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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
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NEW SPRING GOODS

Straw Mattings age pretty and
cheap this season. Hhey range in
prices from l5c up. ::
White India Linsh Robes are
much in demand. WdAlaye SO differ
ent patterns, ranging from $3.50 up.
Crazy Cloth in cream and white,
the very latest, and al elegant arti-
Gle for wash and wear.
Harris Kid Gloves are the best,
indisputably; made IF best kid and
unfinished kid; allslhldes and sizes.
Cold weather makes prices tell.
A call at our store Will convice you
what inducements svn offer this
season.
A new style of Dress Bingham
go pieces) called the :lamore Cloth.
You can see thesei.at our store
Reduced from l2Ac yard to 64c-
one halfprice We own every yard,
and ask you to see them.
Genuine German j}amask Table
Cloth, full two yards wide, rich fancy
borders, at Sl,65. Napkins to
match.
Our Dress Goods this season have
been selected with great care.
Shades and trimmings to match, as
we'll as fringes and buttons, and at
prices which defy competition.
Yes, Goods are very cheap" is
the cry all over the city; but II you
wish to find them i'll large variety
and quantity take a look atour stock It!
What last weeks snow did
brought French Satteens down from
Csc to 25c. We have got them IN
all varieties ofstyles.
Something about Carpets, Oll
Cloths, Mattings, &c. We are ready
to say our stock never was larger
never as cheap, and never can be
replaced for prices we now offer
them at.
From cellar to top floor loaded
with new goods at new prices.
We purchased the largest stock OF
Drv Goods, Notions. Hosiery, Gloves,
Fmbroideries and Novelties Of all
kinds at prices that no house can
compete with An examination O
orr stock will be to every purchasers
advantage.
OurLaundried Shirts are reduced
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

APPoINTMENTs.-The President on Satur-
day appointed Wm. A. Seary, of Louisiana,
to be minister resident and consul general
of the United States to Bolivia. Ephraim
B. Ewing, of Missouri, to be consul general
at the City of Mexico II. Clay Armstrong,
Of Alabama, at Rio IA .Taaeirn Gnstavus
Lncke, of New Hampshire, 10 be consul at
Saerbrooke, Canada; Peter Staub, of Ten
nessee. at St Gale; Henry NJ. keim, OF
Pennsylvania, at Charlottetown, T. -. L.;
John NJ. Strong, Of New York, at Bellevllle,
Canada Alexander Bertrand, OF New YORK
nj S.. Johns @ le. Louis n. Minnie, of Mich
iran. at Port Saruie TO he first assistant
engineers ia The revenue service: Chas. b
Coffin, David Nice. French and Charles W.
BeckWiiti
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

PRONOUNCED DEAD EIGHT T1MEs.-Au-
gustipe D. Guitteraz, miner, employed at
New Almaden, was taken very sick about
a month ago, and in several hours was pro-
nouuced dead His coffin was ordered and
arrangements were made Tor MS burial,
when he showed signs of life and was 80 far re
stored that hopes were entertained of his recovery
During the past two weeks he has been pronounced
dead seven times and came back to life again each
time until last Sunday, when he died again, and
tho physicians say that this time it is for good
N,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

GONE TO RICHMoND.-The fifty talesmen
summoned from this city by Judge Atkins,
o. the Richmond Hastings Court, from
which to make up a jury in the Cluverius
case left here this morning on special car
for that city in charge of Deputy Sergeant
J. Lvvenstein. Several of those whose
names were published ON Saturday being
unable to leave home and substitutes hay
ing been secured in their stead, the follow
ing is the official list of those summoned
aud who left this morning with the Ser
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

Many ladies admire gray hair-on some
other person. But few care to try its effect
on their own charms. Nor need they, since
Ayers Hair Vgor prevents the hair from
turning gray, and restores gray hair to its
original color. 1t cleanses the scalp, pre-
vents the formation of dandruff, and Won
derfnlly stimulates the growth of the hair.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

SWALLOWING A TRADE DOLLAR While Alex
ander Hibbard, of Milwaukee, aged 16 years. was
tossing up trade dollar and attempting 10 catch
it in his sleeve the piece Of money accidentally
struck his mouth and before he was fully aware
of what he was doing he had swallowed it. All
the prominent physicians Of the city have been
consulted, and celebrating the question of
whether or not the young mans singular diet will
prove fatal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

Stomach trouble is serious business while
it lasts; but what blessed relief to nave it
depart! Mrs. F. G. Wells, of 10 Atlantic
street, Hartford, Conn, writes thatshe tried
Browns Iron Btters for stomach trouble,
and that she experienced such relief that
the trouble is now entirely .over. She re-
commends this great iron medicine to all
who are afflicted. 1t cures liver and kidney
comDIaint
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
J. E. TACKETVI.
DRY GOODS.

to one half the quantity we had.
Inc alui.lo "r---' r." itself They
were purchased from the asslgnees
of Loeb & Co., Cincinnati, and are
the best city made goods. Remem-
Der, 75c a shirt laundried and of
the best linen. Don't only read, but
get a sample and compare.
No more s cent Callcoes when
you can get the standards at SC
per yard.
In regard to Bleached Cottons,
we have lots Of new brands. The
cd standard Crowns are becoming
obsolete. Call and ask for ONE
va divide Sc cotton.
Advertisements are expensive
and our profits small, SO by doing
with fewer advertisements we can
afford to give you better prices.
Take look.
Our two-weeks' visit to New York
enabled us to bring some of the best
bargains to Alexandra ever offered.
Jerseys are very much in style
and cheap this season. A full line
for misses and ladies.
Call and examine those beautiful
Parasols.
Silks in all the new shades and
makes and in endless styles.
Imported and Domestic Sujtlngs
for mems and boys wearjust opencd.
The biggest assortment, the lowest
prices and best goods.
ISAAC ELCHBERG & CO.,
rrn~cD 1.-TWO AMI P0vAJ. cTPFFTS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

SUDDEN DEATH.-Miss Eliza Fleming,
sis,er of Mr.. A. J. Fleming, died suddenly
Of angina pectoris at her residence, corner
Columbus and Duke streets, yesterday
morning. The deceased was we'll known
and highly respected lady, and the an
nouucem ent of her death was received with
sorrow by all who knew her. She bad been
a member of the second Presbyterian church
for many years, and was genuine example
of true Christ ianity.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

To LIQUOR DEALERS An order will be
issued from the Clerk s Office of the Corpora
ton Court to such liquor dealers as failed
to procure their licenses to sell at the last
term of Court, requiring them to show cause
why they should not be fined for doing
business without license. Judge Meade this
morning in Court said be had serious no.
ton not to renew licenses to those who had
failed to comply with the law in not getting
them last month.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
INGERSOLL.
IAN Atheist laughs poor exchange
For Deity offended. BURNS.

For Deity ofcndcd."-BURNs.
What doth the lppant giber give,
O fcllow-pilgrim, unto thee?
Some golden rule whereby to live?
Some anchor III Futurity?
Nay nay, not his the power
To tighten life, or cheer one dying hour!
Vain words and mockerics arc his,
In Lucre seeking widely sown:
He saps Belief with subtleties,
And to the hungercd gives Il stone
soul, not o! the scoller
Seek thou what Hope and Faith alone can otfe
PAUL VAN RENSSELAER,.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

Neuralgia paroxysms are often ofextreme
violence, and brought on by the slightest
provocation, such as draught Of cool air.
The skin is swollen and intlamed, and even
sfter the attack has abated feels still and
tender On the first intimation of such an
attack rub with Salvation Oil. Is cents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

CHANGE OF SCHEDULE.-The schedule of
the passenger trains on the Virginia Mid
land Railway was changed on yesterday as
follows: Louisville express, train No. 81,
now leaves Alexandria at 6:l0 p. m. instead
of $50 p. m. as heretofore. Train No. 81,
New Orleans mail, arrives at Alexandria at
$50 D. m. instead of 900 p M as heretofore,
and train No. 55 Louisville express, arrives
at 9:15 D. m. instead of 9:25 p. m. No
changes in any other passenger trains.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

Acou1rTED.-Joseph Fl. Martin, who ia-
tally shot Percy L. Darlington on ooaro 3
Virginia Midland passenger tTain' near
Charlottesville, last March. was, on eaeur-
day, acquitted Oh the ground OF INSANITY.
His counsel moved that he be delivered to
the custody of his friends, but Judge Taylor
sent him to Jail to await preparations tor
commitment to an insane asylum.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

No other preparation so concentrates and
combines blood-purifying, vitalizing, en-
rching and invigorating qualities as Ayers
Sarsaparila. Quality should be considered
when making comparisons.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

The President has signed the cor missions,
of the officers of the revenue Marine Ser.
vice whose promot ons were recommended
by the examining board recently in session
at the Treasury. Among those com mission
ed was David McC. French, ot tais city, as
FIRST assistant engineer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

Pc BALL.-The first nine of the Cadets
Of 81 i1o,,,a's Academy. beat the Athletics OF
washington t at base ball, on SATURDAY alter alter
noon Of tba ,>sociation grounds, by score
Of "a to in seven innings The t mr. nm, nine
had defeated the ORR >atsls also OF Washing
ton, in the morning, "a TO u: Inc = ga the
with the first nine of the oo tha al ,,,t
Episcopal High School, on 'ps 70 ooI 6.s st'
having resulted in defeat for 'oe " 49,
by score of IL to l, the latter ha. a go
challenged their opponents, believing 'a
defeat to have been due to the oVern. Ut
pitching of their opponents, which ai m,
entirely prevented them from batting. 10y
now propose game under the rules VI H"o
American Association on Thursday next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
LOCAL NEWS.

For the Middle Atlantic States fair
weather, winds becoming variable, slight
rise in temperature. Tomorrow the same
conditions will prevail.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

dispatch received here this evening
from Richmond says that the panel was
completed by the drawing of the following
veniremen from this city, viz : r. W. Fren ch,
Clarence r. French, F. A. Howell, VIM. T.
Herrick, J. T. Sherwood and W. II. P.
Barkley.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

If your blood is vitiated, cleanse it with
out delay by the use of Ayers Sarsaparilla
Safe and effective.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

Falling out of the hair may be prevented,
brashy hair made soft, and the growth Of
the hair renewed, by the use OF Ayers Hair
Vigor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

FIsH-Since Saturdays report about
100000 herring and 1000 shad have been
received at Fishtown. Herring sold at Sla
81 90 per thousand and shad at S2Oa$S0 per
hundred
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
DIED.

On Sunday morning, May 10th, at twenty min
ntrs past ten o'clock, ELIZA, daughter of Andrew
and Cathsrne Fleming deceased. es-The fu.
neral will take place from the residence Of her
brother, Andrew ]. Fleming, tomorrow Tues
a.cl afternoon at o'clock
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
GONG INTO CAMP.--Col. c. G. "erten'

GONG INTO CAMP.-Col. G. G. Werten.
baker, of the Third Virginia Regiment, was
in Norfolk on Saturday. He is prospectins
for suitable eIcanpmeat for the regiment
and is much pleased with Virginia Beach,
the only objection being that the place lacks
good parade ground; But the , otne, th at,
probable that Virginia Beach will be select.
ed among many other offers. The regiment
(if Virginia Beach shall be the chosen place.
will 60 into encampment in June and re
main week. The Norfolk Tirginian say. J
1--WE would all be very glad to see the mil
tary men at the Peach and can promise them
delightful time"
The Cadet Corps of st. Johns Academy
expect to 90 into camp at Leonardtown, st.
Mary's county, Nd, going down by the
ss,es mer Wakefield on Saturday, the 3o!h
inst. The Leonardtown papers, promise
them most cordial reception, and the cltl'
zens there tender every hospitality: A beau
tiful grove owned by Judge Key has been
Kindly rendered for the camp.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

I, John 8. Be ch, Clerk OF the Corporation Court
of the city of Alexandria, do certify that the
bond required by law in the above cause has been
duly executed by John b. Greene, commissioner
of sale.
Given under my hand this 18th day of May,
1885. JOHN s. BEACH, Clerk.
my11-ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

CITY ASSESSMENT FOR 1SS5.-Major Geo.
Duffsy, Commissioner of the Revenue, bas
furnished US with copy of his assessment
for 1885, which is as follows:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

POLICE REPoRr.-Last night was cloudy
and COOL with two prisoners at the station
house The Mayor this morning disposed
of the following cases:
A white man, arrested by officer Grady,
charged with being drunk and with indie
cent conduct on the street, was fined $3.50.
Washingtonian, arrested by officer Pat.
Hayes, charged with being drunk and with
indecent conduct on the street, forfeited So
which he had left as collateral.
Two fish dealers, arrested on peace war
rant, were discharged.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

FAIRFAX DEMocRATs-Tbe democratic
vo:, - of Falls Church district met at Bal
ley's Cross Roads on the afternoon Of the
9th aud nominated the following ticket for
district officers: Supervisor, Capt. W. T.
Graham; road commissioners, George Aud,
Frank Birch and George Pickett; justices OF
the peace. John Cats, D. E. Porter and
Frank P. Berkley; constable, George Beadeu;
overseer of poor, John Lynch.
The democratic primary meeting for Mt
Vernon district, Fairfax co. WAS held on Satur
day afternoon at Pulman's, with A. G. Land
street in the chair and Robert Wiley, secre-
tary. A large majority ofthose present favor
ing the selection of citizen g ticket for the
district officers to be voted for at the coming
election, on motion of J. 0. Kerby the
meeting adjourned to meet at Kerby's
school house on Saturday, the 10th instant,
at o'clock p. M, where all voters of the
district, irrespective of party lines, should
be invited to attend and take part in max
ing said nominations
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

CORPORATION CoURT-Judge N. B. Meade
presidimg.- Summers vs.. Miller ct al; order
directing Francis Miller, commissioner OF
sale. to return to p. R. Summers deed of
trust on house No. 2S3 King street, upon the
payment by him of $500.
The time allowed w. F. Vincent, State
Assessor, to complete his assessments and
make his returns to court, was extended
from June 1st to July 1st next.
An order was issued releasing from custo-
dy Thos Pheeney, who had been confined
10 jail on charge of lunacy.
Court adjourned till Wednesday next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

ST. MARY's CHURcH.-For the first time
in.more than forty years, there was no late
Mass at st. Mary's Church yesterday. The
pastor, Father O'Kane, was at Fairfax Sta
tiop, and his assistant, Father DeWolf, not
appearing at the proper time, one of the
boys went to remind him of the hour, but
found him in his room, unable to rise. He
mad been Frustrated an hour and half be,
fore. DR.. Jones was Immediately summoned,
and pronounced the case merely one OF ex-
haustion, arising from oyerwork and fast
ing and the patient was soon in fair way
Of rapid recovery. When the congregation
was dismissed there was much excitement,
t being feared that Father DeWolf was
ps -alyzed He was able to say Mass this
NOR, ling. Vespers were sung, as usual
Rev. ,rather Dewitt, of Georgetown College,
immedi. Nely responding to call by tele'
phone. D:., ;.
Richmond, will conseera.e , the altar at ST. ST.
Thursday (Ascsp sion Day. and preach at
10 O'clock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

John cCuen,
L. Brill, jr.,
Geo. II. Harlow,
Geo. T. Price,
J. r. Huntington.
Peter Simpson,
Z. @. Lee
Geo. 81. Richards,
E. NJ. Reed,
L. Genzberger,
w. I. Herrick,
+. p. Bruin,
ID. z. Stansoury,
Simon Blondheim,
Clarence z. French,
E. W. French,
H. II. Lennon,
John L. Smith,
B. F. Atwell,
w. II. P. Berkeley,
r. F. Lee,
Robt. Granau,
J. T. Herbert,
Chas. MaukinS,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
The Trouble Safely Over.

Writing paper, and envelopes given away
at VanAuken's music store "A King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

NOTICE.. W. DYER CO., 23 south Royal
Y street, has and always will have on hand a
nice lot of CRABS AND CLANS: Call and see
them and try them. Stock orders filled promptly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

Chas. Glover,
A. F. Cox,
Lewis Adams,
Chas. Kelly,
D. NJ. German,
W. Woolls,
VI. Z. Perry,
J. w. Henderson,
J. 7. Sherwood,
John T. Cole,
w. d. Hudson,
F. A. Howell,
Julian Young,
J. l.. Dyson.
K. L. Cook,
J. J. Green,
NJ. Ruben.
Benton Chinn,
ID. w. Aitch escn,
T. V. Risheili,
Frank NJ. Hill,
w. d. Ogden,
w. II. Cowling,
VIM. NJ. Farra.l,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
s3O7S.165 90 $40. 321 II

Total, S3yO7S,16o % $S46321 II
Bank shares. $4,000; unfunded corporation
bonds, So 300.
Total real estate, $3.O7S, 1865; total personal
$S46, 321 II bank shares, $4,000; unfunded
corporation bonds, $500; total, S4,O99, 1871.
Tythes-1st ward, 629; I'd, 3S1 Sd, 997 4th,
800 Total, 2,797.
There has been small reduction on cap.
ital and personal property, owing to several
large firms closing business and the reduc-
tion in real property on account of the
small amount for which it sold ; yet from
the Improvement in real and increase in
value of personal, the showing is good. The
above will be increased largely by the addi-
ton of four years. tax Oh property bought
in by the city and the tax on the iron works.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
ByR. T. Lucas. Auctioaeer.

PURSUANT TO A DECREE OF THE COR
i poration Court of the city Of Alexandria, rem
dered on the 18th day of April, 1885, in the
chancery cause of Amelia Kye versus Amelia
Lucas the undersigned therein appointed special
commissioner Of sale, will sell at public auction,
on SATURDAY. the 9Th day of June, 1885, on
Royal street. in front of The Market House, the
following real estate of Charles Lucas, now de-
ceased, viz: A HOUSE AND LOT, located OH the
east side of Henry street, between Cameron and
Queen streets.
Terms: One-thir in cash and the residue in
two equal instalments at six and twelve months
the deferred payments to be secured by the notes
Of the purchaser, with good personal security aud
to bear interest at the rate of six per centum per
annum from the day of sale; and the title to be
retained until the whole purchase money shall be
paid Sale at IL o'clock M.
JOHN q. GREENE,
Comm'r. Of Sale.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
Orkney Springs,
SHENANDOAH COUNTY, VA.

SHENANDOAH COUNTY, VA,
Will be open for the reception Of visitors from
JUNE 1st to DECEMBER LIST. Greatest variety
of medicinal waters of any Summer Resort in
the United States. Table unexceIlcd. Bedrooms
large and airy Full Brass and String Band dur
ing the season First class livery at low rates.
Magnificent roads. Beautiful scenery. Good
fishing and game in immediate vicinity. Dis
cription pamphlets contaning full Information
can be obtained free at A. A. WARF1ELD'S, JNO.
D. n. LUNTS and SAMUEL LUNT'S Drug
Stores. myo oLn
DOAsTED COFFEEs, freshly roasted at my
II store, in an Aroma Saving Rol ster, for sale by
my9 ). 7. MIL6OKN.
GRAHAM FLOUR, fresh, received to-day by
VI my9 ): Z: MlLBOkN.
TJONEY 1Oc. per pound az
IL my9 ). =: nllLb0hN:
GARDEN TOOLS, in sets and separate pieces,
VI ia great variety, wholesale and retail, at 81
King, corner of Royal street. Prices very low.
anSS J. T. CREIGHTON & SON.
r AIDES Isle THREAD HOslEHY-s;olors,
| 1 Seal Br.wo. Back Fawus. Nary .lna States
Dr,bs and other shades. Price DC.
ayos Sc c.. NJ. ADAMS, So kiug st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11

THO THE CITIZENS OF ALEXANDRIA: This
i will be the largest and best variety of stock
ever offered at auction in this city and comprises
almost every description of carriage and by best
makers All are invited to attend. mY1l.3t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-05-11
AUCTION SALES.
By s. Bensinger Auotioneer, Washington, D. C.
OPECIAL AND PEREMPTORY SALE OF

SPECIAL AND PEREMPTORY SALE Of A
y LARGE AND FINE ASSORTMENT OF BUG
GIES, PHAETONS CARRIAGES, WAGONS.
CARTS. HARNESS, &c. &c.-In front of, and
on the first and second floors of Bazaar Nos. 93S
and $40 Louisiana avenue, Washington D. c., on
THURSDAY, the 14th of May at - o'clock IN.
will BIO sold splendid line Of top and no top Bug
gies of all the rest makes. Phaetons, Carts,
Coupe Rockaways, extension top Surries Jump
Seats, Daytons and cauy other styles of carriages.
A full line OF wagons, such used by express
men, farmers, grocers, butchers, &C., &c. Also
four secondhand Hacks in good order. Wagons,
Buggies, &c. SC. ALSO large lotof EXPRESS,
WAGON and BUGGY HARNESS, SADDLES sc.
s. BENSINGER, Auc;ioneer