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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

Mr.. john SHERMAN was serenaded in
Washington on Saturday night III which he
waved on high the bloody shirt. lie de-
clared that every national election since
1865 had been tainted with fraud and ter.
rorism, and asserted that last year, by I'M
lawful combination and fraud, Grover Clcve.
land had been elected President of the
United States, when, if there had been
fair vote and fair Count, James G..
Blaine would have been elected. He
believed that Congress should pass a
wise law to govern She election of Mem
bsrs Of Congress and Presidential cleo.
tors, and if such measure failed TO protect
the negroes in their right Of suffrage then
the republican party would take care that
the Southern Stateswere not allowed q rep
resen,ution based on their negro citizens.
He said he was on his way to Virginia.
Eyes" said q spectator, land if you repeat
your speech Of tonight you will surely elect
,Filz Lea sally that caused good deal
of applause and laughter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

MARRIED on HoRsEDiCS-A romantic mar
riagc occurred on Sunday night in Louisville,
in front of the residence of ustice John Mccain.
George A. Elkins and Molic Stewart, a runaway
couple, haling from Horny county, KY, shouted
loud "Hello!" several timcs to attrac! tho Mt
tenton of the magistrate, who camc out to the
street with laHtcrn and asked TO know what was
wanted. The young gentleman and young lady
were both seated on tho samo horse, and were
drcnchci with the rain which had been falling for
several hours Elkins said that they wanted to
be married at once, and that tho ceremony would
have to be hurried rs the father and brothers of
tho young lady were in pursuit of them.
The Justice asked the couple to show their IL
ccnsc which was done, and then invited them to
| come into tho house, whcro tho ceremony could
be performed. This the couple refused, on the
ground of not having sufficient time, and asked
instead to be married then and there on horse
back. The squire consented after some hestita-
tion, aud called to Col. VIM. Harding who hap
pcncd to be passing at the timo, to hold an UNI
brella over the heads Of the two while the service
could be performed. The ceremony was brief,
and at tho conclusion oft the groom remunerated
tho services OF the squire with liberal sum,
when the couple rode away The bride was young
and very pretty, while the groom looked like a
prosperous anu wcll-to-do young farmer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

New SCHEpULE.-We have now
completed our line Of cloaks, dol
mans, newmarkets, visites, Russian
circulars, raglans, jersey coats and
a large line of misses and child
ren's coats, all Of which we have
marked at schedule Of the lowest
prices ever offered, We have en-
larged our cloak room and have
special lady clerks to attend. a
call is all we ask.
oct24-lW ISAAC EICHBERG Il Co,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

REPUBLICAN BULLDozGNG.-1n Martins.
vile, the county site of Henry co unity, on
Friday last, one John L. Grayely, chairman
of the republican committee, assaulted one
Joe Banister with intent to kill. Gravely
demanded of negro to know how he was
going to vote, and was told to wait until
November and then the information would
be furnished. Grayely then, with an oath,
said he wanted to know then. Joe Banister
interfered, and said, "Wait uutil November
Sd" that men sometimes changed. Gravely
ordered Banister to leave, and showed him,
when Banister struck him. Yesterday
morning Gravely went to Spencer Brothers.
factory, where Banister was at work, and
shot at him. Banister shot at Gravely.
Several shots were fired, and Banister was
struck in the head. Gravely's pistol was
then empty, and Banister laid down his pis.
toll though it was not empty, and engaged
GraveIy otherwise. During the firing Col
onel Peter D. Spencer was shot in the thigh.
Banister is a democrat. Gavely is in Jail.
The whole affair was intended to intimidate
the democratic negroes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

A SC@SE IN CoUIT.-There was an exciting
scene in the Ammo Arundel Circuit Court at An
napolis Saturday. S. Thomas Mccullough, esq,
and Judge Magrudcr were counsel for defendant
and plaintiff respectively. During the progress of
the trial Mr. MCCULLOUGH took ofense at re-
mark MADE by Judge Magrudcr, and, rushing to-
ward him, hcapcd invect;ves upon the head of tho
Judge, in which puppy" "scoundrel," etc., and
like epithets played emphatic parts. After con-
siderable while order was restored, and McCul-
Tough apoogizel to tao court but wanted it un
lerstood that no part of his apology applied to
that contemplate puppy" (meaning Judge Ma
grudcr}. The court raped Mccullough down.
and warned both men that on tho recurrence OF
anything in the slightest degree improper, the
court womld punish them severely. 1t is stated
by friends Of tho lawyers that tho matter will not
mud I.-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

INDIAN AGENT GREEN.-Major lsrael
Green, of Mitchell, Dakota, who has ]use
been appointed to thu Sisseton Indian
agency, went to Dakota several years ago
from this State. Before the war he was IN
the United States Marine Corps, and was
the senior officer in command st the WASH
ington Barracks in October, 1859, at the
time of the John Brown raid at Harper's
Ferry. He headed the detachment OF nine.
ty marines that was ordered to the scene OF
the disturbance, and led the assault on the
old engine house where Brown and his men
had fortified themselves. When hole had
been battered in one of the doors Green
crawled through, ran around one of the fire
engines, and found John Brown reloading
his carbne. The officer brought his sabre
down on the old mans neck with all his
strength and disabled him. The exploit
was highly complimente! oy Colonel Robert
Z. Lee, who was in command. Major Green
afterward served under Gsu. Lee in the
Confederate army. He will have charge of
about l 800 Sioux at the Sisseton agency.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26
LOCAL HREVITIES.

After 81 three mouths vacation the City
Council will hold meeting tomorrow
night.
A number of the horses which entered
the Washington races passed through this
CITY Yesterday on their way to Charlotte,
n. G.
The schooner which was sunk by COLI
sion on Friday last above Shepherds has
been raised and towed back to Washington.
1t is said she will be brought to this city for
repairs.
Judge Sangster, GIr. r. II. Farr ard sew
eral other Fairfax county Mahoneites were
in the city to-day having consultation-lt
is said in reference to the distribution OF the
doodle" in that county.
Capt. G. A. Mushbach to-day received n
check for $3.50, the amount of the prize
awarded the Alexandria Light Infantry, the
best drilled company at the Lynchburg fair.
Mr.. Joseph Hullett has sold to Landon
Jackson a house and lot on the north side
of Cameron street, between Patrick and
Henry streets, fronting on Cameron street
thirty We feet and running back lao feet,
for $500.
A row occurred near the ferry wharf yes
terday evening, which resulted in several of
the men engaged receiving black eyes and
bruises about the face. Several of the fight
ers were arrested and locked up and this
morning were fined by the Mayor.
The democrats of the county will hold a
meeting on Wednesday night which will
se addressed by Col. +. l.. Smith, of this
city, aud State Senator E. 4. Meredith.
Arrangements will also be made for attend
ing the meeting in this city on Saturday
night next, when Gen. Lee will speak.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26
SOMETHING ABOUT CARPETS.

SOMETHING ABOUT CARPETS
Our stock never was larger and our
prices never lower. We have just
received a new supply Of Body
Brussels, Tapestry, Ingram and
Three Ply-goods purchased last
July and just arrived. We have
marked them way down, and guar
antee them everytime ten per cent.
less than any house in this city or
Washington. A call is all we ask.
oct24-1w ISAAC EICHBERG Il Go.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

THE REFoRM CLUB.-The meeting of the
Reform Club to NIGHT at their rooms on
Fairfax street, at 7;50 O'Clock, promises to
be a successful one. Over three hundred
circulars have been issued to the members
of the club, and, it is understood that the
responses have been very encouraging to
those having the matter in hand. Reys.
l.. H. Pearce, Z. L. Poulson, and W. Il.
Baylc sre expected to be present and ad.
dress lie meeting. All are invited.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

An elastic step, buoyant spirits, and clear
complexion, are among the many desirable
results of pure blood. The possessor o.
healthy blood has his faculties at command
aud enjoys a clear and quick perception
which is impossible when the blood is heavy
and sluggish with impurities. Ayers Sar
saparlla is the best blood purifier and vital
iZer known
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

FAIRFAX Observation-Disclosures. S. G.
Bseut and r. w. Moore, who, have been
actively canvsssing in Fairfax county. ad-
dressed large democratic meeting at For
estvilc on Saturday night last, where the
greatest interest in the success of the whole
democratic ticket prevails. These gentle
men madc stirring speeches, and were
heartily appiauded. They report that the
white men of Fairfax are doing their utmost
TO secure The election of Mr.. Chichester to
the Legislature, aud that their effort will be
rewarded by that gentleman's getting a good
majority.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

THE MATLAcK CoMBINATIoN.-A large
audience was present at the Opera House
Saturday night to witness Damon and
Pythias" by the Matlack Combination. The
play was we'll rendered and was Literally
applauded Tonight "a Celebrated Case"
"a play in which this company is partlcu'
larry effective, and in which its entire
strength, including the wonderful child
actress, little Viva Clare, is cast-Wlll De
given. To morrow hight the engagement
of this excellent company will terminate
with Hamlet"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

FUNERAL.-The funeral of Mr.. Henry
Pollard, whose death was mentioned in the
GAZETTE on Friday last, took place yester.
day evening from his late residence, ut the
corner of Lee and Duke streets, and was
very largely attended. The services were
conducted by Rev. Rumsey Smithson, pas.
tor of the Methodist Episcopal Church South,
and Messrs. John Padgett, James L. Adams,
Walter B. Waddey, John A. Field, F. l..
Brockett and William Chauncey acted as
pallbearers. The remains were inferred in
the Methodist Protestant cemetery.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

DIED INTEsTATE-Mr. Dennis Griffin, a
resident of the northwestern portion of the
city, died on Saturday and was buried from
ST. Mary's Church this morning. 1t is said
he left ar estate worth about 500, but that
he has no relations living. If this is the
case the estate will escheate to the State.
TO day in the Corporation Court City Treas
urer NJ. e. Harlow was granted letters of
administration upon the estate.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

Though numerous cases may operate tt
turn the hair gray, all that is needed to re
store the natural color is Halls Vegetable
Sicilian Hair Remover. For more thar
twenty years its sales have been enormous
but we haveSet 10 learn of its first failure
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26
LOCAL NEWS.

For the Middle Atlantic States fairweath
or light, variable winds, generally from
south to west, lower barometer, slight change
in temperature op the coast, slightly warmer
in the interior. Generally fair weather is
indicated for tomorrow, with slight changes
in temperature.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

FoR THE Pi:NITENTIARY.-Dcpu Ser.
geant Braxtcu L Smith. accompanied by
Mess.s. J. ii. Green aud 9. ]. w. Summers
t-ft here THIS morning for Richmond. having
IN Change Henry Willis and Albert d. Lyles,
who we're convicted in the Corporation
Court recently and sentenced to two years
imprisonment IN the penitentiary each
the former for burglary and the latter for
forgery.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

CHURCH DEDICATED.-The new Presby.
ter;an Ghurc;. at Falls Church was dedi-
Gated yesterday, the services attracting a
large congregation, many Of whom were
strangers. Rev. Drs. Bartlett, Eittinger and
Chester, of Washington. united with Rev.
d. H. Riddle, the pastor of the new church,
ir the services on the occasion.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

SOMETHING ABOUT CLoAKs.-Wc
have the finest line ever offered be-
fore; cheap goods and stylish take
a look.
oct24-lw ISAAC EIcHBERG & Co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

i" pie-many OF them from Washington.
:,e sraveyards also were filled with stroll.
las The Salvation Army and members of
lho L: 60 Methodist Church engaged in street
preach ng, Cavanaush, the one armed evan
gelist, being with the latter. As usual. he
inveighed against the extravagances and
frivoltes of the day la Sam Jones.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

OFF THE TRACK.-Some one rumoved a
linch-pin from the rear car of train of
freight cars which was standing on the
Fayetto street track of the A. Il +. road, just
above the depot in this city, on Saturday
morning last. and the car being thus de-
tached ran back and collited with some
others which were standing on The track
below, knocking one from the rails. The
accident caused some delay in the time of
leaving of two of the Washington trains,
which were sent off by way of the Midland
track, on Henry street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

Renew and retain your youthful appear
ance by using Halls Vegetable Siclian Hal
Remover, the best article of its kind.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

REGISTER ELECTED.-Mr. J. w. Holt,
register for the Third ward having resigned
his position, in consequence of being COM
PEELED to he absent from the city for some
time, the Electoral Board met this morning
and appointed Mr.. Arthur J. Dixon TO fill
the vacancy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

THE COUNTY COURT, Judge Jas. Sangster,
met this morning, and after continuing o
number OF cases ard setting the day of trial
for others, adjourned till Wednesday morn
inv next
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

No exaggerated or fictitious certificates
but solid facts, testify the marvellous cures
OF Ayers SarSaparilla.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

POLICE RbPoRr.-Last night was clear
and cool, with four prisoners and five
dodgers at tie station house. The Mayor
this morning disposed OF the following eases:
Thomas Edds and Peter Brennan, arrest
ed By Lieut.. Smith for being drunk OH the
street, were fined, the former - and the
latter 81.
a white man, arrested by officer Latin
for being drunk and disorderly, was
fined -.
A white man, arrested by officers Grady
and Davis, for being drunk and disorderly,
was fined 81.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

YESTERDAY was delightful Indian sum.
mer day, and the streets were thronged with
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

AcC1DENT-Mr. John +. Hannah, OF
Washington, was thrown FROM lis horse, as
he, with three companions, were returning
from Mt. Vernon yesterday evening, and
seriously injured. These gentlemen had
spent the day at Mt. Vernon with the Sa,
pcrintendent, and in the evening mounted
;her horses and started home. When a6cat
a mile from that place Mr.. Hauuau's horse
fell, throwing his rider and rolling on him,
bruising him severely, besides injnring him
internally. DR.. VIM. Johnston, of Wash
ington, q friend of Mr.. Hannau's, WAS sum-
Iaoned as soon as possible, and went to the
relief of the injured man, who in the mean
line had been taken back TO Mt. Vernon.
|, is feared that Mr.. Hannau's injuries are
serious.
Mr.. Hannah was brought from Mt. Yer
non this evening on the steamer Corcoran,
in charge Of Dfs. Johnston and thompson,
Of Washington, and taken to his home in
tina. CITY. When the steamer Stopped here
a!r. H..rnan VA, III !. Very prcrarlnGs con-
dillon. suffering from n broken th!gh aud
>ryv;r iu!e:nal H. url"s.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

WARRANTS SETTER APERIENT, BROWNS
| Iron Bitters. Warmers Kidney and Liver
Care, Buffalo Lithis Water, Bedford Water, Lea
beater's Luhrcating Liniment, large supply III
store and for sale ny
ocop r. s. LEADREATER & BEO.
TORN KNIVES POTATO DRAGS, BR1AR
" Hooks and Briar Scythes, at low prices:
JAS T. CARLIN & SONS.
au26 Alexandria. Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

REGIsTRATIoN-The registration books
were closed throughout the State Gu Satur-
day evening last, and such ouly whose
names are registered are entitled to vote at
The election OF the 81 proximo. The fol
lowing is the result of the registration iii
This CITY stree last election
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26
i.MUSEnEETS.
AUCTION SHES.
BIZ r. T. Lucas. Auctioneer.

BIT 4. I. Lucas, Auctoneer.
WILL BE sold nj public auction, at Mrs. Z. Il.
w Hoon's farm, the Theological Semi
nary, on FRIDAY, October :;U.h, l~S,. the fol.
lowing property: Oac Wagon Champion Mower,
Rakes, Sleigh, Plows IiarIows. Harness, &c, one
Horse Buggy and Harness. three Horses and
Colt, twcnty-onc cho.rc C0w3 and ilciIurs, one
thoroughbred! young Ayrshire Huii lGA nineteen
acres OF Cora and Fodder IN the Shock.
Terms Cash. sale will commences AT l:'D;. III.
oct24ts
nNRUSTEE'S SALE OF REAL ESrhTs. IN
J. ALEXANDRIA COUNTY.
BY virtue of the power contained in hccf Of
trust, executed to the undersigned rs Trustee
the 1st day of December, so, by Thos =. Smith
son and wife. will sell on the premises in said
county. on WEDNESDAY, the ~ day OF D2ccm-
ber 1855, tho following real estate 20 wit: 4
CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND in Alexandria
county, being acres Of land from the northeast
corner of tho farm formerly belonging to A. i.
Addison, deceased, called sunny SIDE" and De
scribed in the deed of trust above mentioned, re-
corded in lbcr e. No. i. folio l33 Of the land
records of said county. Upon the terms Of one
third cash, ard the residue in three and six
months, in equal iasalmcns. to he secured by the
notes Of the purchaser with personal security, AMI
a retention Of the tile until :hc bonds are paid
and right to resell AT The risk and expense Of tho
purchaser upon the failure Ia pay said note or
notes or all cash ut the option Of the purchaser.
ou2-1awtd W. D. ADDISON Trustee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

r ARGE, PLEASANT ROOMS WITH BOARD,
| 4 or bosrd only, can be had by applying to Miss
F. +. MASON, No. III Queen street, four doors
below Washington. scpoO-eolm
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

nREPARE FOR THE COMING COLD WAVE.
Ladies' All Wool Undcrshirts and Drawers.
Sizes &c to :}S. Price $1.OO. This will be our
Leader for the season. c. NJ. ADAMS,
ocoO 6t 50 King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

PERSONAL llr. f. f. Eldri,ige and bride
have returned from their wedding tr1l
sG.r,ush he North, ard have 'aken resi-
dtncr on sou in Washington silte5.
Rev. w. T.. ave, son OF Col. y. y Cave
Of Ibis city. preached in the morning ;ind al
,.ht in the Second Preshyic!i"': Church
y.s,ert!ar. His diSccursrs Were. ;r2yticaI
and pregnnn: vi Ii sober thought.
Miss Stola,d, of Culpeper, Is visiting alr
+. T. Arnold, on King street.
Cen &. Mason Graham and daughter, OF
!. ,ui,i,u,. are visiting friends in this city
Mr.. j. Il. Cation on Saturday night re.
luraeh from Richmond, where he settled
VITA the State Auditor the accounts OF
the city in full for 1854. While there lis
also received his commission as Notary
Public, to which office no was recently re.
appointed by Governor Cameron.
SIR n. +. Foald, Of the Baltimore Sun
was visiting friends in this city yesterday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

CORPORATION CoURT-Judge n. B. Ncade
j.rs;diRg-F f. Corbett ct Tx w. Il. \.
Crook Ct al cause submitted to Judge for
decree in vacation.
Hooc's admir-. vs. Hoof ct al; report of
commissioner Of sale confirmed and power
allowed to anticipate deferred payments.
Robert Wright was nntura!'Zed and he
came citizen Of the United States.
Letters of administration upon tho estate
OF Dennis Griffin, deceased, were granted to
NJ. g. Harlow.
After entering orders reducing the State
assessment on number Of pieces of proper
ty in this city, Court adjourned till Court in
course.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

MISSES ENGLISH. RIBBED HOSIERY re-
lSI ceivcd to-day, October %. Colors, Black
Brown and Navy Blue. Sizes, to y. Prices,
50 and zoe.
oct23-St c. M. ADAMS, eS klng Sc.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-10-26

V,HE FOURTH OPENING OF MEMS FINE
EECKWEAR for Saturday, Oct. "a. All the
newest shapes and colors display ed.
oct23-6t C.. NJ. ADAMS, SO King st.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-23
new YORK AND CHICAGO.
Yesterdays Quotations on Produce at the
Two Great Centers.

NEW YORK, May 22-Flour-Receipts,
II, 304 brls; exports, 5, 734 brls. Dull superfne
Western and State, So 2503.75 common to good
extra Western and State, $3.500420; common
10 choice extra st. Louis, So. 5003.7a
Wheat, spot quiet; options opened firm after
wards weakened, but closed steady Receipts,
81, OOO blu; exports, go, 165 bu; No. 2 Milwaukee,
974c; No 2Mlsailkee C. l. f.. 96cs No. l. hard,
c. l. f., $lo34 ungraded red, s7096c; ungraded
red, c. l. f., $L00s; No red, $l.04s aaoat,
sL02s store, $1.04a elevator; No. red June,
sales of $4,000 Blu, at $LO2s O3s, closing at
sl03s; July, sales of 2,oos,0O0 bu. at $L04s a
LOST, closing at 81 04a August, sales of 724, 900
bu, at 81. 06 06s closing at 81 OCT; September
SAFES of 1884, 900 bu, at $1.074 or, closing at
GL07a; October sales of p, 600 blu, at 81 08! a.
Loo, closing at LOS
Corn easier receipts, SO, $50 bu; exports, los,
$40 bu; ungraded, 81 d58c; steamer. 54a q 55c in
elevator SO 0564c afioat; No. 2, 556563sc in ele-
vator. 564 057ac afioat low mixed, 60c; No.
white. &c., ungraded white, 6l@65c;l No 2. May,
k49 056c. closing az 54s 0553c june 54a05plo.
closing at SIC; July. 55 055sc closing ut 554c;
August 552 a56!e, closing at 55sc
Oats quiet, but steady; receipts, 1880 blu;