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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1883-03-27
Capi||ariS! !!
Wanted.

1000 PERSONS 20 call o. me, that are
IOOO bad. losing their hair. troubled
win daudruG Or bumOr, those n a have been n
sble u get cured, AMI I will cure thein with
capiliaris ior Gve dollars or nothing. No
pay required until an Of the above cures
are made. I challenge any person in the city
Of Portland, 10 produce q case that can
not cure, unless The roots are entirely dead
which is not tue case IN more than one case In ten
and vet they nav have been bald for years. Any
one huying "Csprillaris" cannot be humbugged 4,
as IL has equal for a hair dressing and is worth
tte price OF itfnr that purpose Two or three
bottles will make all OF the above cures. Never
theless, IN ink skeptical and increfulous per
sons that are carei of IN the above d-eases :, and
he hsir re-tOred. ought 70 be willing TO pay IS
AFT the result aimed st T. accOmp.iS .iShed.
T.HILL MtN>FlELD, ProD'r,
Cenisnnisl ~ ck Portland, Maine.
Portland Ne, Oct. 2rh. lsSs.
Price 0S cts. (druggt-t.). by mall, s5
et... prepaid. rhr-e bottles 81.
From the many City Testimonials we
Give . Few.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1883-03-27

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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENTS. - Many
newspaper readers neglect to obtain the
whole value of the reading matter presented
to them every day. It is n mistake TO sup
pose that the advertising columns contain
only temptations To draw money from peck
cts. OF late Years business has moved out
of old ruts and no longer awaits your com
ing TO supply your need when the need can
no longer he put oil, and you are willing to
pay any price ~ fill your instant want. The
days past were the days of large profits
The days present are the days of great sales.
small profits, and frequent turning over OF
capital. TO make great sales it is necessary
TO make wares pass quickly from manuiac-
turer TO consumer. The great merchants OF
the day recognize the fact and their adver.
;iscments are written with this end in view
Their news is fresh daily, their bargains
come and depart daily, and the purchaser,
who is alive to seize the opportunities and
reap the advantages, must keep up this
daily ebb and flow
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

ADMIRAL TURNER.-I death OF Admiral
Turner. of the [. :. Navy, which occurred
last week at his home in Philadelphia, was
announced in the Geographic column of the
GAZETTE at the time. Admiral Turner was
born at 'kinoch,' in Fauquier, and was
the brother of Mr.. +. c. Turner of The
Plains. who is well-known in this city.
soon after entering the navy he had diff
Guilty with his superior officer, named
Stewart. who was an ovcrbearing man.
which eliminated in II duel in Italy, in
which Stewart was killed at the first fire
During the late war Admiral Turner COM
mauded the L. ;. ship lronsidcS at the
Commandment of Charleston, :. c.. in which
engagement his ship was struck by Il shot
from the Confederate batteries and some.
what disabled. a son of Admiral Turner is
now farmer in Fauquier county, and re-
si,. les near his uncle, Mr.. t. c. Turner,
who IS the last surviving Of five brothers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

A LARGE MAN.-The Baltimore Sun of
this morning s,,vs: ''Mr. II. Cab. MadduX,
a Baltimore dr,in, 'mer, is attracting atten-
ton in North Caro- ia because of his great
weight. During the var Mr.. Maddux was
Il slim. athletic young private in Colonel
Mosby's Confederate comm and but he now
weights $50 pounds, and is still rapidly gain
ing flesh. \ string three ya,d5 long Just
reaches around his waist and from shoulder
TO shoulder he is as broad as two ordinary
men. Despite his immense weight, Mr.;
Maddux is one ofthe most active commercial
travellers on the road
Mr.. Maddux was former resident Of this
city, and is well known here.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

A DISMAL SUNDAY.-Snow fell the greater
part of Saturday and continued some time
during the night; but upon the dawn OF
yesterday the indications seemed favorable
for clear up" In a short time, however,
the sky again became o'ercas,, and late in
the evening the snow fall was resumed. The
churches in the morning had average con-
grcgations. hut ut night the attendance was
slim. The number of people on the streets
during the day WAS small, most folks pre-
irrring cheerful trcsides, Sunday papers.
books. &c, to the raw atmosphere and bad
walking without.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

PoLIcE REPoRr.-Saturday night was
cloudy until about II O'Clock when it be-
came clear There were one prisoner and
six dodgers at the station house.
Last night was cloudy with snow until
II o'clock There We're two dodgers in the
station house
The only case before the Mayor for trial
this morning was that of a young man ar
rested for an assault on a nciehhor. He was
dismissed on payment Of costs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

The IAfLuR-BrMp CAST I'm rendering
the decision in the Taylor- Bump assault
case, Which was tried in Baltimore OH Satur-
day last, rs noticed i'm the GAZETTE Of that
day, Judge Phelps said This case pre-
SCENTS some move! features. Unlike most
cases OF assault that occupy the attention of
tins court, there appears To have been no
whisky III IT, nor was there Il lady involved
Laughter. 1t differ, also from the Gust ON
AIRY cases III that the parties concerned are
members of the bar and personal friends Of
the individual who occupies the bench This
is not court Of chiv:llry, nor IA court Of hon
VI OF the ieudul ages, and therefore some as
poets of the case which have been brought
out Ill the testimony and dWelt upon in the
arguments cannot he permitted to enter into
lis determination. Trial by battle is now
obsolete. This Is Il criminal court. and its
duty is simply TO apply wcll-known princi-
Piles OF law to the facts proved. In doing
this it may often fall short of attaining the
IDEAL or abstract Justice. and must he con-
tented If it can reach the average Justice. 4
breach Of the peace has been committed
No deadly weapon has been used ; no SER
lous or lasting injury inflicted Circum-
stances Of provocation have been offered i'll
evidence, not as justitying the assault, but
by way of mitigation of punishment The
court does not consider this case for Il
mere nominal fine on the one hand. nor for
a very severe punishment on the other
The fine of $25 and costs will therefore be
imposed
Mr.. Taylor's friends seemed well satisfied
with the result Mr.. Bumps friends say
that he did not institute the prosecution
from personal motives.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

AN ALEXANDRIA GRADuATE.-TheW Wash
ngton .Si0r says: The only AleXandrian
among the recent graduates of the Phila-
del phn medical school, is Arthur Snowden,
sou of Edgar Snowden, of the GAZETTE
DR.. Snowden is made NJ. D. by Jefferson
College, where he has been pursuing his
studies. He filled for some time the posi-
ton of resident student at the hospital of
the Washington Asylum, and has many
friends in the District.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

SPECIAL NoTICE.-W. NoRDLINGER 4 Co.
having rcplenished the old stand of S.
Waterman 4 Son with the finest line of
goods-comprising all the novelties in Cloth
ing and Gents Furnishing Guods-in the
market, ispccalties in Boys and CHILD
REN's CLOTHING; suits ranging from 50 and
upwards an inspection Of our stock is re-
spcctfully solicited Kind attention to
everybody. Our MERCHANT TAILOR De-
pARrMENT is stocked with the latest SPRING
GOODS. +. G. Graham, Cutter.
w. NoRDLINGER & Co.,
ap2-3m 81 King Street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

W. & w R. r. A telegram received in
this city at 4:30 o'clock this evening, says
that Judge Wexford. of Richmond, has
authorized the commissioners of sale in the
W. & W. R. R. case to postpone the sale or
modify the terms at their discretion.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02
DESIRABLE RESIDENCE FOR SALE

One of the most cligibly 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
have on them fine crane arbor, aud various kinds
of bearing fruit trees.
FIVE most desirable BUILDING LOTS, front.
ing 20 feet on Prince street. will be sold separate
ly or as whole on advantageous terms.
For further information, terms, &c, &C.. apply
to either Dr. M. M. LEWIS, or EDGAR SNOW
DEN, Executors of the estate of the late J. H.
Brent. Oct19-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02
G. VIM. RAMSAY,
Sc. Cor. King and st. Asaph SITS,
THO CLOSE OUT BUSIN ESS.

We will offer our stock Of goods, embracing
China, Qucensware, Glass, Wood, Willow and Tin
ware, Lamps and Fixtures and lot of Toys and
Fancy Goods AT COST FOR CASH from now
until MAY 1st and what remains unsold at that
date, will offer ut AUCTION
Dealers in a small way will do well to call on
us, If wanting anything in line; will sell them
CHEAPER than they can buy in Baltimore.
Any one wishing to engage IN the business, we
will offer them great inducements in the pur-
chase of our ENTIRE STOCK. Have no unsafe
able goods on hand, and our store is located ON
one of the best corners for business King street
ANY one desiring to confer with us in regard to
the above will call at store from 1890 to 1:3O
o'clock p m, or from to 10 o'clock p. IN.
Having made other business arrangements and
desiring to close out our store, great bargains may
be expected. GEO. w FRANCIS
Cor. King and st. Asaph streets.
mh!-lmMW&S Alexandria, Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

A. NJ, NJ. 4 w. Co.-After the meeting of
stockholders, on Saturday, an account of
which was published in the GAZETTE ofthat
day, the directors Of the Alexandria Mining,
Manufacturing and Warehouse Company
was held at which Hon. J. S. Barbour was
elected president, Col. l.. W. Reid secretary,
ana Col. Arthur Herbert treasurer An as
scssment was levied on the stockholders and
the meeting adjourned to meet soon when
full attendance is expected
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

The CANAL.-As announced in the GA
zEl~rE, canal shipments began actively at
Cumberland, Saturday, ruling rates being
- cents freight and $50 trippage, although
the Consolidation Company paid 80 cents
and charged $50 trippase. The American
Company began shipping at 81 TO this city,
and all the principal shippers have now
started except the New Central Company.
Shipments by canal so far aggregate .,
"lS tons. Heavy shipments are expected
this week.
Water was turned in the Alexandria Ca.
nal on saturday last and that trunk is now
filled and ready for boats.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02
Alrxanlrln Ma:srttr,
MONDAY El'ENING. APRIL >, l-,;;.
APRIL FOOLS

APRIL FOOLS.
What can sc gather
Farcst 10 day
Yellow faced blossoms.
Smiling aud gay,
These shall we scattc.
Over Springs way,
April was ever
Chances poor tool:
Showers and sunshine
Laugh 1T his rule;
han WAS Il monkey,
Now he's i fool
Twitter Of brdIin.-,
Heedlessly wed
Puts all slow music
Out Of our head:
Whistle and capcr-
Winter is dead!
Head over heels, Oh
Turn If you can:
BE tor once merry,
Pipe with old Fan:
Laugh Ike IN eli, don't
tiruan like 4 inan
: when written. however. WAS not intcpGc'
~ like Yesterday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

\ new trial has been awarded to Frank
Bu:kman, of Baltimore, convicted in King
George county conrt and under sentence
Of death for the murder of Captain Nelson
and Il coorcd man, mate the schooner on
which he was employed as a sailor. The
murder was committed about Year ago.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02
New Store and New Goods.

would respectfully inform my friends and the
public generally, that have recently opened my
New Store, where will be found, full line of
choice GROCERIES, CANNED GOODS. CONFEC-
Tons, MEAL, FLOUR, GRAIN, TIN, WOOD,
WILLOW and QUEENSWARE, in fact a general
variety, which has been carefully selected, with
discretion and judgment
have engaged the services of Mr.. A. T. Lynn,
as salesman, whose politeness and efficiency in
the business may be tested by all who may favor
him with call at 302 King street, corner of Com
merce. Country Produce and patronage solicited,
by yours respectfully,
mh31 W.R SELECMAN
A RARE CHANCE.-I shall offer at private
"A sale for 30 days only. the entire lot OF
HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN FURNITIRE
consisting of Parlor, Dining ROOM and Bedroom
Sets, Carpets Stoves, Mirrors and Utensils of ali
kinds; will sell piece by piece or in sets, Bar.
gains may be expected.
Mrs SIMON WATERMAN,
Royal street. two doors North of Hydraulion En-
CINE House. mills
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02
LOCAL NJ ALTERS.

WEATHER PROBABILITIES, April >. lSSi
For the Middle Atlantic States fair weather
in Northern portions. light rain followed by
fair weather in the Southern portions, slight
rise IN temperature. northeast 10 sou, he at
winds ami stationary or lower lnrouctcr
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

az all the in~iuiui-
Tenn lhatiurI~ iuvidiulIs
'"utriHcd 10y the devil for pulling men down
There : hone more urusiyc
Seductive. abusive,
Ilu the snare To "A man with wifi. uul uf tn,yu
lie feels such dclishtfulnc,,
Slny-uut-all nightfulucss,
all-l-.rt-tI.ht "-fulnc,--
! own II with pain
\ bachelor rnk i-hne--
What will YOU take "i,hur--
Ncxt-day' s-hcudache- shuea-
None explain
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02
MONETARY AND COMMERCIAL.

VIRGINIA BoNDs.-J. A. Hambeton & Co.'S
Baltimore financial circular of Saturday last saws
Virginia bonds have been neglected this week
the transactions III them being small at conces-
sion in prices Consols sold from II J., down to
80 and 1U--lOs on small transactions declined to
'52ti and closing at about 33. Rddcbcrgcr IS
were in demand advancing to 52l,, as were also
pcelers which sold mp to BIZ There is Il mar
kct demand from Virginia for tax coupons which
sold at % to 53 for DID, and d5 to As for new
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company tend
| cred coupons in payment Of its taxes, which were
| refused by the collector and the State has seized
upon the rolling stock of the company aud has ad-
vcrtSed the same for sale. We are glad that the
Baltimore aud Ohio Company has made this ISSUE
as Mr.. Garrett is noted inCorrigible fighter
and II there IS any way In win in the present con-
| test he will find it out. 1t is probable that the
case will he taken before the United States Court
III Virginia. and as the read busters cannot troll
this tribunal, the taxpayers eau count on being
protected in their rights. Eventually the case
will again reach the Supreme Court Of the United
States upon the sole ISSUE of whether or not the
collector must receive the coupons when rendered
in payment of taxes
New YORK, April 2.-Thc stock market opened
irregular, but in the main shade lower than it
closed Saturday, while st. Paul, Mimi. and Mani
| tola opened / per cent lower. During the past
hour the market has been dull and weak and at
II o'clock decline of l,a'l per cent took place
led by Central Pacific. Illinois Central however
advanced i, bnt subsequently lost Il per cent.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02
ap2-3In

SPECIAL EoTlCE.-Just received from II
bankrupt sale 800 pairs Of Window Curtains,
gided borders in all colors and shades,
with complete fixtures at 30 cts. a piece,
worth $50, at SCHwARz's Dry Goods Store,
1872 King st. Come at once and convince
Yourself mar3l-3t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

DIR. w. }. Newbill, Carriers Creek, says
81 use Browns Iron Btters extensively in
my practice and consider it an excellent
tonic"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02
DWELLING HOUSE FOR SALE.

THE THREE-STORY BRICK DWELLING on
the northeast corner of Prince and Patrick streets
most conveniently arranged, with bath room,
large kitchen, wash house, stable, &C., &c For
further information, terms, &c, apply to Dir. NJ.
NJ. LEWIS or EDGAR SNOWDEN, executors Of
the estate of the late John H Brent. oct23-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

NJ OTlCE-Tbe annual general meeting of the
~ ALEXANDRIA MARINE RAILWAY and
SHIPBUILDING COMPANY will be held at the
shipyard TUESDAY, April Sd, 1883, at eleven
o'clock a. m, when an election of officers and 9TH
er business will be transacted.
By order of the President:
mh2-1m J. SCHNEIDER, Sect'y. & Treas
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

PHILADELPHIA CATTLE MARKET April q
Cattle-recepts 2,4O0; market dull prime ! lsa
"a good 7a7i h; medium 6lsa6s,, common
Sheep-reccipts 10000: market active; prime
Ilsa1 - good 6aia7; medium 53sa65s common
4'4a3".l fall lambs Seas; spring lambs $4aS per
head Hogs-receipts $500; market active ::
prime 1l'sall y; good Hall 4 medium lola
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

close of last week. Small lots of Wheat sold at
llo for tultz and 12O for Lancaster. HOO BUSH
els of Corn brought 81 for best white and yellow.
No Rye or Oats reported. Country produce has
downward tendency.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

WALNUT FLOOR f Tok
STAINING HALLS, STAIRWAYS, AND
the Floors of Rooms it is desired to remain I'M
carpeted.
1t is of rich Walnut color, can be applied by
anyone dries quickly, will last for years, and
needs only an occasional wpng up with hot water
and soap to keep it bright and glossy looking
PRICE, TWO DOLLARS PER GALLON.
One Gallon will stain from 100 to GOO suuare
feet. depending upon the comparative smoothncss
of the flooring Packed for shipment in one, two,
three and five gallon patent boxed cans. No
charge for cans. Prepared only by
JANNEY & CO., Druggists,
mh22 Alexandria, Va
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02
CANDIDATES..

TINO MY FELL0W-CTTIZENS OF ALEXAN-
DR1A.-I have been induced by many of my
felow-citizens to permit my name to be used as 4
candidate for reelection to the office of Mayor
Subject to the decision of n Democratic Pri-
mary Election) / had not thus early intend
intended to announce myself but circumstances
make it necessary for me todo so Il have en- :
dearored during my administration of the office
to comply fully with the promises made during
the last canvass. to wit n faithful and impartial
execution of the laws of the city and State My
past record will be an evidence of what would do
IN the future Should it be your pleasure to nom
mate and rc-clcct me- I promise the same fidelity.
respectfully refer to the records on file in the
Auditors Office rs to my past course.
mh3l j. Il. BECKHAM
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

000 NEW PIECES OF STANDARD SHEET
cOU MUSIC,
With New Catalogue. just received at
FRENCH'S, 90 & 95 KING STREET.
5 cents each by mail & cents.
Waltzes, Marches Galops, Polkas, Operate Sc
lcctions, Songs and Ballads. Duets and Qurrtcttes
NEW BOOKS.
HEGEL, by Edward Card, LID; ST -.
THE CROSS IN THE LIGHT OF Tu-DA by
w. w. McLANE, DID,; ST %
HOME GYMNASTICS: Guc.
STUDY AND STIMULATES, By A. Arthur
Reade; 81 so
SONG FOLIO: $50 pieces Music paper covers );
5Oc; cloth 81 cheapest music book in the world
NEW BOOKS and MAGAZINES. SEASIDE
BROOKSIDE and FRANKLIN SQUARE IL
BRARIES received daily.
my24 GEO E. FRENCH
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

New YORK, April 2.-Stocks dull. Money !
Cotton easier uplands 101-16; Orleans 1876
Flour dull and heavy Wheat opened la lnc bet
ter afterwards lost advance aud declined tribe
Corn shade better and quiet
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

WIFE OUT or ToWN-The following was
recently recited by an individual of this city
whose wife had left town for a few DAYS
visit
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

ENOR MAIOR-At the solicitation of many cti.
l. zens. announce myself candidate for May
or, subject to the decision Of primary election of
the Conservative Democratic party.
mh3O-tf w. W. HERBERT
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

LOVE LErrERs.-For the benefit of ardent
youths who often puzzle their brains or pore
over letter writers i'm order to find words
Tor those tender missives, we append the
following which shows how such things are
done in Turkey:
Falrest Of the young, you are As slender
as THIS Glove: you are as an unhlOwn rose.
have long loved you, and you have not
known It, Have pity on my passion faint
every hour. Give me some hope am sick
with love. May | die and all my years be
yours. May you be pleased and your sor-
row mine. suffer me 10 be your slave. Your
price is not TO be found. But my fortune is
yours. My flame consumes me. DO not
turn away your face. Crown of my head ::
NY eyes: die come quickly"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

BALTIMORE, April IVA. 6s def7d -; do con-
solidated 3S do second series 3712; past due cou-
pons Ash; do new 10-40's 32la do new IS 5234
bid to-day. Cotton lower and dull middlings 97,.
Flour quiet and firm Howard street and Western
super 50 Bad 90; do extra ST. 25a4 81 do fam.
lily 50 OOa5 81; City Mills super So 37a4 90
do extra 81 25a6 80; do Rio Brands So 0OaG %
Patapsco family Sc 10: do superative patent
;! %. Whcat-Southern scarce and nominal
Western Il shade off, closing dull Southern red
11Ial2O; do amber 120a123: No l Maryland
121 Il asked; No Western winter red spot and
April 1Sa.a1197s; May 1207sa121; June 122a
l22hs. Corn-Southern steady; Western very
dull Southern white 63a64 do yellow 65aG6 !;
Western mixed spot 60 lsa65s4 April 65t ,aG5a. :
May 65asaG5l,: June G55s aG6l X steamer 52a5}
Oats lower; Southern 5Oa53; Western white 81
a53: do mixed 49a5O; Penna 5Oa53. Rye quiet
tsa!o. Hay steady; prime to choice Penna and
Md Sl3al3. Coffee firm; Rio cargoes ordinary to
fair Sl4a9i2. Sugar firmer A soft Sa.l. Whiskey
quiet ut 81 lSlna1 10
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

The market this week was very poorly sup
piled with all kinds of stock few Cattle, how
ever. were offered aud sold at quotations as above
Calves in good demand with Il tendency to lower
prices Sheep in fair request with but few arry-
ais; few good would sell readily at our top quo
tations. Hogs fraction higher with light sup
ply and moderate demand Cows and Calves in
good inquiry, all the offerings selling readily at
quotations
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

HE A. l.. |. FAIR will open to morrow
n'@ht at Armory Hall and ii is expected
Una; It will be the largest affair of the kind
ever held in this city. The contributions,
which have been received from various
| parts of the country are very handsome and
the ladies are busily at work decorating the
! nall for the occasion. Several articles are
to be voted for and great interest is already
being manifested by the friends Of the par
ties who are to be put in nomination.
The company will have full dress parade
tomorrow evening in honor Of the opening
of the fair and the following will he the
route: Armory to Duke, up Duke to Co.
lImblls, ont Columbus to Prince, up Prince
to Alfred, out Alfred to King, up King to
Fayctte, countermarch to Washington, out
Washington to Oronoco, counternarch to
Prince, down Prince to Fairfax, out Fairfax
I" Queen, up Queen to Royal. out ROYAL to
King, up King to Washington, out Wash
Ington TO Cameron, down Cameron to Pitt,
out Pitt to Duke, down Duke to Royal to
Armory.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1883-04-02

This when written. however. WAS not intended
for a day like Yesterday.