ERMAN SYRUP. NO other medicine
in tho world WAS ever given such test of its
curative qualities as BOSCHEE'S GERMAN
SYRUP. Lin threo years two million iour hum
dred thousand small bottles Of this medicine WAS
distributed free Of charge by druggists in this
country to those afflicted with Consumption,
Asthma, Group severe Coughs, Pneumonia and
other diseases Of tho throat snd lungs, giving
tho American pooplo undeniablo proof that
GERMAN SYRUP will cure them. Tho result
has been that Druggists in every town and vii.
lage in tbs United Ststos arc recommending 1t
to their customers. Go to your Druggists and
ask what they know about it. Sample bottles IL
c.s. Regular size Is cts Three doses will re-
liero any case. noVo
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

CORPORATION COURT. The Corporation
Court, Judge t. Nj. Lowe, presiding, met this
morning, at nine O'clock, but transacted no
business beyond tho entering OF an order OF
reference. in an uoinportant chanccry case.
The court then adjourned until Saturday morn
iug at ten clock, in order to allow the mem
bers of the bar to attend the Circuit Court Tor
the county,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

TIE Cry DEBr.---A lc.ttr received by a
gentleman Of this city from friend in Wash
ingIon shows how The city coupons stand else
where. II says: Il enclose coupons OF the
city OF Alexandra amounting To $500. Please
dispose of them to the best advantage. l have
held them for some time, and don't sec how
they will ever get any better. lou ought to
Get Congress to endorse Tor you as wa do.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

s&y-TIE "CORNER," S. w. OF KING AND
Fairfax streets, DEALHAM'S. is the only
place 10 buy FIRST CLASS MERCHANT
TAlLORS' CLOTHING ready msdo.
First Glass Dress Suits $780, $25, $50, Sc.
Business Suits, SIS. sc 50, S. So, $40, $l2, 5l5.
SIG 50. &c.
Overcosts Of Finest Imported Beaver. Satin
Linoj, $40.
DO. Cut Beaver, both sides visible SIS.
French Worsted $27.
Beavers SIS, $l5, Sl2, $40 and So.
Finest French Broad Cloth Coats, Satin lined.
$50 and down TO S..
Diagonal Coat and Vest of Finost Fronch
Worsted $25 down to SIS, sc.
In FINE CLOTHING you can save 33l per
cent and got thom equal in AL respects to NOR
chant tsiors', and my CHEAP CLOTHING
is the cheapest in the market.
S. DEALHAM,
oct C2 King st., corner Fairfax.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

COLUMBIA BELL. The new bell Of the Co.
iumbia Fire Company was placed in position, i'll
the cupoa Of their engine house to-day. The
bell seems to be Il superior one, aud has been
named tho Little Robert" 10 honor of we'll
known and active member Of the company.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

TERsoNAL.-R. E. pattison, democrat, who
has just been oocted comptroller of tho city OF
Philadelphia, is a brothcr-i n-law OF Mr.. e. B..
Carlin, ard Is related 10 the Berkeys, Brysns
and tho family of Me-. j. b. Smoot. of this city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

FIRE.-!About nine o'clock last night fire was
discovered in the frame work OF the back bay
window in house No. 207 + street. northwest
Washington, occupied by ii. O. Claug hton.
The flames originated In 40 adjoining house,
No. POS. occupied by NJ. Strickland, caused by
a defective fuo. a policeman exliuguishcd
the flames. Tho damage was Slight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

Dacs your head ache? Use IIoaillc's Head
ache Specific, and just as sure as you do cure
will he the result. Durang's Rheumatic Rem,
cdy cures rheumatism quickly. st
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

PANIC PRIcEs--All wool Boys OVercoat'
at S.. 90 at The Boss CIothiog House.
nov 6 NJ. BENDHEIM, Proprietor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

Beg DR. PULrA, Of Ciccnuati, says Speer' S
Port Grape Wine is pure, unaduterated, OF limo
flavor and tonic qualities. and is unsurpassed for
its restorative powers. nov o-5t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

DAY AND WEEK OF PRAYER-The Young
Mems Christian Association Of this city will
commcnce on next Sunday evening", ut four
o'clock, in the NJ. f. Church, the week OF
prayer ordered by the Louisville Convention OF
last July. The rooms OF the society will be
opened luriog the ensuing week for prayer,
and due notice OF the hour will be published on
Saturday. The Clergy Of tho city will be IN
vitcd to preach sermons to young men on sun
day, November Is.
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Southern mails, via Richmond and Frodor-
icksburg Va, $50 q. m. and Loo p. m.
Es.- General delivery window closes ut Slo p.
nj. Doors close at 300 p. m.
nSrOpon on Sundays aL Q a. m. and closes at
$3.50 Il. M.
~ITRON and CURRAN1S received by New
novs ~ Z. Is. LAWSON & co.
THEESE-C Choice Factory and Pineapple
~ Cheese just received by
novS 4. Is. LA VISION y W.
DRIMEpORToR RICO SUGAR. just received.
l. nov *. LAWSON s. GO.
CHoICE NEW BuCEWHEAT FLOUR
~ for salc by
nov s X. b. LAWSON s. co.
NEW CANNED PEACHES and TOMA-
novs " ''@' " i. b. LAWSON s co.
MINCE MEAT--Robinson and Loeble's,
lXl unrivAblo Minco Meat for sale, in quanti-
ties to suit. [nov 81 w. A. JOHNSON.
nNE OAR LOAD or CHOICE NEW
~ YORK STATE APPLES reed; this day
nov w. A. JOHNSON.
r71HE AM ERICAN MEAT AND VEGE-
4 TABLE CHOPPER. Call and examined
at MCLEAN s. UHLERS
oct27 1O7 King street.
rrkIMMINuSl TRIMMINGS
L In Silk and Worstetl Fringe also LAGOS,
Buttons of al kinds, just opened at nx-,,
oct ~ q. Z. BEEKA >.
DOTATOEsl POTATOESl 500 bushels N.
J. Y. State Early lsoso Potatoes received and
for sale by w. A: JOHNSON,
oc &c N. e. cor. Cam. & Royal sts.
DRIED PEACHES, peeled and unpeeled, and
~ DRIED APPLES. received aud for sale by
+. j. DAVIDSON,
oct 10 lat King street
BUNKER HILL CHOW CHOW AND
ID TOMATO CATSUP, by the pint, quart
o TH;" received ana '0F F. S'i .6A v
TINGSFORD'S PURE STARCH in 4 lbs
IL boxes, better suited to the family trade at
lower figures them heretofore.
oct lG GEO. McBURNEY & SON.
NvEW CUCUMBER PICKLES. in bbls.
sen rs w. JOHN SON. ,
| TIMED SUGAR COIN, received and for
- sale by
oct 10 DAVY s. HARMON.
x1EW BUCkWHEAT FLOUR and FRESH
~ DAT MEAL received this day BY ,,
oct 10 DAVY s. HARMON.
DID is tho best on the market; guar
| ~ antood 1902 Iiro test and non explosive, for
sale by [sep 2ll II. w. AVERY, 22G King ST.
DRIED SUGAR CORN for sale BY
~ j. g. g X. M1LBURN,
oct u 10 N. Royal street.
| CHOICE SYRUP and NEW ORLEANS
~ MOLAS3ES just received by
| octZ ~ j. q. - 4. MlLBURN.
ITALIAN VERMICELLI AND MACCA.
oct a2 q; ''N''''' "' FL. DAViDsoN.
= BBLs PEARL HoMINY received and
o oct TT p safe z +. j. DAVIDSON, la King st.
DRIME CREAM CHEESE and Now York
i Butter received and for sale By
oct II F. j. DAVIDSON, ID King st.
FRESH NEW YORK BUCKWHEAT re-
T. ceived and for sale by
oct IL +. j. DAVIDSON, 117 King st.
TURKEY PRUNEs and SHAKER CORN
oct ii &. VIM. RAMSAY.
pRIME NEW YORK BUCKWHEAT
J. cheap 1T
no BOXES PRIME EASTERN DAIRY
i sep &c CHEESE received " s0' a. a.5E oHNsos.
TREsH GROUND NEW YORK BUCK.
IL WHEAT just received and for sale by
oct 8 K. w. AVERY.
| - BARRELES HOMINY AND GR1TS
. just received by
oct l6 GEO. McBURNEY s. SON.
EnUFFY'S N. Y. SPARKLING CIDER
~ just received by
octa0 GEO. McBURNEY s. SON.
IN BUSHELS CHOICE TIMOTHY
| l. w SEED for sale by
oct 2S-lm WASHINGTON BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

JAM IN THE CANAL.--Thorc vas com
pleto jam in the canal again yesterday
and tho micrs, in consequence OF the
same, were compelled to shut down about
$50 o'clock and rcmain a. staudstlll untll
noon. There was also blockade of boats on
tho Aqueduct bridge, and it was several hours
before it could be rcmedied and the boats, load
ed with coal, consigned to Alexandra shippers,
allowed to proceed on their way. Just above
the aqucduct boat was stretched across the
canal, which caused blockade above that
atructure; but the blockade esst Of The bridge
down to and cast Of the High street bridge was
The worst and the cause of compelling the mills
to shut down. When the mills are compeltd
to shut down it entails upon the millers great
loss and delay in shipping their orders to East
.ru cities. 1t not only entails serious loss 10
the mlllers, but materially iutcrfcrcs with GOA
shippers 10 loading their vessels for Eastern
ports. Washington Republican.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

SHOOTING AFFRAY.-A quarrel between
Two negroes at Fishtowp, last night, came very
near resulting in case Of murder. The par,
ties 10 question, were Etastus Frcelaud and
Thomas Washington, both highly cooredc
Tho dispute occurred 10 the drinking house OF
VIM. Morgan, and after few words had
passed between the combatants. Morgan
handed pistol to Freeland and told him to
shoot. Frceland attempted to obey iostruc
tions, but the pistol hung fire and Washing
too was not hurt; Frecland thercupon threw
the pistol down with an oath, and asked for
another one. This was not furnished, and be
was shortly after arrested for unlawful shoot,
iug. The case Yves heard before Mayor
Kemper, this morning, who sent Frccland to
iail. to await the action OF the Grand Jury.
Morgan was baicd for his appearance to NOR
row on the charge of being an acconpllce
before the fact.
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HOTELS AND RESFAURAHTS.
M. RUBEN.
INSTANTANEOUS

no. II ". FAIRFAX ST.,
Has added to his wine and liquor saloon llrst'
class OYSTER PARLOR whore these delicious
biv"lvcs will DO served up in q manner that will
tickle the ralsto of the epicuresn. RoSsts
e. speciality gre i'll order from to IL p. m.
Persons wishing to satisfy the inner man can 40
no better tI,ml, give 'Germaay" call. Fami-
lies supplied with Fries y! homo prices.
SlIHI,l;N Ale on draft oct l2-lEl
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

A SSIGNEE AND COMMlSSIONEk$
"A SALEOF REAL ESTATE IN FAIR
FAIR COUNTY, VA.-By the virtue OF IN
order Of the District Court Of the United states
for the Eastern Distric. OF Virginia, entersGi
the matter CT Charles A. Hopkins, BANKRUPT
st Fairfax c. f., Va, on MONDAY, the 18Th
ds7 of November, 1877, (Court day st about
u clock m, the following real c;t:te surfen.
dored by said bankrupt in his .schadu'G;, viz
tract Of -! acres OF lnnd, with the improves
ments thereon lying Oh Pope's Head Ban, near
Fairfax station in Fairfax co Vn; also u acres
adjoining said l9i acres, and the 4nds OF )"A:'
r. korGs; also an undivided one hall @! / acres
of land on Popes Head Run IN Fn7iaz county,
standing in the name Of John II. Harrison. SAID
lands are sold free from the liens ana eAcam-
ORANGES thereon.
Terms:-One fourth cash on day Of sa!n, and
the residue in three equal instal;ncnts, 1T ono,
two and three years from day OF sale; the pur-
chaser to give bonds with approved security,
bearing interest for the deferred payments, and
the title 10 be retained Until the PONDS are pa'd'
oct 23-wts THOMAS MOORE Commissioner.
A SslGNEE AND COMMISSIONER'S
a SALEOF REAL ESTATE IN FAIR
FAX COUNTY, VA.-By virtue of an order
Of tho District Court of tho United States for the
Eastern District of Virginia, entered in the
matter of John Ii. Harrison, bankrupt, The UNI
dersigned will sell by public auction, at Falfl'A
c. r., on MONDAY, the 18th day eff Noyem-
Der, 1877 Court day. at ebout Il 0'cIpck NJ
ing to the estate OF said bankrupt lying near
Blrke's station, in Fsrfax county, Va, viz
One tract containing 81 acres roods and II,
poles one containing 81 acres 3 roods and IL
poles and one containing 81 acres-Al ailo!n.
| ing, and making desirable farm OF about III
acres. The above described land is sold free
from the lions and membranes thereon.
Terms: One fourth cash or day Of sslo, and
the residue in three equal instalmcnts At ono.
two and three years from day of sale; tha pur-
chaser to give bonds, with approved security;
bearing interest, for the deferred payments, AMI
the title TO be retained until said bonds are paid.
! JOHN S. FOWLER, Assignee.
THOMAS MOORE, Comm'r
| oct 23-ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

There was another bonfire, last night, near
the corner of Wolfe and Washington streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

CTANSBURY s. BRO,
Manufacturers and Dealers in
STOVES AND TINWARE,
Cor. King and Columbus SITS.
We have just received inc supply of Cook
Stoves, Par!or Stoves and Ranges, which we
offer very cheap. Prompt attention given to
all work entrusted to our care at prices to suit
Tho times-such rs Roofing Spouting, Repairing
Old Stoves, Fire Place Heaters. Ranges and
Furnaces We solicit the public patronage
guaranteeing entire satisfaction. OCT 6
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

CTEAMED OYSTERS
- AtJAGOE BOHRAU5,
NO. 10 SOUTH ROYAL STREET.
tic HIS just completed his new apparatus fo7
stosmng oysters, and has fitted up 8 ladies
DINING PAnhOK, where oysters in every
stv}c and other delicacies vii! BIO furnished at
tie shortest notice and 1t all hours.
MPORTED WINES and BkANDlES
and other choice liquors can be hsd st the bar.
seq 22-lrn
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An ounce Of prevention is better than q
pound of cure. A dose Of Dr.. Bulls Baby Sy-
rup will assist your Baby in tceIhing, and pre-
vent it from being attacked by Cholera To-.
fantum, Collie, or other diseases Babies suffer
with % cents.
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FOE SALE OR RENT.

TOR RENT.--1h hat desirable DWELLING
IL HOUSE No. lis Cam econ sire ,t, lately oc-
cupied by K. kemptr, ESQ 1t il supplied with
gas and water and all the modern conveniences
Apply to Mrs. SUSAN SMYTH,
nov3.3L cor. Alfred and Cameron sts
NOR RENT-The DWELLING at the s. w
IL corner Of King AMI Columbus SITS. Inquire
Of Er. ADAM or JOHN $. CHAPMAN.
oct 19-2W
EOR RENT-Tkc HOUSE and STORE No
H. So North Fairfax st Apply at No. 8 King
street [ocG-M W&Str + K. BOWMAN.
NOR 1.-TWO D WELLINGSo on
Il Washington slrc't ga' and water; seven
and eight rooms; rclt low; and TWO d WELL.
INGS on St Asaph street, good water at tho
door; four rooms each Apply to ELF ABETH
BROCKETT No. 81 N. Washington st sep l.
EOR RENT.-The STORE ROOM on the
Il northeast corner of King and Union streets
the best location in the city for a grocery and
liquor store. Apply at this office. ap l9-tf
STOVES AND TGNWARE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1877-11-08

CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE C0UNTY.-JH09c
James Keith presiding -CoNTINUATloN OF
YESTERDAYS PRoCEEDINds.- Henly W: re
brey, use, &c., vs.. Caleb and Orlando Birch;
10 debt; continued for plaintiff.
John &. Fletcher vs.. James II Piper; 10
debt; upon the petition of w. ID. Corse, Ser
geant of Alexandria ordered to pay money 10
his hands to Judgment creditor or his attorney.
and balance to W. D. Corse.
To DAY.-Austin vs.. the Arlington Turo-
pike Company case; set for tomorrow at ten
o'clock. .-...
Fletcher vs.. Piper debt; petition of the City
Council Of Alexandra filed.
j. Dix Mills vs. Margaret j. Wright ct ais !;
iu chancery; Injunction dissolved.
Seler Blouse vs.. James Stevens; in chancery;
answer OF Nj. A. Stevens filed and leave to lille
90 amended bill, aud leave to answer same aud
continued.
TIE CHURCHES. night was decidedly
night of religious exercises. Services were
held 10 no less than six churches. 10 st.
Paul's Church, Rev. Mr. Raiusford preached
one Of his effective sermons to good congre
CATION. At the Union Presbyterian Church,
Rev. DR.. NJ. d. Hoge, of Richmond, preached
to very large congregation. Rev. Joseph r.:
Wheeler preached the sermon, at the revival
services, in the NJ. L. Church, and several
persons came forward for prayers. Kew. DR.;
Inybufu, the eloquent Presbyterian divine Will
preach in thai Church to night at 100 o clock.
The regular weekly meetings were also held 10
tn, Baptist Church, Rev. MIR. Penlck; NJ. r..
Church, South. Rev. Mr.. Boyle; aod Nj. T.
Church, Rev. Mr.. Graham.
Rev. James T.. Carson will prea,h in tho NJ.
Il Church, South, this evening at - 0 clock.
ALEXANDRIA WATER Goa meeting Of
the Board of Directors OF the Alexandra Water
Company was held, last evening. 1t was re-
solved to abolish the Office Of collector and to
Impose the duties thereof on the superIntend-
cot. Mr.. +. j. Power. la view Of the increase
of duties, the salary OF the superintendent was
Increased $500 per aunum. Bg this action,
Mr. George H. Markell the very polite and ct
fcient collector Of the company, loses his place.
The measure is declared to have been one OF
economy, and to have been demanded by the
large nunber of delinquent water bills, to which
the superintendent had necessarily to attend.
DAY AND WEEK OF PRAYER Young
Mems Christian Association Of this city will
commence on next Sunday evening", ut four
o'clock, in the NJ. f. Church. the week OF
prayer ordered by the Louisville Convention OF
last July. The roorns OF the society will be
a. ,ooI fNr
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WEATHER PROBABILITIES War Depart.
o,emt. once ofthe Chief Signal Officer, Wash
;notoa, ID. g., Nov. S, lS77--l0:3O a. NJ
For the Middle Atlantic States, cloudy, rainy
weather, warm southeastery, veering to colder
northwest winds, falling, followed by 1siag
barometer.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1877-09-12
Workedto Death.

We pity that much abused organ,
the liver. 1t is held responsible for
every little ache and pain. 1t is cen.
sured on every hand. 1t is made 10
daddy nearly all diseases, and is work.
ed to death. This is detrimental, UNI
wise and unsafe. Let the liver rest.
Use no strong medicines. Keep your
bowels open now and then by the use
of mild and simple remedies, those
which are pleasant and received kind
ly by the stomach. Such remedy is
Bailey's Saline Aperient, which is
pleasant, refreshing ana eftervescent.
1t is sold at one-half the usual price,
and is all you need. sep3-tl-lS.