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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

RAILROAD MEETING.--Th annual meet
ing of the stockholders Of the Alexandria &:
Fredericksburg Railway Company was held
at the office in the depot Of the company in
this city this morning, when the following
officers were elected: President, C. B. Rob
crts; Directors, John Grove, ]. n. DuBar.
~, John =. Green, Albert Hcwson, John
S. Leib. G. 3. Roberts, \. Parker short
ridge and &: {. Wilkins; Secretary and
Treasury. Albert Hewson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

PERsoNAL.--MrsD DR.. Elicit of Blacksburg
is in the city, visiting her sister Mrs. J. II.
d. Slnoot
Miss Mary Amber of Fauquier and Miss
Maggie Campbell, Of Lexington, arc visiting
this city, the guests Of Miss Norton.
Mr.. Edward Turner and Miss Mamie
Carter, daughter of the late Col Richard
Carter, of Fauquier. aud consul at Panama,
will be married at The Plains tomorrow
Col. W. A. Stuart continues i'll ut his resi-
dcnce on ROYAL street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

WINTER FlsHERY.-Capt. Robert Travcls
and party Of six fishermen left this city
this morning for Deep Hole, Occoquan Bay,
where they will Immediately engage in the
winter fishing and continue til Christmas.
or till the river becomes frozen. They went
well supplied with provisions, &C., and OK
pect good catch, as Deep Hole is one of
the best shores on the river. They will send
the fish they catch to this and the Washing
ton markets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

DEATH OF a WELL KNOWN YoUEG MAN.
Mr.. George Pattison Berkeley, son of Mr.
William \. Berkeley. of this city, died nj
Hcrndon, Fairfax county. this morning at S
o'clock, of paralysis Of the brain Mr. Bork-
ley was we'll known in this city, was prom
inent Good Templar and his many friends
here will regret to learn Of his death. He
moved to Fairfax county several years ago.
where he has been connected with the
Clerks Office of that county. The remains
will be brought to this city for intcrment
and the announcement Of the funeral will
be made tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14
DESIRABLE RESIDENCE FOR Sale

Ono of the most elisibly located and desirable
RESIDENCES in the city of Alexandria is offered
for SALE
The dwelling contains twelve fine rooms, with
bath room, kitchen, wash house. &c., and the
grounds are spacious handsomely laid off and
nave nave on them fine grape arbor and various kinds
OF bearing fruit trees
FOR further information, terms, &C., &C., apply
10 either DIR. NJ. NJ. LEWIS, or EDGAR SNOW
Den Executors of the estate of the late J. H.
Brent. oct1o IS
EWt kEA MY DWELLING, corner of Fair
l. lax anu Cilbbon streets containing 10 rooms
with all modern improvements stable and fine
yard. Apply at once to :,
octi~tf r. T. LUCAS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

THE GULSARE UNDER 4 NEW FLAG
The British steamship Gulnare, we'll known
al this port. which was recently sold to par
ties in Jamaica, arrived at Baltimore from
mat port with heavy cargo of oranges and
bananas yesterday. The trip was made in
seven days, which is a short trip, but there
We're heavy gales during the entire passage.
some anxiety was experienced for her safe
", but she arrived on time, with her cargo
III good order.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14
j,,yn'rHE FAILURE OF WENDEI,

j).sy'filiI FAILURE OF wendell,
ROSS < LUBEN, WHOLESALE CLOTHIERS OF
NEW YORK, CAN WELL BE APPRECIATED
By ALEXANDRIANS FOR l HAVE PUR.
CHASED FOR CASH FROM THE CREDITORS
OF THIS FIRM $50, 900 WORTH OF THEIR
CHOICEST OVER COATS AND SUITS. l
BOUGHT THE STOCK TO SELL, AND THE
CITIZENS CAN REAP THE BEN EFT OF THE
GREATEST BARGAINS EVER OFFERED BE-
FORE. OFFER OVER COATS WELL MADE.
STYLISH AND ELEGANTLY TRIMMED, FOR
LESS THAN YOr CAN PURCHASE THE
GOODS FOR BY TIE YARD. THIS IS NO
liUMBUG, But REALFACTS. CALL BEFORE
TIE STOCK IS BROKEN. EVERY GARMENT
MARKED IN PLAIN FIGURES; NO DEVIA-
TON FROM MARKED PRICES, l ASK YOUR
PATIENCE TO EXAMINE THESE GOODS.
NJ. J. WATERMAN.
THE ONLY ONE PRICE CIOTIIIER IN ALEX
ANDRIA, CORNER KING AND FAIRFAX
STREETS nov1O-1m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14
PRETZFELDER & CO.
CLOAkS! CIOAkS! CI0AkS!

We are now displaying large assortment OF
LADIES' CLOAKS and JACKETS: also DOL
MANS in Cloth and Mervcilcux, which We are
Offering at very moderate prices, and 70 which we
invite the attention Of the public. These goods
having been made to order by one of the finest
cloak houses in the country, are superior in style
and fit to any ever before seen in this market.
Ours stock ofDRY GOODS, CARPETS, &c which has
always spoken for itself, is now more complete
than ever heretofore. /:
oct2G PRETZFELDER & CO., LII King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

THE MANSION HoUsE.--As stated last
week in the GAZETTE, the Mansion House
in this city has been bought by Mr.. George
w. Brown, of Brooklyn, and that gentle
man, has already taken charge, and under
the supervision of his manager, Mr.. w. G.
Thompson, Of New York, repairs to this
building have already been commenced.
The contracts for the necessary work have
been awarded to the following, al Of the
city Carpentering. W. +. Vincent: paint
ing, Rudd 4 Bro, plastering. G.. w. Max
well, panering and decorating, Tennesson
& CO.; plumbing aud gas fitting. W. Cogan.
These gentlemen have commenced work in
earnest, and in Il short time the house will
be so retittcd, repaired ana rcmodeled that
it will compare tavorahly with any hotel in
the country for comfort, good living, &c.
Some ofth partition walls are now being
taken down and Il fine billiard room. bar,
&C., will be opened and an clevatorwill
be put III, running from the basement 10
the top story of the house. Mr.. Brown ex-
poets by keeping first Class hotel, 10 fill it
with guests. and .by reasonable charges he
says he will bring many persons, now resid-
ing in Washington. To lisc ri the Mansion
House.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

POPLAR op.--!.argc quantities of pop
lar wood are being collected from all this
section q he country and shipped from this
l,o,; anal from ina:ly 0. the river landings TO
The nortl, where ii i, made into paper.
Last week Mr.. e. W. SEQ; shipped vessel
load from Potomac City - Wilmington.
Hc anil lie Is uoT czctiatin. 20 the shil :
inc1t oi' LOAF from Orcoqusn to the same
place.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

a NEW ScHooNER.-Capt. c. a. Davis, Of
Somerset, Mass, has been here for the ra*;
Jew days negotiating for the building OF i
large schooner, and this evening signetI \
contract with Mcssrs. J. T. Agnew I; co. i,l.
. tmc immediate construction OF the vessel.
ms schooner will be the largest vessel ever.
ouiit IN this city, and will be- the fifty con-
Structed here in the last six wears.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

NE!CHBoEING KINDNESS 1t is often sur
missed that cows owned in the city which
occasionally stray beyond the corporation
limits arc sometimes unnecessarily taken up
aud cxorbiant charges for damages made
and required TO be paid before the animals
arc delivered up. Whether these things be
true or not, We arc not prepared to say,
never having had occasion to examine into
the truth or falsity ofthc charges but a case
in marked contrast to all this happened q
few days ago which should be initiated by
every one who may be called upon to act uE-
der similar circumstances. \ COW owned in
this city stgaycd some distance in the country
and was observed by gentleman passing
his place. Knowing it to be stranger in
that locality and having good grounds for
believing that it had strayed from Alexan-
dria, he placed ii in an enclosure with his
own stock and came here a day or two aE-
forwards made diligent enquiry in the mar
ket Cor its owner, whom he soon found and,
after the animal had been fully identified.
gave her up and refused any compensation
whatever for his trouble.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14
Brought out Perfectly.

LOUISVILLE, Ky, March so, 1881.
IL. Ii. WARNER Il Co.: ,Sirs-I had been
great sufferer from acute kidney disease
which my physicians could not cure, but a.
short trial ofyour Safe Kidney and Liver
Cure hroHght me out in perfect health.
CHARLES H. GERHERD.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

INVITATION ACCEPTED. The Old Domin-
ion Commandcry, X r., at their meeting
last night decided TO accept the invitation
that had been extended them by the mana
gers of the Garfield Fair, to be held in
Washington during the latter part oil this
month, and will visit that city on the %O,h
in full uniform and participate in the parade
that will take place there on that day. The
members OF the commandery will commence
drilling regularly now to perfect themselves
in the manual &c. The Old Dominion Com
mandcry have rendered their services as cs.
cort to Grand Commander Pcyton S. Coles
and the Grand Commandcry OF the State
who will also visit Washington Oil the Seth
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

CORPORATIONS CorRT-Judge \. Il. Meade
presiding. -Lcadbcate Ell al vs. Marhl,ry.
executor, ct al. and McBurney i Son IS.
Smith, administrator, ct al: consolidated {;
report of Leonard Marbury, commissioner
OF sale, field
Skinner and wife vs.. y. Butts; cIianccry
final decree
s. F. Gregory ". John w Baggctt
chancery death of complainant suggested
and cause revived vs.. Arthur Gregory, his;
administrator
Court, after hearing several arguments in
chanccry causes, adjourned until II O'Clock
tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14
AUCTION SHES
By r. T. Lucas & Co., Aucticneers.


( COMMISSIONERS SALE-By virtue If , IL
- cree OF the Corporation Court for the city Of
Alexandria, Virginia, rendered mt tho Octoh,,.
TFh 49,, OF said court, in The charcar~ causro f
ls',ic Eshberg ct ais. vs.. II. s. Barker ct ais ~
81 .scfioers' as special commissioners of sale AN.
pointed BY said decree, will offer for sale ut public
auction on SATURDAY. the 9th dav nf nocn,,,
oer' 100, ut IL M, in front of the Market BuiId
ing, on Royal street in the said CITY of Alexam.
uiia me property in the said decree mentioned 70
pPIcR ~ sTo IaAT LOT OF GROUND, with tho
bhlGh SIoRE aud BRICK DWELLING thereon
OF which II. S. W. Barker died seized s;trntaS
Tue southwest intersection of King and Commerce.
streets, IN said city of Alexandria and rmnm;n,,
back to Dugan's line 80" '"'''iihs
Terms of Sale: One-fourth of the purchase
money IN cash on the day of SALE and the res;In.
In three equal payments mt 6, 10 and Is months
from the day of sale; the deferred payments IN
Dear interest from the day OF sale and to In
secured by the notes of the purchaser, with an.
proved security, and the retention of the title to
the property until said notes are paid
LEONARD MARBURY. Specjal
noys-ts ALBERT STUART. CONS.
TRUSTEES SALE OF OCCOoUAS Mills
BY virtue of two deeds of trust from .Josenb n
Janney to ME As trustee, one dated July 3 1873
the other dated April II, 1880 and both duly
recorded In the County Court Of Prince William,
county, Virginia. will SELL at public auction, on
the premises, on WEDNESDAY, the 18th day Of
January, 1883, at II o'clock a. M, the property
situated a at Oceoquan in said county, known as
the oCC0QUAN 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 r .Janncr
Terms: Cash.
oct12 S. FERGUSON BEACH. Trustees.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14
LOCAL MATTERS.

WEATHER PROBABILITIES, Nov II. lSS2
For the Middle Atlantic States fair weather, winds
mostly westerly, stationary or lower temperature
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14
CHEAP BEEF.

NEW STAND.
The advertiser having taken the store room at
the northwest corner of Prince and Royal streets.
Will keep constantly supply of the finest meats
that can be had in the market Especially will
nc keep on hand a supply of WESTERN BEEE
OF the very best quality which he will sell at the
lowest cash prices, much lower than other tescrip
tons of beef can be bought for Mutton, Veal
Pork and Corned Meats always or hand Give
me call and will convince you that it will b.,
to your advantage to buy Of @
w. j. HOLLAND
II. W. cor Prince and Royal streets
will also keep constantly q supply of Fresh
Poultry, Eggs, Butter aud Vegetables. Eighteen
pounds of Puddings and eight pounds of Sausage
sold to shop keepers for ST. oett9-1m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

BUILDING N FAIRFAX CoUNTY-Mr.
Chalklcy Dillingham;, whose dwelling house
was destroyed by fire last May is just finish
ing q large and substantial residence near
the site of the old house on his farm. Vernon
Dale. in the Woodawn settlement. Fairfax
county, near this city. Tie house is hand
some ore, arranged ina most comfortable
manner, and when completed will be quite
an acquisition TO that neighborhood
Mr.. JAS. Hunter is also having built Il
comfortable dwelling on his farm in the
above settlement.
Mr.. n. W. Person, who short time aso
leased his farm. Huntly, in the same neigh
borhood, to Mr. MalIary, of New Jersey is
having very neat and comfortable cottage
built for that gentleman. who will soon oc-
cupy it. Mr.. $ B. Stoutenburg, of this citv,
is the builder and is pushing the work on
the house very rapidly
Mr.. Stoutcnburg is also engaged in build.
ing gymnasium ut the Episcopal Theolog-
zeal Seminary near this city, and it will not
be long before the students of that institu-
llon will be in training to overcome "the
world the flesh and the devil
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

GENERAL E'lTZ LEE left Richmond Oh YES
terday accompanied by Dr. J. w. Jones,
secretary of the Southern Historical Socie-
~, TO meet engagements to repeat for the
benefit of the Southern Historical Society,
at Darlington, Charleston. Atlanta, Savan-
nah, Augusta, and Rome, his lecture on the
Battle of charlottesville"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

The PLACE WHERE the boys want to go is
B. Robinson & Co.'S, 900 Penna., Avenue,
Washington, because they gctnice suits and
overcoats that make them feel comfortable
and look well. Then they are happy.
DOy10
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

WILD GEESE. a large flock OF wild geese
passed over this city about half past seven
o'clock last night 1t is not often these
birds iii ;hcir ,nigratiors in fIocks come near
cnon@h to This mundane sphere to he shot
AT. aud, i'll dcviations from their regular
rules: where they come within @uushot dis
lance, il is By no means an easy task 10
bring them down. Their bodies arc pro-
tocted with thick layers of feathers, and
when fired at, with small shot especially.
they invariably pass on unhurt hence an
experienced sportsman generally allows the
flock to pass few feet ovcr'his head, when
he shoots from behind them. with The
grain of the feathers, and then he is
apt TO bring some Of them down. The
habits of this bird are quite Interesting
In Tying, rs Is we'll know, they form an
acute "nge in the shape ofaN. each indvid-
un Keeping his regular place in the ranks
the made bird at the head, which, when ii
becomes weary, falls TO the rear, when his
place is Immediately filled by the next goose
coming forward and taking the leading
place. When they alght for food or rest
they post scntinas and show sagacity
which proves that goose and a stupid per
SON should never have become synonyms.
They are frequently caught and domestica.
ted, but always show great uneasiness at
tue approach OF spring, and have been
know ii the ''honli' OF the wild birds to
raise themselves in the air and Join the en-
gra!ing floclls proccel to the trigid zone,
return with them and alight in the very
yard with The offspring reared during their
absence. Others. with thcirwings cut close,
have been caught proceeding northward
on foot at the approach of spring. Anoth-
cr large flock passed over this city about
noon 10 dav
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

The best cure for diseases of the nerves,
brain and muscles. is Browns Iron Bitters.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14
FOR S.lLE OR RENT.
DWELLING HOUSE For SALE.

THE THREE-STORY BRICK DWELLING on
the northeast corner Of Prince and Patrick streets
iaost conveniently arranged, with bath room
large Kitchen wash house, Stable, ;ec.. &c. For
,Ifther information, terms &C. apply to DR.. NJ
VI LEWIS or EDGAR SNOWDEN, executors of
the estate OF the late John II Rrcnt nct23-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14
B0oKs, sT4TIONERT, PAPER. &C..
AtFRENCH'S, % & IS KING STREET.

RECEIVED
First LOT Of new JUVENILE BOOKS for the
season 1SSl-2 Very attractive bindings.
English Chattcrbox
Sunday
Peep Show.
Baby Dear
ChattcrboX Picture Book
Children ut Home
ChatterboX OF Natural History
Buds and Blossoms
Aunt Charlottcs Christmas Box
Little Prattlcrs' Picture Book
Little Dignity.
SUSPENSION HOOKS for hanging pic
lures, cards, plaques anything else; does not
ueiace the finest woodwork or painted wall.
Price poe per box
Lite of Washington. 2oc; Divorce, 20c; The
New Magdalen 20c: Nos. 81, %. and 26 of Low
ellis Library. All the back numbers on hand
octlI G. L. FRENCH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

OYSTER SHuCKERs IN DEMAND-ThiS
morning Capt. Chas. Mckenney with ten
oyster shuckers left this city for Smiths
creek, at the mouth Of the river, where it is
expected they will remain for some time
They will shuck the oysters Immediately
on their helm" taken from the river. and
will thcn send them 20 Baltimore in large
cans where they WILL be sold ut retail
rs well us IL the Gamers. By this method
many oyster srhocncr' will loose their
ircigh.s. but il is said consumers will have
to pay the old prices. The taking of so
many shu"kcrs al one time from among hat
profession in this city will be felt hy the
packers for . short time, but their places
can easily be supplied.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

REQUIRED TO TAKE OUT 4 LICENsE.-J.
r. Haley and r. w. Corcoran were arrested
this morning, and taken before Commits
soncr of the Revenue, George Duhty
charged with doing business in this city
without license. They claimed that they
only took drawings, photographs, &c, and
sent them north, where they were enlarged
and returned to purchasers i'll this city, and
that they have letter from the State Audi
tor saying tina! Il license To do such business
was not necessary. Major Duilcy after
consultation with the Commonwealth and
City's Attorneys decided that under section
10 of the revenue laws Of the State IL
cense was necessary for them to carry on
their business, and required them to take
out q license rs book agents, as under that
section all dealers in Prints are compelled
to pay IL tax. On the payment of the IL
ccnsc the parties were discharged
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

Cool NIGHTS remind us that warm break
tasts will soon be in demand, and that Heck
er's Sclf-Raising Buckwheat will shortly be
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

OPENED TO DAY, Nov 10-250 dozen Linen
~ Handkerchiefs. in seconds prices &C. Sc, Zoe.
lie, .13c and Doe; worth more than double the
price. Come early and get tho first choice
nor1OGt G. VI. ADAMS 80 King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

A FRESH SUPPLY OF BOILED AND RAW
II LINSEED OIL also Ncatsfoot, lard, Tan
ways on hand at. W. L. CREIGHTONS,
dc26 S5 King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

Heckcr's SelfRaising Flour is always in
season. For sale by all grocers. oc14-eo3m
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

TELLIES.-Pine-Apple Peach and Currant Jcl
= lies. received to-day by
oct3U T G a1ITRTTPN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

WILL OPEN ON SATURDAY MORNING %
w dozen Mems Mcrino Wool Undershrts-{no
Drawers.l Price 75'c. viii sell them at the low
inquire Of 50c s--
nov10-Gt c. NJ ADAMS 50 King St
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-11-14

The lumber merchants are doing II good
business.
The regular meeting Of the City Council
will be held to night.
The Cheyenne daily leader. [volume] (Cheyenne, Wyo.) 1870-1884, 1882-06-06

Chicago, June 1.-The journeymen
horseshoers have gone on a peaceable
strike to the number of three hundred
and fifty, the bosses having refused to
abandon the use of machine-made
horse shoes. Incidentally the union
in wages, which would be acceded to If
not coupled with the other demand.
The strikers say they are certain to win
and will go to work in a few days.
Cincinnati, June 5.-The action of
the iron workers at a meeting Satur-
day night having amounted to a virtual
declaration for a general strike, on the
ground that the committee which made
arrangements with the mill owners last
fall had exceeded its constitutional
powers, there is a shutting down of all
mills. President Jarrett has been sent
for and either his presence or a mes
sage from him is expected at a meeting
this afternoon.
The plasterers' strike has been suc-
cessful in obtaining the wages asked
for, $3.50 per day.
Chicago, June 5.-There is little
change to note in the labor situation.
Work resumed at the ore docks of the
Joliet iron and steel company to-day
under a guard detachment of police.
A large gang of strikers lowered around
all day but, made no violent demonstra-
The Cheyenne daily leader. [volume] (Cheyenne, Wyo.) 1870-1884, 1882-06-06

Chicago, June Especial from Apa-
che, Arizona: A courier from Captain
Kramer's camp, Forestdale, brings in
telllgence of Indian depredations. One
man was killed and some stock driven
off. Captain Kramer and citizens are
in pursuit toward the Citica country.
Pedro and part of his band were in the
White mountains having a wal dance
when the courier left. 1t is thought
that they did not intend to go on the
"a path, however. The depredations
are believed so have been committed by
Citicas and part of Pedro's young men,
whom he could not control. The cou
rier was fred upon and pursued for
some distance from the camp. A trooT
Of the Sixth cavalry has been dispatched
to kramer's assistance.
General Mcdowell telegraphs under
date San Francisco, June 9Th, as fol
lows: "Wilcox telegraphs on the %
that reports have reached the command
ing officer at Apache that one either