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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

Mansion House last night, with Major J. w.
Green in the chair and Mr.. ~. B. Harlow
secretary. An assessment Of s. per share
was made upon the stockholders for the
purpose Of securing samples and testing
the value and quality of the soap stone ana
ochrc which the company OWLS in different
parts OF the State. As stated yesterday. the
works of the company will be located in
this city, and the stockholders express con-
fidence in the result of their undertaking.
HUNTING CREEK ACKNOWLEDGMENT COM
plant Is made by those who live on the on
positc side Of Hunting Creek. of the bad
condition OF the bridge and cau+ewav over
that creek. The causcway has become SO
settled and washed, that now. al hinh tide,
the water stands about two feet over the
roadway, and vehicles as well as pedestrians,
Frequently have TO wait hours before thev
can get across. The bridge is under the
contrnt ii the read commissioners oiEairlax
county and their attention it is said has
been called 10 the matter.
PROPERTY SALEs.-Grecn & WISE uuc-
tioneers, sold to-day for c. w. Wattlcs, COM
missioner Of sales, John Summers lot on
Pitt street, to Summers & Bro, for S775;
Jbiitl H. ilSCOc lot Oh south fillfllX street,
with two two-story brick houses thereon, TO
". y. Brown, for 1920; Harrison Hardy's
10; on Oronoco street, between Alfred and
Columbus, to w. II. Smith, for $50; and
Mary O'SHliyan's lot, on Franklin street.
between Lee and Fairfax, to John r. Hill.
for go,
l'olIcE E!:roET-The police report the
ely Was unusually quiet last night, and but
few arrests were made
The Mayor tried young man this morn
ing for disortlerly conduct at house near
the wharf last night, and discharged him
with n rcprimand
a conntiyman complained that his wagon
had nccn robbed Of some sheep skins and
the police were instructed to keep lookout
for the the thief and colore;l boy was
arrested and locked up
The FIRE by which Mr. Selcct.nan lost
his house and store. Oh Monday night, was
the work of an incendary Mr.. S. lost
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09
CHEAP BEEF,

NEW STAND
The advertiser having taken the store roo,n At
tho northwest corner Of Prince and Royal streets.
will keep constantly u supply Of the finest meats
that can be had i'll the market. Especially will
nc keep on hand a supply Of WESTERN BEEF
OF the very best quality which he will sell ut tho
lowest cash prices much lower than other ,lcScri,
lions of beef can be bought for. Mutton. Veal
Pork aud Corncd Meats always on hand Give
me IL call and will convince you that il will h:
to Your advantage to blIT Of .uH
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

CooI. NIGHTS remind lis that warm break
tasts will soon be in demand, and that Heck
er'$ Sclt,l!alsing Ruckwhcat will shortly be
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

lleckcr's Self Raising Flour is always in
season. For sale by all groccrs ocI4- eo2m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

WHO DOES YOUR PRINTING Our reputa
W ton for lirst-class printing is well-known in
this city. While we do the best work we also
chrr@e you less money than any other house. We
do not offer special lines at very low rates but give
customers the benefit olbottom prices for all kinds
OF work. Rrmcmbcr We do not lower the standard
ut our production, but give you good materials and
the highest grade OF workmanship We shall con-
tinue to be tue leading printing establishment Of
this part of the State.
aug1 ROBERT RFTI,S-SONs
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TAYLOR d FUE1I.
ATTRACTIONS EXTRAORDINARY.

ATTRACTIONS ENTKAORDlNARY.
The most desirable assortment of these very
popular suits ever seen in the city Many of them
arc of exclusive property, and imported to our
order, and they are by far the most reliable in
style, quality of work and fit, of any goods in this
market Ladies who examine them will not fail
to discover this fact, and to the prices they arc
much below the cost of the goods and making ut
home by ones own seamstress
TheC loaks and Wraps are also very attractive,
and strictly first class. Ladies will do well to cx
anime them carly. Attention is also called to the
very choice selection Of CEIILpRENS SUITS and
CLoAkS. They are absolutely unapproachablc.
GS- Special attention is called to our DRESS
SHIRTS to order.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09
AUCTION SALES.
By r. T. Lucas & Co., Auctioneers,


+ COMMISSIONERS sALE-By virtue Of \ de-
- cree of the Corporation Court for the city of
Alexandria, Virginia, rendered ut the October
ter'' lSS Of said court, i'll the chaucerr cause of
Isaac Elchbcrg ct ais. VS.. II. s. Barker ct ais the
SUBSCRIBERS as special commissioners of sale, APP.
pointed by said decree will offer for sale at public
auction, on SATURDAY, the 9th day of Decem
per, 1857, at II m, in front of the Market Build
ine, On Royal street, IN the said city of Alcxan.
Wt tne TTaE in the said decree to
BRICK STORE and BRICK DWELLING t thare sm'
OF which II. 5 w. Barker died seized. situated mt
the southwest intersection of King and Con,n,aroa
streets, in said city of Alexandria, and rnninr
back to Dugan's line.
Terms of Sale: Onefourth of the purchase
money III cash on the day of sale, and the residue
ID three equal payments ut 8, ~ and 10 months
from the day of sale; the deferred payments to
bear interest from the day of sale, and TO b.,
secured by the notes of tho purchaser with an
proved security, and the retention of .the title to
the property until said notes are paid.
LEONARD MARBURY, Special
noy9-ts ALBERT STUART, CONS.
TRUSTEES SALE OF occoQUAN MILLS,
BY virtue of two deeds of trust from Josepb T
Janney to me rs trustee, one dated July 3 1873
the other dated April Ia, 1880, and both duly
recorded in the County Court of Prince. William
the premises, on WEDNESDAY, the 18th day of Of
January, 1883, at IL o'clock a. m, the property
sltuated at oeeoquan, in said county, known as
the oCCOQUAN MILLS PROPERTY, consisting
OF the Merchant Mill, the Office adjoining, Coun.
try Grist Mill and Saw Mill, together with
the Mill Race and all the water rights and other
rights and privileges appurtenant to the said mill
property.
The property will be sold subject to the dover
right OF the widow of the said Joseph T. Janney
Terms: Cash.
oct12 S. FERGUSON BEACH, Trustees,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

The FIRE by which Sir. Se!cctnan lost
his house and store, on Monday night, was
the work Of an incendary Mr.. s. lost
everything, and was only partially insured,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

DED CROSS TOMATOES dozen of the
~ justly celebrated Red Cross Tomatoes said To
be the best packed. received to day by
nuv9 ] C.NIJ pT,pN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09
DWELLING HOUSE FOR SALE.
DESIRABLE RESIDENCE TOR SALE

One Of the most elieibly located and desirable
RESIDENCES in the city of Alexandria i>olYcrcd
for SALE
The dwelling contains twelve fine rooms. with
bath room, kitchen, wash house, &c. and the
grounds are spacious handsomely laid of and
have on them fine grape arbor, and various kinds
of bearing fruit trees
For further information, terms, st., st., apply
to either Dr.. NJ. NJ. LEWIS, or EDGAR SNOW
DEN, Executors of the estate OF tho late ]. II.
Brent. Oct19-f
DOR RENT-My DWELLING, corner OF Fair
IL fax and Gibbon streets, containing 10 rooms
with all modern Improvements: stable and fine
yard. Apply at once to
octi-tf r. t. LUCAS
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W.J. HULIIA Nd
IL. W. Cor. Prince and Royal streets.
will also keep constantly Il supply Of Fresh
Poultry, Eggs, Butter and Vegetables Eighteen
pounds Of Puddings and eight pounds Of Sausage
sold to shop keepers for 81. oct19 I'm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09
AlTCl1ESON & BRO.
Plallin 9 Mill and Box Factory,

81 AND G3 S. UNION STREET,
manufacturers OF Doors, Blinds, Sashes, Window
aud Door Frames, White Pine and Poplar Mould.
inSs, Hand-Rails, Balustcrs, Newell Posts, Brack-
els, Porch Columns, Pcws and Church Work,
Nhcelrght and CoachmakerS material, etc., ETC.
Soda Water and Ginger Ale Boxes, Egg Boxes.
Patcntcos and sole manufacturers of
AlTCHESON'S PATENT BEER BOX & CRATE.
Having added every year new and improved Ma.
cmncry to our works. our facilities for the pro-
duction of goods are second to none. Our con-
slant aim is not only to maintain the high stand.
ard of excellence, which has heretofore character
lied our work, but tn use every effort available to
improve, both i'll style and finish, that it may con.
tinuc to sustain good reputation with our trade
and the consumer.
Our iacitics for filling orders promptly are un-
surpassed, being located in close proximity to the
shipping and convenient to all the Railroad depots
in the city. Estimates and information furnished
promptly by return mail. oct25-eo1m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE CoUNTY.-Judge
James Keith presiding.-City Council OF
alexandria vs.. The Board of Supervisors of
Alexandria county--on an appeal-dcci-
sion OF the County Court affirmed
y,aS.Fitzpatrick vs.. Clayton Connor: debt:
and costs.
Samuel Pallant VS.. S. B. Corhett: trespass;
dismissed. ','
q; ". c. Lee VS.. F. Kaufman ct al. and
e. Z. Lee vs.. Austin Branham ct al. F.
). Poser vs.. f. NJ Mills; Rum ford Chemi-
cal Works VS.. w. Tucker; Geo. NJ. Miller
vs. -: Baggott's heirs; Peake & Co. vs..
Michael Hart. These causes were con,;u.
ued until next term.
vine Adamantine Brick Co. vs.. l.. G.,
WOOD ct al; argument in progress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09
HN THE TRADE.
JOHN 4. FIELD.
IL King strcci,

u REICH AND MuZZLE LOADING GUNS,
~ iiSlotS, Caps. Brass Shells. Paper Shells,
Loading Implements, Primers, Wads, &c., &C., mt
- king street, corner of Royal. Just received
and in S'or" another supply Of the above goods,
which were purchased at low prices and will be
sold \! II snail advance Call and sec for YOUR
srlyr, ioct21 ]. 7. CREIGHTON & son
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

( NAUDENT, NEW FLEXOR CRASIS, Cos.
- sack Ontario and all the leading patterns in
Men me Neckwcar. {. NJ. ADAMS,
Oct3O-Gt 60 E;nns+
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

po n.ssEcIoRs' MEETING.-A meeting Of the
.na &C OF Directors Of the Virginia Mining
""u manufacturing Co. was held at the
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

n OIlCE-liaving determined to retire from
~ business, warn all persons indebted to me
prior To June 1*t. 1852, to come forward and set
Tie nj once. If said parties have not paid hy Nov
-, lSS2. | will PUBLISH THEIR FULL
NAMES As DEAD BEATS
urto1 I'd ! f:CNyprpccp
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

ROARDERS WANTED Miss Dcahl, having
- desirable rooms, in her house vacant, can ac-
colnmodatc BOARDERS. She will also receive
table boarilcrs. uoy9.1w
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09
STNCEIIOT.DEES' MEETING.

Aoticc is hereby given that there will he a
meeting Of the Stockholders of TIE VAPOR
FUEL COMPANY ut the office Of Judge c. Z.
stuart i'll Alexandria, Va, on MONDAY, the
2oth instant. between the hours of II IN. and ,
o'clock p. IA. Hr order Of the Board
n2r3-lot f. B. NIXON ScSty
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- I \ 7 4 ia X ELS, Is So.
CITY T""ns""s-'s omcr,
Room No. , Market Building.
Alexandria, Va, Nov. 9, 1SS

Alexandria, Va, Nov. 8, 1892
On and after Monday next, November 18th, |
will be prepared 10 receive the State tax upon
persons property, &c. for the year 1852. On
December lst D per cent will be added to Ill bills
then remaining unpaid. Tax payers, by paying
their bills before December LIST. will save the 5
per cent penalty. After that date will he COM
pcllrd to enforce the collection. according to law,
OF al bills then unpaid
nov9 tdecl NJ. L. HARLOW. City Treas.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

poSIN, LUMP CHALK, WINDOW GLASS
IL Putty. Sperm oil, Ncatsioot Oil, Lampblack.
French Shoe Backing, Ladies Shoe Dressings and
Spirits Tnrpcntinc. just received
nOrS l.. $. LEADBEATER IL BRO
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W0OD And COAL.
COAL AND WOOD

AT LOWEST MARKET PRICES.
We invite the attention of consumers. We have
the best machinery in the city for saving and
splitting wood, any length at the shortest notice;
also all kinds of coal delivered from our wharf or
yard at the shortest notice. Call at ward, corner
OF Duke and Fairfax streets; you can SEC what YOU
are getting, also our machinery in operation.
Coal, 224O lbs. to the ton. Give us call and YOU
will find it the most convenient yard in the city,
Dew. AITCHESON
nov2-3m N. E. Cor Fairfax and DnLe 81
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WARMERS KIDNEY and LIVER CURE, Dia-
w bctcs Cure, Ncrync and Pills, Il large stock
on hand.
nOvS T. S LEADREATEP 4 RPo
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

SCOTTS ELECTRIC HAIR BRUSHES, Hair
~ Brushes and Combs, u large assortment just
received by
EOvS ES IEADRFATFP G. mo
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

's'llE BEST 80 CENT MERINO SHIRT to be
L found at
n0vS AMOS SrtyN.ECp,c
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-09

4 FRESH SUPPLY OF BOILED AND RAW
u LlNSEED OIL; also Neatsfoot, lard, Tan
ners and several grades of Lubricating Oil, al
ways on hand at w. F. CREIGHTON'S,
de26 So King street.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-09-21
ELOTERIAL.

BY appointment the Democratic
Pictorial convention Of the district
composed of Hardeman and Fayette,
met in the Court House at Bolivar on
Sept. Is. Called to order by G. H.
Anderson, Chairman Of the Dem. Elk.
Com. on motion G.. A. Staiubakc Of Fay
cite was elected temporary chairman,
and L. Williams Of Hardeman tenn
porary secretary. On motion the
chair appointed J. c, Mcneil Of Fay
cite an A. T. McNeal of Hardeman
committee on permanent organization,
representation and credentials. They
reported, recommending the tempo
rary to be the permanent officers that
Hardeman was entitled to 10 votes
and Fayette to 90 the list of dele
gates published in the SomerviIle Fal-
con and Bolivar Bulletin are the del
egates entitled to seats in the conycn-
ton. The report was adopted. Nom
nation being in order \ j Coates
nominated, q a Miller for Floater.
Il w Smith moved that Mr.. Mil
er be declared the nominee by accla-
nation which was carried.
Mr.. Miller was escorted to the
stand and accepted the nomination
in Il short and appropriate speech. Oh
motion, the following resolution was
unanimously adopted
Resolved; by the delegates Of the
Democracy OF the Counties of Faycttt
and Hardeman Counties in Comven
zion assembled.
hat we indorse heartily the action
OF the Democratic Convention Nush
vile on 20,h June last and pledge oul
earnest support to the nominee and
platform Of said convention.
On motion the convention adjourn
oil. +. Williams q. 4. Stainback
Secretary. President.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-09-21
NORMENT AND MILLER

Jesse Norment has been nominated
for Senator and Chas. A. Miller for
Floater. These gentlemen received
the unanimous vote Of the respec-
tive conventions and start forth
il the race with the hearty support
aud best wishes of the democracy.
They viii at once enter upon an active
canvass ard urge democrats every
where to renewed efforts that the Re
pubIicans may no longer control State
affairs. Wien they speak we hope
the people will turn out in full strength
w hear the discussion.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-09-21
llr. ID. s. Johnson
PRIV ATE
DISPBNSARY,
No. II - n1e1-%on street.
Between NAM ASD FRONT STREET


Dr: Johnson l. Acknowledged by all
prties Interested ~ b. flr the most SUCCESS
in physician in the treatment OF private
and secret diseases. Qnick, thorough and
permanent cures guaranteed in every case,
male or female. Recent cases oi Gonor-
rlIo.a and Syphilis cured in few days with
out mercury, change Of diet, or aindrance
from business Secondary Syphilis, the
last vestage eradieatcd without the use Of
mercury. involuntary loss nf semen stop
ped IN a short time sufferers from impo-
iency or loss Of sexual powers restored to
free vigor in few weeks. Victims Of self
abuse and excessive vencry, suffering from
Spernatorhjea and loss Of physical and
mental power, speedily and permanently
curcu
Particular attention paid to the diseases
of women, and cures guaranteed.
Throat aud lung diseases cured by new
remedies.
Piles and old sores cured without the us'
/ of eaustic or the knife.
All consultation strictly confidential.
Medicine sent by express to all parts o
| the country.
Office hours from a. m. 10 Q p. IN.
d. S JoHNsoN, NJ. D.,
Memphis, Tenn
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-09-21
Pa form OF tae Democratic Party c
Tennessee.

The Democracy Of Tennessee, in
State Convention assembled. declare.
]. That the Democrats of Ten
ncssee, with their majority of the
popular vote are the rightful guar
dams of the honor and good name of
the State, and they willingly accept
the duty and responsibility of pre-
serving them from faint or suspicion,
and that it is equally their right and
duty to settle its Indebtedness.
2. That while We accord to all an
honest difference Of opinion, we re-
gard the enactment Of the 60-3-4-5-6
as unwise, because it is, in our opinion
not in accordance with the views Of
the people.
8. That there is portion Of the
State debt. such as the bonds issued
for the building of our Capitol, for
the purchase of the Hermitage. etc,
and commonly known as the State
debt proper, has never been disputed
by any portion Of Our party, We con-
slider as a valid and sacred obliga-
ton of the State, and favor the pay
ment of the same in full, less war in
terest; and that we are in favor of pay
ing in full the twentv-nine bonds held
by the widow Of James X. Polk, and
all bonds held by educa tionai, literary
and charitable institutions on the FIRST
day Of January, 1882.
4. That We tender to our creditors
settlement of the remainder Of the
State debt by paying one-half the prin
cipal and accrued interest by issuing
bonds of the State bearing interest al
the rate of thlee per cent per an
mum.
5. That we are unalterably 0ppOs,
ed to every species of monopoly a
des tructive of liberty and the best in
terest Of the people, and to this ent
we favor the establishment Of Il conf
mission, the object of which shall bo
TO regulate the tariffs ,harged by The
railroads ef the State so as to put III
end to the unjust discrimination by
said roads in favor of through IL.
against local freights; and we are il
favor Of such a system Of taxation al
will force railroad com panies 10 pay
their Just proportion of the taxes o
she State according to the real value o
their property; and thai we are OPP.
posed to all unequal taxation upoI
| the mercantile ard manufacturing in
! tercsls of the State.
! & Fiat e tttvor the timc-honoFcC
! doctrine Of Instruction md recogniz,
| the right of the people at AL times an,
upon all questions to communicate
th,ir Jews 10 their representatives.
| Z. That We favoran efficient pub
liz -chool system, and the liberal ed
ucation Of all the children Of Tia
State.
8. That We arraign the Republi-
can party for its venality and cotrup
ton in the administration of the Stat
and Federal Government, and for il
total disregard OF all civil service re
form; and do hereby declare cur IN
qualified opposition to the practice 0
sand party i'll lcvying upon the EN-
pioycs Of the Government a tax fo
political purposes.
9. That we are opposed to tn
calling Of Constitutional Conyeu
ton dt this time.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-09-21
CONSUMPTIOM CURED.

An old physician, retired from ac-
tive practice having had placed in his
hands by an East India Missionary
the formula Of a simple vege able re-
nedy for the speedy and permanent
cure of Consumption. Bronchitis, Ca
taIrh, Asthma, and all Throat and
Lung affections, also z positive aad
radical cure for general Deii.iiy an'
al complaints, after having
thoroughly tested It's wonderful GU
rative powers in thousands Of cases
feels It his duty to make it known to
lie suffering fellows. The receipt fui
particulars, directions tor preparation
and use, and all necessary advice ant
instructions for successful tre.tmen'
at your own home, will he receiver
by you by return mail, Tree OF caar4o
by addressing with stamp or stampe,
envelope.
DIR. NJ. i. BELL,
161l1m n. Calvert st. BaCre,M III
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-09-21
Henderson Masonic N. II.
INSTITUTE.
FACULTY.

6. N. Savage, A. NJ. Chairman Of Faculty,
Prof Of English. French, and Hebrew
J. +. Inman, A. NJ,
Prof. Of Mathematics and Natural Science.
y. P Hackett, University Of Virginia,
Prof. OF Latin, Greek, and German.
Miss Lulu Carroll. B. Lit,
Principal OF the Preparatory Department.
Mrs. ~. ]. Crook, Polite Literature,
CoIum bia College, 5. C.,
Principal Of the Musical Department.
Miss Cassie Mason NJ f, L.,
Teacher Of Painting, Drawing and
CAis-t enics.
J. A. Crook, N. D.,
Lecturer on Anatomy, Physiology and
Hygiene.
IT. C. Hankins, Instructor in Telegraphy.
The Professors assistants will be appoin-
ted in due time.
Facts characterizing this college:
Breadth and depth of curriculum not
surpassed by any Institution in the coun-
try.
The wisdom of Its management tested by
the experiences Oh thirteen years.
The moral security Of students as perfect
az can be promised anywhere
Expenses as moderate as any business
msn could ark.
Three literary societies and a monthly
Magazine completing its seventh volume.
The young ladies and gentlemen meet on
ly ia tho classroom and chapel hall.
Next Session opens September 4, 1882.
Apply Tor Catalogue to
@. NJ. @nvage,
Eszaae==oaa, Tenn
! 1889