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Young Menl-Read This.

THE VoLTAIC BELT Co., of Marshall, Mich.
offer to send their celebrated ELECTRO VoLTAIC
BELT and other ELECTRIC APPLIANCES on trial
for thirty days, to men young or old afflicted
with nervous debility, loss of vitality end all
kindred troubles. Also for rheumatism, neu-
ralgia, paralysis, and many other diseases.
Complete restoration to health, vigor and man.
bod guaranteed. No risk is incurred as thirty
days trial is allowed. Write them at once for
illustrated pamphlet free.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Thirty deaths from cholera at Marseilles in
one night, and twenty-eight deaths at Toulon.
panic was created at Toulon Monday night by
the arrival of one hundred collins ordered
from Marseilles. In order to allay the excite
ment it was found necessary to send the collins
back. At a meeting of the municipal council
of Paris, the director of public aid declared
that no case of genuine Asiatic or sporadic
cholera had been reported at the Paris hospit-
ais, and deaths attributed to cholera are real
ly due to other causes. Between 9 and noon
Tuesday there were eight deaths from cholera
at Marseilles.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Joseph N. Confer, a young man residing in
st Paul, has been missing since the Fourth of
July. His father resides at Shakopee, where
he has a limekiln. The young man has been
assisting at the agency in st. Paul He is
twenty-four years old, crippled in both legs,
light complexion, and is about five feet -four
inches tai.
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The president has made the following spec
ial rules for the regulation and improve
ment of the civil service: First-The
names Of all persons who shall have
successfully passed their examination
under the civil service act previous to July
Is, bSS4, may remain on the register. Persons
are eligible for appointment two years from
atoms unless sooner appointed Second
The appointments to $50 places in
the pension offices provided to be filled by the
act of July 2, 1884, except so far as may be
filled by promotion, must be separately appor-
toned by the appointing power, as nearly in
conformity with the second section of
the act OF Jan. TO, 1888 as the need of filling
them promptly and the residence of applicants
will permit
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"What we learn with pleasure we never for
gel "-Alfred Mercier. The following is a case
in point. 81 paid out hundreds Of dollars with
out receiving any benefit says Mrs. Emily
Rhoads, Of McBrides, Mich. II had female
complaints, especially 'dragged-down,' for
Description did me more good than any medi-
cine l ever took. I advise every sick lady to
take it" And so do we. It never d~isappoints
its patrons. Druggists sell it
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Cured Thoroughly ana Absolutely.

john Smith, the largest merchant in Gaines
vile, Ga, says: 81 suffered for years from the
combined effects of Erysipelas and Eczema. /
continued to grow worse under medical treat
ment and by taking medicine containing potash.
s. s. S. cured me thoroughly and absolutely.
My appetite, strength and flesh returned as l was
cured withit"
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07
stranger than Fiction

are the records of some Of the cures of con-
sumption effected by that most wonderful
remedy-Dr. Pierce's "Golden Medical Dis
covery." Thousand of grateful men and
women, who have been snatched almost from
the very jaws Of death, can testify that con-
sumption, in its early stages, is no longer in
durable. The Discovery has no equal as a
pectoral and Alternative, and the most obstinate
affections Of the throat and lungs yield to its
power. All druggists.
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however large, speedily and painlessly cured
without knife, ~caustic, or salVe. Send six
cents in stamps for pamphlet, references and
reply. Worlds Dispensary Medical Associa-
ton, 663, Maine Street. Buffalo, n. Y.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

An Invaluable Remedy. None except those
who have suffered all the horrors of Dyspepsia,
can fully appreciate the value and efficacy of
Perry Davis Pain Killer, a sovereign remedy
for this distressing disease in all its forms is
used internally and externally, test its virtues.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

For Dyspepsia, Indlgesuon, Depression Of
Spirits and General Debility, in their various forms;
also as q preventive against Fever and Ague. and
other Intermittent Fevsrs. the tsFerro-PhosphOr-
ated Elixir Of CalIsaya," msde by Casweil. Hazard
4 Co., New York, and sold by all Druggists. is the
best tonic; and for patients recovering from Fever
or other sickness. ii has no eouG.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

1 was afflicted with kidney disease, and suf-
fered intensely. / was induced to try HUNTS
Kidney and Liverl REMEDY, and before / had
used two bottles / was entirely cured. Rich
mond Henshaw, Providence. h L
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Just So.

A lady reader writes to say that she has been
losing her hair and wants to know what she shall
do to preventit Either keep your bureau-draw-
er locked or get a bottle of Carboline the great
Petroleum Hair Remover.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Gen Mcclellan is now president of a New
Mexican ranch company which owns 1900
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Two young men attending the military acad-
envy eloped with two young seminary girls
some time ago, and were married by a justice
OF the peace at Rochelle, N. Y. The young
ladies' are said to be Lydia and Mary Wills.
daughters of a wealthy paper manufacturer,
now deceased, and are quite wealthy. The
young men are Frederick NJ Mentally of De-
trolt and Henry @. Wallings Of Chicago. They
are mere boys, neither being of age. The
young ladies' are about the same age at the
Boys; The girls say they only married for fun.
An effort is to be made in the courts to annul.
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Prem Head to Foot.

The postmaster at North Buffalo, Pa, Mr.. M.
J. Green, says St Jacobs Oil, the great pain-con-
queror, cured him of pains in the head, and also
of frosted feet.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

A Perfect Remedy for all abrasions of the skin
and all diseases of the feet Of Horses and cattle. InVal-
liable to stockmen. Coles Veterinary Carbolisalve. In
soc. and S1.O0 cans. At Druggists or by mail. j. w
Cole a. Co., Props, Black River Falls, Wisconsin.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Capt Perrins had anindecisive fight with In
dians in Arizona on the 18th, and had to leave
them in their entertainments.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

The best place to obtain a good business ed
ucation is at the N. w. Business College, Mad
ison Wis. Send for Catalogue.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Blanchard's shoe factory IN Boston was dam
aged $4,000 by fire.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Singing. irritation Inflammation, all kidney and
urinarycomplaints cured by 'Buehu-Paiba' u.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Bed-bugs, flies, reaches, ants, rats, mice,
cleared out by Rough on Rats" 15c.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Elegant Prices for small collection of Empty
Tobacco Bags. Particulars free.
Thompson Bro, 257 Main ST., Cincinnati, o.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

The Minnesotas lost the senior four at St.
Clair by a foul and a bad position.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Lizzie Bradley, a Pittsburg missing girl, was
robbed and maltreatedi in a M~onongahela fish
ing camp.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Nervous Weakness, Dyspepsia, Sexual De-
bility, cured by ''Wells' Health Remover" 81.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

The saw mill of Reeves & Hoskin, at Eden
Lake, was burned by an ~incendiary recently.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

The Atlantic bank of Brooklyn has paid .
dividend of 40 per cent to its depositors.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

NnAOVO OF goods wanted in exchange for Minneapo-
NIVOhD lis Real Estate. E.. H. Steele. Minneapolis.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

A little child of Brent johnson of Tracy,
Mimi, was trampled to death by a horse.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

mRHRaMR Habit Cared I'm 10
EaESH TWIN 20 40 days. No pay till Cured.
VI hWhEn De. ]. Lebanon. Ohio.
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Trough on Pain. " Quick cure for Collie, Cramps,
Diarrhea, Aches, Pains, Sprains, Headache.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

Public speakers and singers use Piso's Cure
for hoarseness and weak lungs.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

est. Paul Chemical OIL"
A Wonderful Discovery.
The Mineral argus., 1884-08-07

To the needs of tn
tourist, commercial
traveller and new set
tier Hostetter's Stom-
ach Bitters is pecu
liarly adapted, since
it strengthens the di-
gestive organs, and
braces the physical
energies to unhealth-
full influences It re-
moves and prevents
malarial fever, con-
stipation, dyspepsia,
BEAUTIFULLY stimu-
lates the kidneys and
bladder, and enriches
as well as purifes the
blood. When over
come by fatigue
whether mental or
physical, the weary
and debilitated find
it a reliable source of
renewed strength
ruggists and Dealers
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NTIIERE TIE FIRE IS OUT.

lEgic No More Jfysiny-ScM from Across the
World.
"IIaroun Of Alcppo,' said Sir Philip Dcrval,
had mastered every secret in nature which the
noblcr magic seeks 10 lathom. lIcdiscovcrcd that
the true art Of healing is to assist Nature TO throw
off the discasc-to summon, rs it were, tho whole
system 10 eject the enemy that has fastened on Il
part. His processes al included the rcinvigoration
Of the principle Of life
In this the Eastern sage merely anticipated the
practice Of the best physicians OF to-day. What
life itself is, nobody knew thcn--nobGdy knows
now. But we have learned something of the rca-
sons why the mysterious tide rises and falls. Pro-
yidcd the great organs of the body arc not ire.
parably destroyed. medical science can always re-
iievc and often save. Yet no reputable physician
now aGhercs to the barbarous and stapid processes
Of depletion such rs bleeding, by which it was
attempted to cure disease by reducing the patients
ability to resist it. Nowadays we do not tear
down the fort to help the garrison-we strength
eli it.
In this intelligent and benefcent work, 1t is
conceded that PARKER's Tonic leads all other
medicines As an invgorant it acts Immediately
and powerfully upon the circulation and the
organs of Digestion thus giving Nature the assist
ancc she calls for. ]. follows that all ailments o
the stomach kidneys and liver arc at once re-
licvcd or cured, No other preparation cmbodlcs
the same qualities or produces similar results II
is delicious to use. and the best known anti
intoxicant Price SOC and 81. 1lIsCoX & Co.
New York.
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4 Doc SAVES ANOTHER Docs LIFE.-Mr. y. o.
Chichester. Superintendent of Arnods chair fac
tory. tells 4 wonderful dog story. On Thursday
he was looking ont on the river from an upper
window of the factory when he discovered dog
in the ferry track. struggling hard to get out.
The dog would swim along the edge of the ice,
then get both feet Oh it. aud raise himself partly
out of the water and fall back. The animal did
thi, once or twice, when another dog was seen
hurrying to the spot. The latter seized the half
drowned dog by the neck and pulled and tugged
awav vainly cudeavoring 10 haul him out. dc
got him nearly out two or three times, but each
time he dropped back. Suddenly the would-be
rescucr started like lightning for the shore and
the dog in the water kept up his struggles. In 4
minute or two the other dog was seen returning,
and there was man with him who was running.
Dog and man reached the drowning dog III time
to pull him out, and all started for the shore
When the two dogs reached the bridge which leads
from the ice to the Brewery pier they laid down
side by side, and made extraordinary manifesto.
tions of oy and deli ght, and their cries not barks,
were inccssant The dog that was saved is owned
bv Mr.. George Lumb of Swart & Lulnb Brothers,
and the dog that went TO his rescue is hunting
dog belonging 10 Isaac II. Wood OF the Exchange
House. Taking everything into consideration it
was a most wonderful occurrence.-PoHghEGtpstc
Eaglc Feb. =.
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LOTTERY,
LOTTERY.
DISMAL SWAMP LOTTERY CO.,
OF NORFOLK, VA.

UT NUHFUJh, VA.
The franchise Of this enterprise is based upon
the charter granted by the Legislature Of the
State to the Dismal Swamp Canal Company, and
its legality has been fairly tested before the courts
The object in view is the Improvement and
extension" Of the Canal most important public
uork, connecting the waters of Virginia and
North Carolina. Only
$4,000 WITH 356 PRIZES,
aggregating $3.50. Each Drawing has secured
added confidence, and they will be made regular
" upon the THIRD THURSDAY of each month
before the public, and under the supervision of
duly authorized commissioners.
FOR THE 21st of FEBRUARY, 1884,
CLASS D is presented with the following scheme:
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OYSTERS,
W. Il SMITH as.ssss = sos' !, "
Salt Water OYSTERS,
OYSTERS

Market Building, opposite Adams Express Office,
ALEXANDRIA, VA.
Having completed arrangements for the Oyster
business this season. We are now prepared to fur
nsh the best Oysters at the shortest notice at all
places where ordered.
Having been engaged in the business for many
wears we feel safe III saying we know how to
handle them to suit the trade.
All orders entrusted to us will receive prompt
attention, and our arrangements arc such that
pcrsons dealing with us can depend upon being
supplied promptly during the season, including
the holidays. del
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Ak invaluable tonic for the nerves,
muscles, and digestive organs, producins
strength and appetite, is Browns Iron bit
tcrs.
REV. ". B. SMITH, Grafton, Mass, says:
Ihavederived benefit from using brown
Iron Bitters for low state of Blood.
FLORENCE, GA.-Dr. W. B. Prather says:
Browns Iron Bitters has given satis1ac-
tion in every instance I have known 1t
used"
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DAILv TRI-wE:EyLY.
Six months 500 Six months -. 200
Ore month. so Three months =. 90
All communications should be addressed to GAZETTE
Alexandria, Va
re Gazette Office Is connected with the Telephone Ey-
change. Advertisements, orders for the paper, news
any Information Or business can hc Gent by clc-
phone.
p-Cna leaving the cay for The summer can have the
Gazette nailcd 10 them, post paid for fifty cents per
..,onih and tic address changed often desired.
advertisers will not be allowed 10 exceed their
space unless the Is paid for al transient rates.
advertise other than their legitimate business Ia the
space contracted for
Resolutions in enior!am OF thanks tributes OF respect
resolutions adopted by societies persons, unless of
public concern will only be printed In this paper as
advertisements.
Marriage a, death notices must be paid for in advance
Price fifty cents, when not exceeding six lines.
All transient advertisements must be paid for In adj
Entered the ;-osoico ut Alexandria, firginih ms
second lclas5 mat:erl
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SIMPSONS LEGS AND LoCKs-When De-
lilah clipped off SIMPSONS locks that nigh
ty athlete at once became ''as other men,"
Ii it could be proved that the possession of
luxuriant hair would enable men to tear
open lions jaws, Hiscox & Co. would be
driven wild in the effort to supply enough
OF Parl:er's Hair Balsam 10 meet the de-
mand As it is the Balsam prevents your
hair from falling cut, and restores the origi-
nal color if faded or gray. Besides it is
great addition 10 ,i!c toilet table simply as
Il dressing.
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$50 Prizes distributing S13,O5O
TICKETS ONLY 81.
Plan Of Lottery similar 10 that Of Louisiana
Company.
J. ?. HORBACH. Manager.
Application for club rates or for information
upon any other business, should be plainly writ
ten, giving state, County and Town OF writer.
Remittanccs should be sent By Express rather
than by L. O. money orders or registered letters.
Express charges upon 50 and larger Sums will
H0RBACII. Norfolk, Va. or J. w. CLARK, 90
King street. Alexandria, Va
agrnts ;or safe OF Tickets required throughout
the STATE. Address applications as above.
The undersigned supervised the Drawing Glass
c, on the 18th of jan 81, OF the Dismal Swamp
Lottery Company, and certify that il was con
Quoted with strict fairness to I'll interested.
GEO. I. ROGERS, Commissioners
CHAS. PICKETT. WIN
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WAsHINGTON ADVERTISEMENT
Washington.
SPECIAL OPENING OF
Ladies' UldGrgarnGltS
r. H. A 10 r 5 5
o3a PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE,
r. H. IT A Y LOR s s
933 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE.
JVA.cIIiNGTON, d. e.

This stock comprises . wide assortment IN
French and American Garments. beautifully
made and handsomely trimmed. Skirts Under
skirts, Chemiscs, Drawers and Corset Covers can
be furnished in sets. = i"w good iFtrgal&S VIII
be- found in line Of Muslin Night Dresses mark
ed down on account of slight soi!&& from luch
handling New Mother Hubbard Gowns with
Puffs hsve been received. 4 few fine Dressing
Sacks and hand embroidered Garments on hand
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r T. CREIGHTON & SON, on the corner Of
y King and Royal streets, Alexandria, Virginia,
have purchased this season. at lowest cash factory
prices, a large and well assorted Stock OF hARD-
WARE AND CUTLERY of various kinds and
quality to which they invite tho attention OF
Wholesale and Retail purchasers. Call and ex-
anime, the goods and prices will recommend them
selves nov13
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VKTARNER'S KIDNEY AND LIVER CURE
w Browns Iron Bitters, Green's August Flow
er Vogetinc, Kcnnedy's Medical Discovery,
schenek's Pulmonic Syrup and Sea Weed Tonic,
Coidens Liquid Extract Beef, Listerine, Celerina,
Dr. Crooks Wine of Tar Simmons Liver Regua-
tor, Dr. Johnson's Indian Blood Syrup, Hamburg
Drops, Liehigs Coco Beef Tonic, DR.. Cooks Balm
of Life, Dr. Picrcc's Medical Discovery and Favor
ite Prescriptions, Whitchurst Cedar Balsam, For
cst's Juniper Tar. ". +. CkE1GHIoN,
dec11 So King street
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PROMPT AND PosfTIvE.-''B ''Benson's Cap
cine Porous Pasters are the best in use"
H. J. Cassebeer. Pharmacist, New York.
25 cents.
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Coughs, colds and sore-throat yield read;-
ly to 3. II. Douglass & Sons Capsicum Cough
Drops.
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CONFECTIONERY.

HENRY BRENGLE, No. 129 King street, ha7
made arrangements to supply the PEOPLE
of Alexandria during ALL SEASONS with the
best and cheapest goods in his line He offers all
the deicacies of the season. For years he has
catered of the best to the people in Alexandria
and the surrounding country, and the past is his
warrant for the future.
PURE CANDIES, BRENGLE'S ICE CREAM
aud Dessert Pics-specialties; Black, Fruit,
Pound, Jelly and Fancy, Ornamental and Plain
Cakes, are sold cheaper than they can be manu-.
facturcd at home Also Cream Puffs, Tarts and
Pastry, Candies and TaGy of all.kinds. Pics q
speciality. Fruits. Nuts, Confectioneries, Caro-
mcls and Sugarcd Fruits. He furnishes the best,
and caters for families, fairs, balls, aud entertain
mcnts. uecIo
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N E~ STORE
Jewelry, Watches and Clocks
ROOTS AND SHOES.

~ va.
Wa have on hand very large stoc. OF IA DIES
FINE BOOTS, suitable for the season; an" IN or
dor to reduce our stock we will sci! :hcm at u cHI
Iv reduced prices I. will pay to examine these
Goods before purchasing. There il n"th'nE ~
This town or Washington that will c"hla'" III
price or quality. ,,o ,r;.,....
yxTEHAyE 4 SPLENDID LlNEot MiSei-S
w and Children's School and Walking b""!S ::
.lso q completn stock of Mems ard IhihiFc9
nress Roots which will he sold cheaper ti"n the
cheapest. "hi'N
WE HAVE A VERY LARGE AIotN Of
w Gents Fine Boots and Shoes and rs we
have had warm aud backward season, we don
nronose to carry these goods over. Now alI 'hat
we can saw is, that we will sell them at q very
small advance over cost to close thea" out. All
in want will do we'll to call on us and Savcmohcy.
'' WADDEY, Ito King ST.
>upprp0, RUBBERS
II, RUBBERS!
w. will sell YOU the very best quality ku9""i
Shoes Mt prices that you will have tn pay Tor o''
aud inferior goods elsewhere.
deco hADDi.i - -
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TTIME, LABOR AND CLOTHING ARE SAVED
by using the Perfect Washer and Bleacher,
price reduced from S3 to s.. By their use cloth
ing is not worn out on the wash-board Persons
wishing to try the Washer can take them on trial
for one week and if not satisfied, can return them
and have their money refunded.
ian21 MCLEAN & UHLEh, ~ King ST.
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TINE> CHEWING TOBACCO.-Psces Fine
i Henry County Pounds. and Peach Orchard
brand, dark 1.s sun cured Tobacco, just received
febS By ]. G. MILBURN.
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NyHE OLD. THE YOUNG, THE SHORT, SS1v
l. THE tall, the rich the poor-we please Il
them all. Let not these words unnoticed' -
fall, but heed "thc writing on the WALL Boots
Shoes and Rubhcrs, for one and all, at
dec1 R. KAUFMANNS.
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D RY PECTORAI, Ayers Sarsaparilla, DR.. Won
Sendem's Fenncl Honey Extract for Coughs and
Colds, Aliens Lung Balsam, Himrod,s Asthma
Cure, Whitcomb's Asthma Remedy, Thompson's
Syrup Tar and Wild Cherry, can be found at
w. F. CREIGHTONS,
noy1o S5 King street.
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AlrxauQrla Oazette,
%
PUBLISHED DAILY AND TRI-WEEKLY By
EDGAR SNOWDEN,
At ths Gazette Bai,ding, Nos 70 & 72 Prince St

TERMS
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CUMMEaS u ALLEN,
DRUGGISTS,
~ ". corner King and Royal streets.
DEALERS IN DRUGS, PATENT MEDICINES,
CHEMICALS PERFUMERY,
BRUSHES, &c., &c.
BOTrLEES OF SODA WATER, ,SARShPARILLA
AND GINGER ALE.
Prescriptions carefully compounded oct23
gOliN y. COLE s. co.
Successors of John Y. Gibson & Co..
No 2O9 KING ST., ALEXANDRIA, Va.
peabody Building.)
Dealers in
DRIG:' MEDICINES, CHEMICALS, TOILET
ARTICLES, PERFUMERY, &c
Prescriptions carefully compounded ap4