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Northern tribune. [volume] (Cheboygan, Mich.) 1875-1885, 1885-05-28
A Ball at a Wsman's College.

There was a ball at the Pennsylvania
Female College last wesk-a ball the
like of which is net often seen. Within
the chapel the floor was cleared and
every bench pushed back, and on the lit
tie stage at the east end an orchestra
was seated. Under the many lighted
chandeliers gay thrOng was moving,
and as the music of waltz sounded
swayed off into the One-twO-thres step
of that favorite dance. The costumes
we're brilliant and the scene remarkable.
At first glance a spectator could NOT
help noticing them. They didn't seem
TO be quite the usual thing. Smooth
faced youths they were. all of tham with
bangs, and most of them blessed with
more back hair than the average young
man can handle with any degree OF
grace. Their garb was not exactly the
regulation. The black swallOw.t tan
coat, the standing collar, the exposure
Of snowy linen and the black waistcOat,
were according to standard. But the
breechss were something new. They
were made of some sort of striped stuff
and stopped at the knee. From there
down to the patent feathers the limbs
were incased in black silk stockings.
NO Sdiiia50 VI thuoC Salldhbo was
strange, and. on a second glance you
saw they were girls. 1t was the annual
ball OF the college students, and the one
half of them, were masqusrading in
male attire. Not real man was in
sight except the musicians who don't
e0unt-but there were plenty of imita-
tions, and right honestly did they gil
their parts. To be sure some of them
needed coaching in the matter of hand
ling crushed hats and lOlIing IL the
dOOrways, but the majority of them had
seen enough of the Simon Pure to 90
through the motions without a single
break. The ladies' that is the ladies
who were appearing in their own char
actsr-were dressed in the height OF
style. The assertion that women won't
dress for women wouldn't have had half
a chance at the college last week. Low
neck and short sleeves were the rule,
trains longer than the wearers were
common, and jewels flashed in powdered
hair. 1t was full dress for q certainty.
The rules that are in force in ordinary
social asssmblages of this Kind were
strictly observed, and there was a due
solemnity about the whole affair.-NelU
York Star.
Northern tribune. [volume] (Cheboygan, Mich.) 1875-1885, 1885-05-28

White, Of this city, and is under the
management of ID. II. Watson. Charles
]. Campbell, the general manager Of the
Stsinway and Hunters Peint Railroad,
had charge Of the exhibition. Mr..
Stairway, the well-known piano manu-
facturer, intends having the pneumatic
cars take the place of the horse cars
now in use On the lines above mention
ed. The present ear is much larger than
MIR. Hardis considers necessary, and
those which will be made for Mr.. Stein
way will DO smaller, lighter and much
improved in minor details. ..Ht
People in Washington and Albany
contemplate introducing the pneumatic
car in both Of those cities, and certain
New York capitalists are also becoming
Interested in its adoption here.-Ne'c
York Tribune. 1tt - .'
Northern tribune. [volume] (Cheboygan, Mich.) 1875-1885, 1885-05-28
Running Cars by Compressed Air.

Henry Bergh and several others went
to Astoria one day last week to witness
private exposition of Robert Hardie's
system of driving street ears by COM
pressed air. John StsphesOn built car
for Mr.. Hardie some time ago, which the
latter has fitted up with compressed air
chambers, by means of which hs runs q
small motor of engine. The latter is
placed on a platform on the front end
Of the car and is 30 simple that it can
be operated by any one after twenty-four
hours practice. The air chambers arc
partly under the car, partly under the
car seats, and in such other places as
afford room which can be- so economic
ed. When the chambers are once eharg-
cd they will run the car ten miles with
cut rsflling. The ear can be run at
the rate of twenty-five miles an heur.
and new and ingenious air-brake
which Mr.. Hardis has invented makes it
possible for the car to be stopped, when
running at its highest rate of speed,
almost instantly.
At the trial, when the ear was descend
ing steep grade, and at high rate Of
speed, it was stopped entirely before go
ing half of its length after the brake
was applied. The car can be run as
easily up and down grades az on a dead
level, and with perfect safety i'm all
cases. Increasing and decreasing the
rate of speed are managed with the
brake, and the car can bs propelled
around q sharp corner without con-
seriousness, on the part Of the passenger
OF any change in the direction. The
patent is the present property Of j. r
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20
EDUCATIONAL.

pICHMOND COLLEGE, RICHMOND. VA
LII Next session Sep mhrr -. 1885, to June
2l. 1856. Eight independent 5 hOo:, n many
able AVID experience prat"',..r.. wc-equi tpcd
lecture rooms free library :.d ,t 5, un rare fl
clitea for liberal education. iic,iil al location
attractive grounds ci"g mt pab il buildings large
airy dormt0rieg. the best sn"i:.' AID religious
surrounding Expenses: Enrin,r-',c and mi
tion nine moGlEs So 80: Rom rant. h,aTd, fuel
lights and washing, Sll6.5O For catalogue
with cut OF binding, full statement 10 courses
degrees. sc j., aud a historical sketch adhr,s SIS III.
III. HARRIS Chairman Of Faculty. iy2O-eo1m
Episcopal HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS,
Near Alexandria, Virginia.
OPENS SEPT. ~, CATALOGUES SENT.
L. NJ BLACKBOARD, MA,
jy13-eo& twtoct1 Principal.
RETHEL CLASSICAL AND MILITARY
- ACADEMY,
In n country noted for beauty and health. Course
of Study 10 branches: surpassed in thoroughness
by no academy in the South. Medical and Law
Courses preparatory to the University of Virginia.
Board tuition medical attendance, half session.
500 90 No extras. Address
MAI. A. G. SMITH,
Bethel Academy p. o., Fauquier Co.. Va.
jy14-cotsep1
WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY.
w LEXINGTON, VA.
instruction in the usual academic studies and
in the professional schools of Law and Engineer
ing. Location hcathful: expenses moderate.
Next session opens September L.. For Catalogue
address Clerk of the Faculty..
iy11-1m G.. w. &. LEE President.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20
Bv Green & Wise AuctIonecrs.

DY VIRTUE OF a DEED OF TRUST, dated
- March 9th, 1853. executed by Thomas W.
Smith to James p. Smith and c. w. Wattlcs and
recorded in libor E, page 52S, Land Records of
Alexandria county, in trust to secure to III. G.
Smith now deceased certain Indebtedness, not
yet paid, the undersigned, at the request of r. C.
Smith, executor Of the said Ii. G. Smith, will ex-
pose to sale by public auction, for cash. in front
OF the Market Building. on Royal street. on
THURSDAY. the 23d of July, $50, at ! Il. M
the following described property: LOT OF
GROUND on the cast side of Water street. %
feet in front and 90 feet in depth, bounded the
north by IN alley feet wide, and on the east by
- feet alley, with the right Of way over both
alleys. The north line of said lot being 80 feet
south Of Duke street.
JAMES P. SMITH,
G. w. WATTLES.
;,rE
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20
Local EREYITIES.

Thcte was IL false alarm Of GIRO Saturday
night about . o'clock which brought out tho
department..
Among the bidders TO furnish setecs for
the parks in Washington were Mc$srs. Cur
tin & Butts, Of this city, whose bid Was
81 20 piece.
The democrats of Lecsburg met on Salur-
day evening last and elected Mcssrs. j. w.
Foster, Henry Hcaton, and {. L. Janney as
delegates to the Richmond convention. all
of whom favor the nomination OF Gen. FltZ
Lee for Governor.
Rev. John f. Massey preached ut the
Baptist Church in this city yesterday morn
ing and last night, delivering two thorough
~ orthodox and interesting sermons which
secured for The speaker The sirctcst atten-
ton OF his congregations.
The automatic fire engine lighter and
heater, invented by hr. I.oudoun Campbell,
Of this city, was tested in Norfolk, last week,
on the steamer Virginia, at The corner OF
County and Court streets, and proved salts
factory. Steam was r.liscl inside of three
minutes.
A letter from Manassas TO the Falls
Church Register says; Robert Portner, a
wealthy brewer of Alexandria, has Il splen-
did private residence in Manassas Besides
an extensive park on hi; premises, there
are fish ponds, watered by two artcsian
wells. Ono of these wells ia 3l5 feet in
depth, another % feet.
Spencer Lewis, colored, recently convict.
ed in the Northumberland County Court oil
rape, was brought here Saturday night last
by Sheriff w. Il. CIaughton, of that county
on the steamer Sue, and lodged in the sta
ton house till yesterday morning, when he
was taken to Richmond to serve out n term
Of imprisonment in the Stale penitentiary
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

FAIRFAX Commissioned years ago the
soil of Fairfax was considered poor indeed,
and was said to produce fine crops of hen
grass and broom straw. The citizens OF
dear old Luudoun" anth Fauquier counties
used 20 joke the denizens Of their adjoining
county aud call them "Pohickers," but now
Fairfax, in assessed valuation, stands high
among the counties of the State, produc
ing large crops and as good wheat as comes
TO this market The county is also begin
ming TO raise quite large number of cattle
besides boasting oflarge and successful dairy
farms. ono Of which is conducted by Mr..
Geo. X. Pickett, who raised this season a
good crop of wheat and has just finished
cutting a crop of hay that will mako fully
four tons per acre, notwithstanding this
terribly dry season.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

ALEXANDRIA TEACHERS AT NORMAL
SCHools.--The Alexandria pupils at the
State Normal College, Miss Matte Mclean
and Miss Ella Reyes, are now nj home IN
vacation.
Mr.. VIM. II Grcenwell, Miss Addie V.
Grigg, Miss Jennie Stoutenhurg, Miss
Angie v Neviit, of this city, and Miss NJ.
Gfi.@;, Miss Danes, and Miss Cowling, ofthe
Fairfax district near town, are at the Fred
ericl:shurg Summer Normal, and Super!n-
teutlcnt Carne was there Oh Saturday.
Principal r. Fl. Fcilin attended tho open
in. of !he Fredericksburg Normal, but was
forced to return by wounded leg lie
will 80 back to Fredericksburg in few
days Miss NJ. W. Price and Miss Burnett
HTockeit are also attending the Summer Nor
mal of Fredericksburg.
The Alexandria colored teachers intend
to hold Il Summer Institute at the Alfred
street school house during the latter part Of
August
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

LIGHTHOUSE KEEPERS APPOINTED
Thomas J. Smith has been appointed keeper
Of Dntch Gap Canal light-station mt $40 a
year, vice George Pearman, resigned. Q. r.
Hudgina has been appointed second assis
tant Keeper Of VOLTS Trap light in the
Chesapeake Bay at 800 year, vice James
IL. Brooks, resigned. Wesley Austin has
been appointed third assistant keeper at
Cape Hatteras at $500 year. in place of F.
+. Simpson, promoted to be first assistant ut
Cur.ituck at $3.50 year. Isaac J. Hearn
has been appointed assistant keeper at Great
Shoal light at $500 year, vice G. w. Smith,
resigned
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

SroRM.-There was fine shower Of rain
yesterday evening, preceded by severe
wind from the southwest, which greatly
cooled the atmosphere. Although the rain
lasted but short time it was general in this
ueishhorhood, and it is reported that below
this city hail fell in considerable quantities.
During the storm Mr.. Jesse Murray's house,
near Mount Vernon, was struck by light
ming and slightly damaged, portion of the
weather boarding and window frame
being knocked of. Several members of Mr.
Murray's family were slightly stunned by
the stroke, but none of them injured.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

PERSONAL Mr.. Alexander Murray, of
Memphis, Is in the city on = short visit to
his brother, Mr.. ". A. Murray. In n few
days, accompanied by his daughter, he will
leave for Il trip through Europe.
Miss Carrie Il. Cooke, of this city, left to-
day with Mrs. A. :. Coleman and daughter,
of Washington for Hcmocl. Lake, New
York, to spend Il (ew months at their cot,
tage, "Hclle Haven"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

No STEAMED st RACING ALLOWED In
spector OF Steamboats, james Curran, accom-
ranic,ib by Deputy Inspectors Savlleand Fnl-
rntiuc, made 4 personal inspection ofall the
river steamers before the latter left Wash
ton Tor their regular Sunday excursions yes
teraay morning. Inspector Curran made
numerous inquiries concerning the race
which is said to have taken place recently
between the steamers Armenia and Arrow
smith. Mr. George H. Sheriff, agent for the
Armenia. says the statements which have
been published about the alleged race were
greatly exaggerated. According to his
statement the Armenia is somewhat swift
er boat than the Arrowsmith, aud generally
passes her going up or down the river with
ease On the occasion referred to the Ar.
menia had aboard an inferior quality ofcoal,
and was following the Arrowsmith up tho
river without attempting TO pass her.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20
AUCTION SALES.
NNRUSTEE'S SALE.

ENtUSIEES SALE.
The undersigned trustee. under deed from
Charles A. Hartman, dated July 10th, 1885, will
sell at private sale for thirty days, ut cost prices
for cash the stock of FURNITURE, CARPETS
AND MATTINGS. CLOCKS, RUGS &c, now in
store ut No. LII King street, Alexandria, Va.
All parties indebted to the said Charles A. Hart
man will please settle with the undersigned or his
authorized agent LEONARD MARBURY
iy1T-d1w TruStrc
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

MILITARY.-The Chatham Guards, Of the
Third Virginia regiment, who had been in
camp at Ocean View, passed through this
city on Saturday evening on their way from
Washington to their home. They arrived
here on The ! O'Clock boat and marched 10
The Virginia Midland depot, where they
took The train. The DanviIlc Grays, of the
same regiment, arrived here this morning
from Norfolk, and later in the day left for
their home also
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

Halls Vegetable Sicilian Hair Remover
never fails in restoring gray hair to its
youthful color, lustre, and vitality. DR.. A.
\. Hayes, State Assayer of Massachusetts,
endorses it, and all who give it fair trial
unite in grateful testimony to its many
yirtueS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

NoTlcE'
Take notice that shall on SATURDAY, July
% 1850, at o'clock p. m on Little River Turn
pike, near the corner of Seminary Lane sell at
public auction the following PERSONAL PROP
ERTy, to satisfy execution in my hands in favor
of John II. Watkins VS.. George w. Lusby
Six o. Mitch Cows.
One a. Mare
Ono ~ Two Horse Wagon.
One a. spring Wagon.
One ~ Set Double Harness
One o. Single
Three 81 Ten. Gallon Milk Cans.
One a. Frame Stable and
One a. Lot of Farming Implements.
Terms--Ca.h ROBERT PETIT,
jy16.dts g. +. &.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

The best thing for the complexion is
Ayers Sarsaparilla. IL brings the bloom OF
health to the wan check
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

observation-disclosures from upper Fauqmer
and Loudoun counties give distressing ac-
counts of the protractcd drought in that
section. Owing to the scarcity of grass,
many graziers have been compelled to feed
the new hay crop nnl if it does not rain in
the next few days they will be forced to sell
their cattle out Of condition, which would
entail great loss. "Stock cattle were
purchased by the grazicrs last fall at high
figures, and they are reluctant to sell at pre-
sent prices
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

fyonr hair is getting thin, the applca-
ton of Halls Vegetable Sicilian Hair Re-
newer viii promote a thick, new growth.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

r.. the Middle Atlantic States generally fair
.hor with occasional light local rains along the
Vii" S'.., his evening, variable winds, nearly Sta.
,;cnsry temperature. Continued warm weather
:. ;aicatcd for tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

CORPORATION CoUET--,Indgr n. 3. Meade
prcsiding.- va. Thomas Jackson, COL;
assault case continued.
CON- vs. Eliza Carter, colored; petit
larceny mol pros. entered.
The recent state assessments on various
pieces Of property were reduced, among the
most important Of which was that on the
Braddocli House from $4,000 to $4,000,
and on the residence of Mr.. J. A. Marshall
from 50 600 to $1,000
Court adjourned Till Wednesday morning
at II o'clock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

YESTERDAY was hot and disagrecable,
the thermometer dancing among tho nine.
ties. There were few people oh The streets,
and while the excursion boats were over
loaded. the number of visitors to the city
from Washington and elsewhere was notice
ably contracted. Late in the afternoon 81
thunder storm passed over the city from
the South, which while it lasted lowered
the temperature somewhat. When the
heavens again became clear, however, the
same torrid heat was experienced, and the
night was uncomfortably hot.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

DEATH OF Mrs. J. 3. DAINGERFIELD.-
Mrs. Rebecca Fl. Daingered, wife Of Mr..
John b. Daingerlelh, and daughter of the
late William Fowle, died yesterday evening.
about five O'Clock, 1T the residence of her
husband on south Washington street, aftera
somewhat rrotracted illness. She was
most excellent Christian lady, identified
closely with the charitable institutions Of
this city and was greatly beloved not only
by large circle of relations, but by all with
whom she WAS brought into contact.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

POLICE REPORT.-The Mayor this morn

POLICE KEPOET.-Ihc Mayor this ihuiH-
ing disposed of the following cases:
Blanche Wright, arrested by officers Pat.
Hayes and Arnold, charged with being
drunk on the s!fe;ia, WAS fined $50.
Geo. Washington, co!ored. arrested ny OF
fcer simpson, charged with stealing sew
ing machine, waa discharged.
Andrew M"lIcrrcll, arrested by officer
Pat Hayes, charged with robh;@ Randolph
Schmick, WAS fined 81 80.
Louisa Cartwright, colored, arrested by
officer Grady, charged with abusive lam
guage, was fined $50.
Randolph Schmick, arrested by officer
Pat. Hayes, charged with disorderly con-
duet, was fined 81 30.
James Wilson, colored, arrested by officers
Franks and Bremen. charged with being
drunk on the street, was lined 81.
Henry Ford. colored, arrested ny officer
Grady, charged with being drunk on the
street, was fined 81.
A white man, arrested on Saturday for
being drunk and dsordcrly, was dismissed.
James Pirkney, colored, arrested by Off.
Ger Arnold, charged with attempting to steal
watch from Mr.. Geo. Dcaton, was dis.
charged on being whipped by his father.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

| AM NEW RECEIVING MY STOCK OF HARD
J. ware, Cutlery, Paints Oils, &c, &C., to which
invite yonr especial attention
3. W. MALLS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

CNTEP LADDERS all sizes. for sale at bottom
y prices. Store open until . o'clock every night
B. w. MALLS.
my25 Cor King and Washington streets.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

COMETHlNG NEW-Horse hair Shcdders, for
y removing the shedding coat Of hair and dand-
ruff on horses and other animals. Call and sec
them at JAS. T. CARLIN & SONS,
ap24 Alexandria. Virginia
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

H1HE HUNGARIAN. Use the Hungarian Pro-
L cess Flour and ynu will always have the
whtest ard richest brcal. 1t takes the lead.
Don't fail 10 try it.
iyS GEO. McBORNk1 SoN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

yJTATER COOLERS.-.Just received another lot
w of the best Water Coolers, from to . gal
Ions Zinc and Pcrcelain-lined, which we are
selling al hnttom prices.
led +. j. MILLER u CO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

BASE RALL-The game 10 have been
played to morrow has been Withdrawn by
the New York Clothing House team after
being largely advertised, thus putting the
home team to much Inconvenience. On
Wednesday the famous Virginias will ap-
pear III this city and play at Alexandria
lark with the home team. Those who
have never seen this nine should not fail to
zee it on this occasion.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

NEW EASY LAWN MOWER, the best Mower
IN in the market will perform the greatest
variety of work and costs but little money. Call
and see them al JAS. F. CARLlN SONS.
100 Alexandria. Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20
Fol. RENT.

I lei
The STORE ROOM. occupied by j. Il.
Chapman. Newly fitted. Possession given juno
1st, 1885. Applyto
| my15-tr DAVID APPICH.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

CRUSHED WHEAT, a fresh supply, Just re-
" ceived to-day by [jy16l J. c. MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

JlNAMELED PRESERVING KETTLES, at 50
IL King, corner OF Royal street. Just received
full supply of Enameed and Brass Kettles OF all
sizes. for sale at reduced prices by
led J. T. CREIGHTON & SON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-20

DERFECT IN EVERY PARTICULAR.-The
L easy running Acme Lawn Mower has more
points Of merit than all other mowers combined.
Call and see them 1t E. W. MALLS,
ie1S s c. cor King and Washington SITS.
National Republican., 1885-06-10

There has been for some years agood deal OF
bad blood between Col. John $, Williams edi.
tor Of the Lafayette lind. Sunday Times, third
auditor of the Treasury Department, and Mrs.
Helen NJ. Cougar, prominent member Of the
Womens Christian Temperance Union and TO-
male suhragist Mrs. Cougar sued the city
marshal of Lafayette two years ago for $1,000
for SANDER and the Times defended Mandler
and criticised Mrs Cougar severely. The case
was unsavory and created great sensation at
the time. Capt. De Witt Wallace, prominent
attorney, whose name was unplcasantly asso-
ciated with that of ,irs. Cougar In the trial, at
tempted to cane Williams at the time, but did
little damage. Williams arrived home Satur.
day, and his sunday paper contained two or
three references 10 Mrs Cougar that oxctei
that lady's ire and Monday morning she met
Col. Williams on the street in lafayette and
assaulted him with her parasol. The colonel
warded OFF the blows with small bamboo
cane, when Mrs Cougar snatched the cane
and struck the colonel over the head, and
shoulders several times