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The Saline County journal. [volume] (Salina, Kan.) 1871-1893, 1878-11-14

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half the families have At least one case; in
some of them all the children are down with
The Saline County journal. [volume] (Salina, Kan.) 1871-1893, 1878-11-14

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The Saline County journal. [volume] (Salina, Kan.) 1871-1893, 1878-11-14
CASUAL.
pIPrHERIA RAGING.

Along the line of the Baltimore 4 Ohio
raiiruad, diptheria is raging worse than ever
known. Twelve children died during the last
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
The .Eay Cooke Estate.

PHILADELPHIA, July GA meeting OF
the creditors Ct the Jay Cooke estate
was he'd at Tie PsopIs's Ba5k this mort
ing. Mr.. Isaac Norris presided MIR. Ed
win Levi, trustee, submitted propo'
sition for the wiuiiD.; UP Of the estate. tie
suggested that the whole of the assets. leaving
out the Ogonlz aud Lake Champlalu properties,
be carefully ca;u?d by experts. oatalogued, and
a scrip dividend Ct The amount or percentage
declared and given 10 scrip to creditors. The
lands to be offered Tor sale, but not below the
catalogue prices. The scrip to be Issued IN
small quantities 50 that the smallest creditor
may become Interested. Everybody to be H.
vted to bid, and if not sold at the expiration,
of thirty days then the creditors to come IN and
buy at invoice prices. This proposition was
referred to the committee ct credltoFs, SAID
committee 10 meet to day, to morrow aud W Cd
nesday, to receive the views Of creditors on the
proposition. a molten to adjourn over until
Monday next the creditors committee 10 the
meantime to take into consideration and recon-
mend some plan to wind up the estate aud re-
port at The aGi burned meeting, was agreed 10.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
IoCnl Brey7ties.

Msj,r T. ?. Morgan, chief of police 10 Wash
iogtoo. has ISSUED an order 10 the Potomac
Ferry Company, directing them TO reduce the
rate Of speed Of their boats between the Sew.
enth street wharf ard the lower end OF tie
arsenal.
Cd Dominica Commandery Knights TEN
plar will bold special communication to-
morrow uipht for tho lurp1sr Of cons'derIog
the prupricty Of giving au tycufslOo.
Mr. George L. PRO. has received lot Of
fne salt wat5r,aiIor5, spots and trout from Nor
folk and will have them for sale at his stall in
the market to morrow.
The Mary Washingtoh aud City Of Alcxan
dria both carried down largo crowds on their
cheap excursions this morning.
A mad dog was shot and killed 10 the First
ward yesterday moruiug.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

sp VARIOUS CAUsEs-advanolng years,
care, Sickness disappointment, and hereditary
predisposition- operate to turn the hair gray,
and either Of them inclines it to shed premature
ly. AYERS HAIR VIaoR will restore faded or
gray, light and red hair to q rich brown or deep
Black, as may be desired. 1t softena and cleanses
the scalp, giving it healthy acllon, ana re-.
use falling hair is checked. and new growth
will be produced in all cases where The follicles
are not destroyed or glands decayed. Its effects
are beautifully shown on brashy, weak or se;kly
hair, to which few applications will produce
the gloss and freshness of youth. Harmless and
sure in its operation, it is Incompatible IS a
dressing, and is especially valued for tho soft
lustre and richness Of tone it mparts. 1t con-
tains neither oil nor dye, and will not coil or
color white cambria; yet it lasts long on the hair
and keeps it fresh and vigorous. Il. $. Lead
heater s. Bro.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
Fires.

CHICAGO, July 22.-Shortly alter midnight
a fire broke out 10 the planning mill, owed BY
w. f. Frost & Co., on 10th and Charles SIS,
which was totally destroyed. An elevator,
owned by Howe j. Mem uIlin, Of Boston. was
also burned, but rs it was empty, the loss upon it
will not exceed s., 900. The loss on tho planning
mill is between $4,000 and $751; 900; insurance
IS 900. Some freight cars and telegraph poles
wcro also burned. and few surrounding build
iuga scorchcd.
TOLEDO, July D. The loss by the fire at
Defiance last night will reach S35 900. To-
surancc SOS, 900 mostly 10 small amounts IN
New York and New Eogland companies.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
Port or aEEIaJy:D.Is, july ::
Sun rises ........... IS Sun sets. ............
ARRIVED.

ARRIVED.
Stmp John Gibson, New York. to + A Reed.
Str Defiance Philadelphia to F A Reed.
Str Lady of the Lake, Norfolk, to F a Reed.
Str WThompson, Leonardtown, to FA Reed
Str Nattano, Nomini. to Jos Broders 81 Co.
Str Sue, Point Lookout to j Brodhrs u Go.
Schr r. Tssker, Kennebec, t. Il a Reed
(betore reported sshore)
Schr VIM Leo Hall, James River, to Smoot
& Perry.
Schr Exchange Washington, to j L Agnow
s. Co.
Stmp Il Knight, Now York, by + a Reed.
Str Lady Of the Lake, Norfolk, by Il A Reed.
Str w Thompson, Leonardtown by FARecd.
Str Mattsno, Nomin, by J Broders & Go.
Str Sue, Baltimore by Broders ~ Co.
Schr Exchange. Petersburg, by j Agnow
& 20.
PASSED UP.
Schrs Maggie Chadwick anil Mary OIL
fne, Kennebcc.
PASSED DOWN.
Schrs Breeze New York Sarah & Smith,
Boston; Alfred Brabrook. Providonc"; Anna
Bell, Bath Daniel Brown, Fall Rlgor,
MEMORANDA.
Schr Alice Bords ss,lod from Gardiner for
Georgetown. 18TH
schr Nellie Brown, Georgetown, at New
Schr Warren Sawyer, Georgetown. at Ports
mouth 10Th.
Schr Jos Baker, Georgetown. at Providence
10Th.
Schrs Susan, hence. for Boston. Laura Il
Messer. Windsor for this port; V Wellington.
hence. for Boston, at Vineyard Haven 18Th.
Schrs N Lyons and Colin Baker, George
town st Boston 2lst
Schr Carrie Holmes, Georgetown, At Fall
River 10th instant.
Schr Hattie V Kelsey, henc,. al New Lon
don Goth instant.
Schr A II Hurlburt, hence, a! New Haven
Goth instant
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
The Conservative Congressional Con
yentiOu Of the Stl District.

The Conservative Convention for nominating
a candidate of the Conservative party to repro.
sent the 9Th Congressional District in the United
States Congress, will be held in the city Of Alex
andria, on "Wednesday, August 28th, 1878, at y
m. The basis of representation will be one DEL
egate and one alternate TO every one hundred
votes and fractions Of one hundred exceeding
fifty, cast for Tilden and Hendricks in the last
Presidential election, to be appointed in such
manner as the county and city committeos may
prescribe for themselves.
$ !; 1z 3: sSs s ?H'i; Dist. Com.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
Postal Convention.

New York July % The postal convention,
composed of prominent officials Of the depart
ment, which began lis labor in Washington
on Tuesday last, rcasscmbIcd in tho New Y ork
postoffic, this morning, aud after brief session
adjourned sino die. The two AFFECTS which
have been under discussion, namely the expes'
diepcy of cxtoadins tho through registry pouch
system and CT applying registration to third
class matter were farther debated, aud resolu.,
lions adopted recommending the adoption or
tho systerus OF the Postmaster General.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
Prisoners STRAIGHTFORWARD.

New York, July 22.-A dispatch from
Watkins, N. y, sayss: Yesterday morning
the jaor at that place vas Knocked down and
gagged by one OF the prisoners, and eight OF
the inmates escaped. Two Of the prisoners
have been recap tured.
Robert } and Charles Londoa, of this city,
were drowned at Cambridge, N. j., Saturday
evening while bathing
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
,sunketiIlr Party.

BosToN, July 22.-The Tallapooss with Gee
tary Thompson and his party on board, arrived
at the navy yard this morning. The party num-
bers about % persons and thay will make three
days stop at this station, before visiting the
Portsmouth yard.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

THE excursion given to Norfolk and the
Capes, on Saturday, by Messrs. Helpenst inc "
Bentley ADD Ptico, of the Ebbett House drug
store. of Washington, was complete success
10 every respect. The steamer Jane Mosely
was crowded. and the managers untirng 10 their
attention to tho guests. A largo number of
gentlemen from this city wcro of tho party, and
all express themselves as being highly delighted
with the trim,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

For TIE Asvrun. Deputy Sergeant Arm
stroug and guard will leave he re to night for
Williamsburg, having iu charge Philip Park,
who has been adiudeed lunatic, and will be
confined 10 the Eastern Lunatic Asylum at that
place. On being Informed Of his prospective
departure, Park threatened vengeance dire and
great resistance.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
STEAM ER SU X,
Captain W. 9. Geoghegan.

Will make on excursion from Washington TO
Point Lookout (stopping at Alexandria going
and returning) EVERY SATURDAY during
the season. Leave King street wharf ct $50 p.
m. on Saturday, and arrive at 53Os. N. Monday.
Fare for round trip 81.
For further information apply to j. Broders
s. Co., Agents. Alexandria, or Stephenson q
Bro, Agents, Washington. D. O. je Ppm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

Marrow ESCAPE. Eddie Patterson, Ga.
z?ttc carrier, aged about fifteen years. came
very near being drowned in the lower Level OF
The canal yesterday evening. He Was unable
to swim, and going beyond bis depth, had gone
down once when man named Conklng jump
cd in and rescued him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

WHARF ON FIRE.-Mr. John Phillips while
standing on the Potomac Ferry wharf, yester.
day evening about two o'clock, discovered that
one of the piles was on fire, and had kiodIed
into light blaze. He at once gave the alarm
and tho flames were extinguished with few
buckets of water The cause of the fire is 10.
KNOWN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
SIInStrOkC.

MEMPHIS, Tenn, July 22.-Tbree fatal
cases of sunstroAc occurred yesterday, namely,
Adolph Voght, Mr.. j. ". Leben and Mrs.
Joshua Jeffries.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
E.H.HHL CO.n.uEKCE.

Arrived-Bosts A j McCalister, G NJ Stone.
blaker and w Rnd. to Hamp s. Bait Coal
Co; h Turner and II Kenah, to Blaen Avon
Coal Co; Il Por.ner, to Georges Creek Coal Co.
Departod-Str Il q Wagner and boat Peter
Sinclair.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

HYMENEAL-A large crowd assembled at
the Nj. E. Church South this evening to witness
the marriage of Mr. Richard H. Atkinson and
Miss Louisa PARIS The ceremony was per
formed by Rev. W. X. Boyle aud, at its
conclusion, the happy pair left tor tho North
on bridal tour.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

The marko! opens without any change ia
prices from the closing figures OF las: week.
Flour is in fair demand. and prices are firm st
quotations. Wheat is in good receipt about
3i0 bushels being offered to day, aud sales
ranged from 90 to l03 for good to choice. Corn
is quie! and easy, and 1872 bushels were offered
and sold at Sc. l2j bushels of Kyo and 40 Of
Oats were offered, but no sales were reported up
TO tho closing hour. Butter is scarce and nrm
Other articles unchanged.
BALTIMORE. July 22.-Virgina g.. old, 70;
do deferred 4; Virginias, consolidstsd' 555 ;
ton quiet; middling 1lsall4; Flour steady ;
Howard street and Western Super 2a$9; do tx.
ira 8 15sS4 25; do Family 5OaS5 - City Mills
Super 50AS3 70; do Extra 75aSl 70; 40 Fam
lily GUa$5 rs; City Mills Super z l)ap3 20 do
Extra 75as4 Is; do Rio brands s. rs; Pstsps;;
co Family ST 10. Wheat-Southorn active and
steady; Western dull and lower; southern red
prime lO2Al05; do amber l06slO9 Mo- Western
winter red spot 1903; July lO?i; Aug lOltslOl!
Sept lOl4a10l4, Corn-.Soulhern scarce and
firm Southern white 81 do yellow 81; Wesrn
mixed epot and July As; Aug 474; Sept 46i ;
steamer 14!a15. Cats steady Southern 29a3"
Western white 80; do mixed co. Penna 3Oa3l
Rye dull and easier good to prime 5Oa59. Hay
Is. Sugar active and strong at S3a94 Coffee dull
Rio cargoes l24sl6!. Whiskey dull and lower
at lO1.
NEW York, July 22-Stocks strong Mon
ey 1s2. Gold 100l. Flour quiet and unchanged.
Wheat dull and without decided changed. Corn
shade tirmer and moderately active.
PHILADELPHIA. July 22-Cattle markt active;
sales 1000; good 5!s55c; medium 5a5s common
4a42c. Sheep market fair; sales 1900; good a.;
medium 81 common 2 50sS3 30 per head. Hogs
dull sales 5000; good &c; medium G4sG3c; com
mon SIC.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
Death Of an Actor.

DENVER, COL, July 22.-Tom l.. 0 Common,
q we'll known actor, died suddenly OF heart
disease at Georgetown, Colorado, Saturday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

For upwards Of thirty years Mrs. Wio5loW 5
Soothing Syrup has been used for children. 1t
corrects acidity 0! the stomach, relieves wind
colo, regulates the bowels, cures dyseatery and
diarrte,, whether arising from teething or
other causes An ola and we'll tried remedy.
25 cents bottle. je 22-tt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
LOCAL MATTEIsS.

WEATHER PRoBABILITIEs.-Juy % 1878.
For the Middle States colder clearer or partly
cloudy weather, westerly winds and rising bar
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

FATHER DRUNaooLEs PRoTEGEs. There
is very worthy Catholic priest in New York,
whose heart warmed years ago towards the
triendless urchius who circulate the great news
papers of tho metropolis. Agents as they are
ia their small way, of somc of the most pres
porous institutions 10 the country, until Father
Dtumgooe rose up as their advocate two thirds
of the childish host lived as oarelessly as wild
beasts. Father Drumgooe established a refuge
for them, supplied tho lacking caro- and proteo-
ton of their parents, saw that they were
cleaned and well clothed, and when they came
to him cut. wounded and bruised, as such
waits are apt to be, applied Giles Liniment
lodldo Ammonia to their sores. This is the
only surgery that he uses, and his honorable
name is ono Of its strongest endorsements.
Trial size 25 cents.
Sold by K. 8. Leadbeater s Bro. Semi for
pamphlet.
DR. GILES, l2o West Broadway, N. Y.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

I'LL The numerous friends Of Mr.. s. Chap
mao Neaie, will regret to learo that bis wife is
lying very i'll aad in critical condition, at her
residence 10 this city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

HANDSOME REEL-Thc Columbia Steam
Fire Eugino Compapy's hose carriage has been
ovcrhaued and reprinted by Mr.. John Grant
land, and is now very beautiful piece of fire
apparatus, and reflects great credit on an Alex.
ardria artiZan.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
~ LU-eONtWZm FNuHuIeT CUuHty, Y q:
VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE.

Those DESTROYS Of obtaining admission IA tn
we'll known State Institution AZ Cadets Will ~ e
Div without delay to the undersigned
Provision is made for full discipline and To-
struction during the months of July and August.
preparatory TO the resumption of regular studies
on The 81 of September.
FRANCIS y. SMITH,
~ le-eo&wtSl Superintendent
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

1t is Impossible to take Lodillc's Headache
Specific without getting almost instant relief
Ooly 50 caots a bottle, at every drug store II
the city. D1ranr's Rheumatic Remedy fol
rheumatism,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
COMMUNICATED

A TRIP Down THE PoToMAc.-We left AL
exandria Oh The }. w. Thompson Monday
morning last Tie cheapness OF fare Oh the
boat could only be exceeded by tho kindness OF
Messrs i. A. Reed, agent, and Captain Wood
and officers of the beat, to whom We tender our
hearty thanks, and would advise all that can
get away to take trip down the river on tho
j. w. Thompson. One thing that excited our
surprise was 10 see up0G every landing large
painted signs nailed up, calling upon every one
to 60 to MaSh%s"W We e have merchants who
sell cheaper and on more accommodating terms
than they DO ia Washington. Put up your
sign boards and posters, gentlemen, aud let the
river people know that Alexandria is the place
TO yet the worth Of their money. We campcd
on the farm O! MIR. kjuch, at White Point,
where VIC enjoyed ourselves 10 fishing, shooting
snipc, bathing, and or Dying the cool breeze from
the bay. We know all about Virginia hospl
pitality, but if all PcDnsylvanians are like this
gentleman aud his worthy family. We must look
to our laur1s. We started for home with re.
peWed strength and spirits, stopping at Mrs.
HOLSTERS on the way. where We met with seVc.
raj families of our acquaintance from Aexln'
dria and Washingtonu and spent a very pleasant
evening, and arrived home Oh Friday afternoon
well pleased with our trip. G. =. a.
TO HoUsEKEEpERs. The attention Of heads
of families is respectfully invited 10 the supe-
rior quality, ia every respect oil DooLEY 8
YEAST POWDER. 1t is entirely free from adul-
teration of any kind. and every package con:
taps absoIrt" full weight Consumers should
bear in mind the fac, thai rely nure, tu!l
weigh; baking powder, such as Dooley :,
although it costs little Nero than the adulter
ated cheap, light weight or bulk powders, is
by far The cheapest, both in rucsc and health
Twenty minutes is the average time Tor Id
6illos Headache Specific to cure nervous and
sick headache. Llrse bottles, only SOC. If
you have rheumatism, Durans's Rheumatic
Remedy will cure you. 81
Doe hundred pieces OF black and colored and
light silks Just received at the popular dry
goods store Garter Ill Market Space, Wash.
ington, ID. G. Checked Silks in Navy Blue,
Black, Brown, Lavender, and Green en- pure
achite ground Narrow Striped Silks. Brown,
Navy Blue Light Blue, Back aud Lavender
90 pure white ground; Seal Brown, Navy Blue,
Light Blue, Plum, aud an immense assortment
of Black Silks, Black Lining Silk, SOC; Black
Silk, excellent quality, real satin finish, 81 ;
and our 81. % sublime quality Black Silk is the
greatest bargain in Washington. Beautiful
Blue, Cream. Black, sud all the light shades
Bunting. all pure wool, 25c; all wool Debeges'
Black Silk and wool Grcnadinc New Para
soils New Parasos New Parasols. Beaui
full shade of Cream Colored Silk Just received,
and large assortment Of Back Cashmere
Shaw!s.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

YEsTERDAY.-The hot weather yesterday
and the prevailing cpervation caused by the 10.
tense heat of the proceeding week caused a
small attendance at the churches. Rev.
Dr.. John Lanahan preached at the Nj.
Il. Church and Rev. S. Chapman at the Bap
fist Church both morning and night. Rev.
Father O'Kane of St. Mary's Church made
his usual monthly visit to Falls Church and
held services there. The Second Presbyterian,
Methodist Protestant and Christ ohur ches wero
closed during the day and evening.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

FELL FROM A SCAEToLD.- j. \. Javin:
while working 10 Danville, few days since
fell from s,affold and sustained severe bIuise!
about the head and face. His injuries were
fortunately, not serious and he is again at work.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

VIRGINIA AGRICULTURAL AND Me
Y CHANICAL COLLEGE.
The Seventh Session begins AUGUST 10TH
1873 Instead Of 1872 State Students as hereto
fore, ECO will be received free Of charge for tu-
ton Board in messes costs s. q month:
Apply for appointments as State students. or
for Catalogue, to c. L. G. MINOR, Pres'L,
je l7-eolm Blscksburg. V"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

COUNTY CoURT-Judge Jamss Sangster pre-
siltng.-The July term of the County Court
was held to day.
The estate of Sarah Bontz was committed to
the sheriff for administration.
Leonard Marbury, esq.,, qualified 81 40 at
torney and counsellor to practice 10 this court.
An inquest on the body of Thomas Johnston,
killed by the cavlng n Of an rmbankment near
Fort Runyan. was hlod.
In the matter of the road crossing Plmmet =
ruo; objections to report filed.
Septmus Brown w. John Wilson; justices
Judgment and warrant; case 10 progress.
Police lTEMs-The following cases have
been tried sinca Saturday:
Henry Mason and Smith Beale, coored,
for discrderly conduct near tho W. & .. depot,
were fined aud discharged.
John McCuen and John Robey, for an as
sau!t on Henry Smith, ccl>red, were fined aud
discharged.
Gabrielle Williams. Ellen Majors Susan
Miller and Ruben Red, all colored, for disor
derly conduct, were fined and discharged.
Lizzie Red, colored, on the same charge, was
discharged.
Robert Garner, small boy. who had run
away from bis home 10 Charles Co., Nd, was
turned over to his guardians.
Virginia Lewis, colored. an escaped convict
FROM tho Work House. was remandcd TO her
old quarters.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

DELE HAVEN INSTITUTE.
ID (FOR YOUNG I.ADIES)
ALEXANDRIA, Va
The next session Of this Institution will oreu
on MONDAY, the 18th Of September, 1878.
For Catalogue containing full particulars.
plea:e address either of tho undersigned.
6. A. PENICK, Associate
CARTER PAGE, Principals.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

INQUEST HELD.-An inquest was held at
Geisboro', yesterday, on the body OF Francis
Riley, whose body was found floating in the
river. a. mentioned in Saturdays Gazstte. 10
the sbscnce of testimony the jury rendered a
verdict according to the facts, and that they
were unable to deci 10 whether death Was accl
dental or not. 1t appeared in tho evidence
that Rily had business to settle 10 this city, and
it is presumed that while on his way here he
fell overheard Oaly thirty cents were found
on the corpse, but bis son Gays that when he
left home be had quito large SUN tf money
with him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

PERsoNAL.-Among tho visitors registered
at Old Point Comfort are Governor 1. W.
NJ. Holiday, Gen. Fhzbugh Lee and Mcssrs.
Charles S. Taylor and John w. Burke, of this
city
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

EEVER AND AGUE-Shclfs Aguo Pills,
IL Ayers Ague Cure, SC for sale by
iyI2 JNO Y GIBSON Il co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22

FAUQuIER PRIMARIES. The primary cleo.
lions in Fauquier on Saturday are reported to
have been characterized by great disorder At
Salem regular free fight took place during
which yuuns man named VIM. l.. Hunt was
struck on tho head with rock and instantly
killed by his father in law, Charles L. Brown,
a wealthy and we'll known farmer Of the ooun.
ty. At Warrenton there was fight and Mr..
VIM. SpiIlmsn bad his head badly mashed.
There is also reported to have been much dig
order 10 other parts Of the county.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1878-07-22
.PIsCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL,
WASHINGTON s. LEE UNIVERSITY
w Lexington. Virginia.

W Ie1IH8CUn, VEgIHTs'
Gon'l. G. W. @. LEE, President
Full course of instruction in Classical. Lit
ersry and ScienHc studies, and in tho PROBES
sionsl departments of Law and of Civil Ens''
The next session will open September l9:h,
and close June 25th. Total expenses. eGc'H,
sive of books and clothing, need not exc
1915; by messing, they may be reduced to 500
or $500
For full information by catalogue or circulate
address.
JOHN L. CAMBELL, Jr,