davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

SENATOR VOORHEES, will speak to the
lombons at Leesburg, Va, next Monday.
If he takes the pitch from Mr., Chander's
civil service reform keynote speech Ire will
not be the worse for the kindly effort, and
Mr.. Chandler will not be so lonesome.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

IT Is easy to perceive by the general
Tenor of telegraphic news from London
that the cause of Irish Legislative inde-
pendencc is making progress in England.
1t does not shock the British mind half as
much now as it did few weeks ago.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

Mr.. JEFF CHANDLER enjoys the honor
able distinction Of being the only Democrat
who has made campaign speech in favor
of civil service reform. lie can say with
Col. Benton, SOLITARY and alone, 1 set this
ball in mOtiOn,n
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

his festival massncrcs." In the course OF a
week or ten days his majesty may be ex-
pccted to express desire for the election
Of Hill and Jones.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

The crop of Grant war horses this year is
phenomenal when one considers that it
began to ripen twenty years and six
months ago.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

NR. EAToN's successor will, It is hoped
be able to carry forward the good work of
civil service reform without calling on the
United States treasury to pay his bar bills.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

THERE is no ground for the rumor that
the President has invited Mr.. Hendricks to
suggest the names of suitable persons to be
appointed civil service commissioners.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

SALISBURY confesses that he has no Irish
policy. That is where Parnell has the adj
vantage of his lordship.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

Gov. HoADLY has more courage and less
discretion than be has been generally cred
tied with, or he would have avoided meet
ing Judge Foraker in Joint debate.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

TREMENDOUS is the centrifugal force OF
reform when once fairly started under
wholesome Democratic auspices. Already
It has reacheif> .faroff Dahomey, and the
king Of that couf.yy has agreed to 'cease
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

IT ought to make Brother Barbour ex-
iremely tired TO hear his Virginia bourbon
brethren dcnouncing boss rule.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

THE Ohio Republicans are not match for
The Democrats in ante-election boasting
hut they will see them at the polls and go
them eight TO ten thousand better.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

A CHRONIC and pestiferous nuisance will
he abated If the Brunswick difficulty is set
tied by giving the throne of Bulgaria to the
Duke Of Cumberland.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

The announcement, "The President is n
Democrat" although made by authority,
will not satisfy Mr.. Hendricks.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

IT is mkind of the Baltimore Democrats
10 set aside Mr.. Latrobe's claim to life
tenure of the mayoralty.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

THE Balkan peninsula is in state Of fe-
yerish excitement not unlikely to culminate
in war.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

WHO will file the next affidavit to prove
that the President desires the election OF
JlilY
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

DExTERoUs dodglng is the leading char
acteristc of premier salisbury's speech.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

FLOOD Rock will be blown up at II
o'clock this morning.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

FERDINAND WARDS statements have not
Jared the faith of any man in the rock
ribbed integrity of the Old Commander.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

THE Democrats will carry Ohio right
along till next Tuesday afternoon.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

date is mainly depended on by the Virginia
bourbons in their clustering campaign.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10.


Amusements'
AIBAuGII's-"Michacl Strogon,"
NATfoSAI,-Mlle Rhca.
HERzoG's-"Blg Bonanza"
DINE MusEUM-"The Shadow Detective
coNIouE--Alioe Oates.
WASHINGTON RTNK--Ninth and L. 1. avenue.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

employ the best health resources OF nature,
scientifically applied through vital nervaura, mag.
netisin, electricity, vegetable remedies, food and
drink cure, water air, heat, light, ozone, electric
ynpor baths, &c.
treat all diseases, acute or chronic. Consulta-
uon free.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

ncSzzs,wE WILL REMOVE ABOUT THE 1sr OF
kSgY November 10 our new Office, No. 1dO7 + st.
In consequence oftho removal our present Office IL
offered by us for rent. JOHN SHERMAN & CO.,
Real Estate Agents. O27 + st. oc6tf
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

scnd or Call for Circular Containing Testimonials
of Wonderful Cures.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

n-x5o SPECIAL NOTICE.-THE OFFICE OF
kSS Mrs. Dr. semmes, the well-known Chiropo-
dist and Dermatologlst, will be open all summer.
1922 4 st. jy16.3m
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

Opening lecture by Prof. Joseph Morrison. A. NJ,
NJ D., Tuesday, Oct. q, at O'Clock p. M, In the
Lecture Hall, 1008 Il Al. N, W.
For information, &C., apply TO
II. II. BARKER, NJ. D., Dean,
se26-2w 1110 II 81. N. w.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10
Special NOTICES. .

n[Sss THE U. s. HEALING INSTITUTE,
II. o. CANDEE, NJ. d., V. D.,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

n1rsszo IL. A. sELIGsoN,
k 1424 Penn. Az. N. W.,
Sells Virginia Clnret (Norton's Seedllng) at
80 CENTS A GALLON.
California and Ohio Wines. je1b.n
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

First meetings OF these classes during week com.
menclng Oct IL; weekly thereafter. FREE to
pupils. Glasses In Piano, Voice. and Violin begin
on the same date, 60 and upward n term. SCHOOL
OF MUSIC, 7O7 Eighth ST. N. W. Apply between
1 and b,;lO d, M se2D,2w
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

THE new German method Is taught ut the
music school, lllS Eleventh street northwest.
1t is particularly adapted to new beginners.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

OFFICE AND RECEPTION PARLoRsi
o22 STREET, N. W.,
Bet OH and 10th sts. wAsHNoToS, d. Q,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

n1Sse MEDICAL AND DENTAL DEPART
kSy MENrS, NATIONAL UNIVERSITY,
1904 AND 1000 L STREET N. w.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

,za IT WILL PAY TO INQUIRE ABOUT
k-SY the evening classes for
Choral SINGING, 80 lessons, e.. Course for
beginners and those unable TO read music readily;
a new system, rapid and thorough.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10
WANTED---HOUSES.

~
UTANTED-HOusE WITH MODERN I'M
w proyements, or 3 or unfurnished rooms, bet.
10th and 18th ste. and Pa. ay. and G SITS. N. W.,
suitable for drcssmnking establishments Address
Box A. Republican Office. 1913
y1TANTED-TO RENT HOUSE OF TO 10
w rooms for family OF adults; near Capitol Hill
preferred. Address r., Republican 0nlce. 3.l2
yIANTED-AS SMALL HOUSE, OR 8 OR O UN-
w furnished rooms, suitable for housekeeping
$40
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

Il HAVE A HANDSOME SQUARE PIANO, z
j. octave, excellent tone, and Oyersirung bass, to
exchange for an upright plano Address CON-
TRACTION, Republican Office, ocS,3t
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10
RuSINESS CHlNOES.

Wy TANTED-AN ENrERPRGslNG MAN WITH
w 81 900 to Join the advertiser In profitable
business To the right man one. half interest In the
busness will be given. Address BUSINESS, Re
publican Office. ocS-3t
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10

CECURITY OILS.-oUR "POTOMAC,n 1900
- FIRE TEST, WATER WHITE, AND 1920
OILS are guaranteed up to the Standard none better
used, Also Napor Fluid and all kinds OF Lubricat-
ing Oils.
Ask your grOcers for them
N. 4. POOLE & CO.,
O37 Louisiana Avenue N. W.
Wholesale Agents for the baltimore United Oil
Company.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10
WiNTED-HELP.

NITANTED-A GOOD YOUNG COLoRED GIRL
w for houscworki good references Apply ~ %
st. N.W. 2-13
XNTANTED-A WHITE OR CoLORED WOMAN
w who is u good cook; also TO do hOusework; to
stay nights; references required. Apply at No. s0S
18th st, N. W. 2-12
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1885-10-10
WANTED-EMPLOYMENT.

wv ANTED--A SITUATION BY A RESPECT
w able young colored man. In private family as
waiter; or In some gentlemans office or store Can
write good hand and figure; willing to make him
self useful NJ any kind Of work. Address Il. NJ. D.,
RepuhliCnu Office, 1-12
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03

the whilo holding the horses and sitting and
looking on as II II meant life or death getting
cut that paper Rum thing to DO so particu-
lar, amt itf'
Horysy professed himself much amused
and continued his questions, He heard all
about Miss olauson, ths niece who had beon
staying At oAkbury for no long, He even
learned the name OF every member Of the
naGiswood House establishment, from that
Of the oldest retainer Whitaker, 10 that OF
the latest arriyl Mrs. Miller the nurse. He
heard. Of course. tho whole history. with ad.
ditions, OF the myateriously-s boy. And
when he was told this, In spite of his self.
control, look OF utter amazement spread
over his face. He rose, and bade tho Red
Lion good day. The story he had heard
must have engrossed his mind 10 an unpre.
cedonted extent for he actually forgot to
finish his brandy and water, a Aattering
tribute TO the landlords power Of interesting
a listener.
After leaving the Inn Hervey took theflrst
turning out OF tho main road. 10 was a
little by-way leading TO nowhere In particu-
lar. Here, us no onlookers were about, he
gave vent 10 delight by sundry actions com
mon to most men az soon az they ind them
selves alone after having received the best
possible news He macked his thigh; he
rubbed his hands together; he seem d to hug
himself IN his JOY He laughed aloud, but
there was cruel ring In his laugh, and there
was cruel look on his laughing mouth, His
eyes frightened with the blended lights Of
malioe md anticipated triumph
CONTINUED IN our NExT,)
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03
Divorce Notice.

james A, MoCArd, whose residence Il unknown
will take notice that on The 10th dAy oi August, A -
ib ellen MoChrd nled her petition IN tho Ouurt 0i
Common Pleas stark onuniy, Ohio, being cAuAe nun
bor 40iO, praying for divorce frOm tho said James
MoClArd on thr ground of willful Abaonool 10 bn 10
stored tb her maiden and 10 have the custody Oi
their ohildrn aud that said cause will bo for hearing
hONa A MCCARTHY,
AuglDLw Atl'ya Tor Plaintiff.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03

GLASS WoRKD.
BUY THE "A
"CANTON
SELF-SEALING
i|aSSCa(, Vilg'NVuH|,
FRUIT JAR.
GLASS WORKS.

In using Fruit Jars with metallic
aps the syrup Of the fruit comes In con-
vet with the metal by getting under
he cap lining which will taint the fruit
nd produce an unpleasant OdOr. This
you will avoid by using the CANTON"
ll-Glass Cap, self sealing Jar. Another
dvantago In using the "Canton" Jar In,
ne mouth Ia sufficiently large to receive
my ordinary sized hand, Qady's hand,
I cOurse,) and many varieties OF large
ruit can be "put up whole In the
Canton" Jar, which cannot be done In
ny other jar made. 80 buy the "Can-
on" made In Canton, o., by The Canton
ilase Co.
II you cannot be supplied by fruit jar
callers, you can get all you want by
'alling on or addressing q3q
THE CANTON GLASS CO.,
CANTON, OHIO.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03
Tho Root ofthe Evil.

To thoroughly cure sctOfula II In nee
essary 10 strike directly at the root ol
the evil. This 10 rxactly what Hoods
Saraaparillo dOea, by acting upon the
blood, thoroughly cleansing II OF all I'm,
pnritlee. and leaving not even taint Of
scrofula In the vital fluid, Thousands
who have been cured Of acroiula by
Hoods 9arsaparilla, testify TO its won,
derfnl bloodpurifylng qualities. Sold
by all druggiats.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03
Sale Of County Bonds.

Tho Commissioners Of STARK county Ohio, will oIcr
for snle NJ tho Auditors once In Canton. bthth county
ocloch y M. reD Jhouaand Dollara lttO.cOOl worth
N County Bonup for tho purpose OF building an Insane
sutd IN accordsnco with tho provaions Of eociione
aud pNqb Of the Revted ntntutcs Of Ohio uad honda
each 10 run sovep yens from date 0f nnle with nercs
annum Principal aud interest parable ~ tho County
rltmurrr once IN Canton, gtnrk %, Ohio,
Tho Commissioners reectve he riah' 70 reloct hny or
ali bids that mar be- made for rhme s.nl
rbe abpvp btnda "a bc of ono thouehnd dohra fenon
inatIon each All blda roccived must BE- ~ Aled.
~ order of Commissioner, 1
..tttt -I11-I "a n Va MANLY,
Ausiphw Auditor g q stark !. 70 phie
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03
Cleveland School Of Music.

Unequhcd facilities Toe tho study Of tho Voice piAgo
Organ, Violin riute and Nil 0rohentfh ana bran In
htrumNnta, Pupa can onier nj Any ilme ana continue
during tho summer We can arrange for our pupils
out Of CITY Communication Tickets and leaaona for thtir
tlme betwoen trail d
Fall term bcainn Sept iath. Send for Catalogue
Address, ALrlufD ARTHUR
sayinsS and Trust building, EUCLID Ave-,
iunaO dmdAw Cleveland. Ohio.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03

SOME heartless Republican papera are
delighted with the Vicious effort OF Eliza
Plnkaton'a friend Senator Sherman. They
are trying hard 10 20 into raptures over
the Mansfield icicle,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03
MIsoRLLANpoUB.
Executors Notice.

Notice Ia hereby given that the undersigned has boon
appointed and QnAlined M Executor OF tho uatAto Of
Philip Rndohon. late Of stark county, Ohio, doch.
AuGiBdw AUGUST RlNDOhEN.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03
A Farm Of 60 Acres For Sale

Situate IN Marb00 townahlp miles northeast Of Har.
rlnbufg on tho Alliance road This improvements con-
nlsi 0f dwelling with summer kitoien auaohod, QUO
Hwna and 0thsr barn. CRIB, aud all neoeaaAry
Outh0panaI good wntor to u Acfo W Cd land thIoe
orohArdal he whole IN good cultivation. Terms cAay.
For Particular apply on tho prrmla,a or ADDRESS tho
Owner, FERDINAND niseil Eh
AuR0.dm Harrisburg, STARK County, Ohio.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1885-09-03
FOR SALE,

Ono Dorner pAohcrt steam powor Older PllKSs.
Thlh prcaa hn ClAkf pAtont pomAco holding fystom.
And n capacity OF i2b bbA IN TN hours have ahAft
ira pulleya betting elevator and all that makes com
pote aud perfect press VIII cell opap, 40 AN out OF
the buhinena. Address OF call on
III, J. MEYEI, II
AuG20 DIV Lake Wow, hiyorb Lake
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
&&S22g5
ASSOCIATED PRESS DISPATCHES
A 3abvTakea from Cinnamon.

SAN FRANCISCO, July 17.-Another white
girl baby has been found in possession OF
Chinese foster parents in 9 loa!hsome den in
Chinatown. The Mongolians having the
babe in charge said that the child was two
years old and had been named Chuen. 1t
cost them originally 800, 9nd asst wassick'
ly they had paid to physicians over three
times the purchase price. Tie babe was
given in charge of the Secretary ofthe Soci.
ETY. for the Prevention Of Cruelty 10 Child
rem. This makes twenty six white girls
taken from Chinese, to whom they have been
sold by inhuman parents or mercenery mid
wives, within the last year. The purpose of
their purchase is no secret among wealthy
merchants of The Chinese quarter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
Spec,al Civil Service Rule.

WASHINGTON, July 1.-the President
has made the following special civil service
rule Appointments to the $50 places in the
Pension Office provided TO be filled by the act
OF March 5, 1885 except 60 far as they may
be filed by promotion or transfers, must be
separately apportioned hy the appointing
powers in as near conformity TO the second
section Of the act of January 16tt, 1885, as
the need Of filling them promptly and the
residence and qualifications OF the applicants
will permit" The section above referred to
provides that appointments shall be appor-
toned among the states and territories and
the District of Columbia upon the basis of
population as ascertained at the last preced-
inc census
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
Supposed Murder and Suicide.

SAN Francisco, July 17.--Juan Lopez
found the dead body of his wife in field
near Davisville, Wednesdsy,with four bullet
holes in her head and one arm cut of at
the elbow. Several hours later Ramon
Martinez, an old time friend Of Lopez, was
found dead in the same field, with wound
in his temple. 1t is supposed that he killed
Mrs. Lopez, with whom he was infatuated,
and then committed suicide. The stump
of the woman's arm was eaten away TO the
bone by dogs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17

Nor ALL GOLD THAT GLITTE s-Tucsday
while poughing his field in Catoosa county, Ga,
farmer upturncd tin box rusty with age, and
opening it foul hist it was file. 10 the liz with
gittcring coins On examination it WAS found to
contain over 5000 in counterfeit geld coins dated
1857, 1916 and 1854. The coins consisted of
twenties, tens fves and quarter eagles, and were
excellent limitations. 1t is supposed they were
buried by gang Of counterfeiters, who are re-
ported to have buried many thousands Of dollars
of counter!ct money in that locality prior to the
war.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17

Riel, the rebel leader. who is now await
ing tria! at Regina, presents S decidedly I'm
poetic appearance, wilma @irty shirt, clothes
that have been turned lc .katby brown
by long wear. and beef mocyssins, with
holes through which peep his hare heels.
He wears irors. with heavy ;loa Hal at
tached 10 each foot, and these balls lie rar-
ries in his hands wien walking. Ssufl ~
along painfully in tenl po-ii.rr His
beard is long and uukenpt AMI lis hair
falls on bis shoulders in twisted iiDglcts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
Sale of Colts.

SAN Francisco, July 1.-The annual
sale of ycarlines from Theodore Winters
stable was held yesterday. Representative
horsemen from throughout The Pacific coast
and agents Of eastern turGmen were in at
tendance. Fifteen colts wpro sold aggre-
eating $4,000. The prices range! from
$3.50 70 s. 525.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17

BREAKING CAlP.-The Third Virginia
regiment will break camp at Ocean View
this evening, and the companies, except the
Dauville Grays, will return to this city on
the Norfolk steamer tomorrow morning
and take the early train on the Y. NJ. Ry.
for their homes The Grays will remain at
Ocean Wow till Sunday and then so to
Washington Owing to the early hour at
which the Norfolk boat reaches this city
and the Virginia Midland train leaves here,
the regiment will not be met by the A. l.. l.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
The Eg7ptian Loan.

LONDON, July 1.-THE STANDARD believes
that the government has received such as
surauces from tho European powers as will
enable il to raise the Egyptian loan imne-
diutely. Germany is DESTROYS that ore
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
RESIGNATION Accented.

WASHINGTON, July 1.-THE resignation
of Isaac A. Taylor, Indian agent at The Sac
AID Fox Agency, in the Indian Territory,
has been accepted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
STRENGTHENING Triyoli.

TRIpoL1, July 1.-THE Porte has decided
to strengthen the defcnces Of Tripoli. A
Turkish transport with 100 troops and a
number Of guns and lorredccs has already
arrived here, ard other transports with men
and war munitions are coming.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
DESTROYED by Light thing,

GENEsEo, H., July 1.-The large dairy
barn of Malcolm Hay, IN hnnowan township,
was struck by lightning yesterday and
burned, together with some valuable cows,
farm machinery, hay and grain. Loss
SIS 900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
Death of a Prominent Republican.

MIDDLETowN, \. Y, July l7-Edward
M. Madden, prominent member CT the
republican party in this State, died this
morning, in the GS:h year of his age.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
Declined.

UTICA, N. ", July lex Senator Fran
els Herman has declined the appointment o.
government director of the Union Pacific
railroad recently rendered him by the Pres
idcnt.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
General Grant.

MOUNT McGREGoR, N. Y, July IL
General Grant slept fully eight hours last
night, and is doing this morning. The
weather is bright and warm, and it is en-
pected that the patient may ride in hi;
bath chair to day. The subject Of employ
ment for the Generals mind is engaging
physicians. The enforced idlcness of the
past weel, is growing irksomo to General
Grant, and it is thought some means of in
teresting his thoughts may prove advisable
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
LOCAL BREyITIES.

LOCAL BREVITIES.
The Sunday School Of Trinity M. +.
Church vii! hold sociab!e on Monday
evening next.
The lawn party given in Grace Church
yard last night was most pleasant affair,
and was we'll attended.
Mr.. Edmund Burke, of this city, was ap-
pointed ole Of the executive committee
from this district by the Malone conven-
ton.
1t is reported on the street that Mr.. Thos.
Burroughs, the present very efficient and
accommodating assistant postmaster, will
be retained in the postollice.
a delegation of farmers Of Fairfax will
meet at the court house OF that county on
Monday next, to appoint delegates to the
State Farmers Convention, which meets in
Richmond in August next.
For the information Of those concerned it
IS stated that the recent assessment does
not affect the city taxation, its operations
being entirely confined to the State tax,
which is bat 10 cents on the 800.
The Fredericksburg Normal School was
opeEei yesterday morning with about $50
teachers. Addresses of welcome were de-
livrred at S o'clock last night by Judge
John I. Goodrich and Rev. DR.. Dunaway.
Teachers are arriving by every train and
private conyeyances, and it is expected
there will 10 at least $50 present by Satur
day.
Mr.. Q. F. Baegett will have some fine
.aeais' OF all varieties for sale at his stand
in the market tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
TIE Cholera

MADRID, july lin Spain yesterda.
there were ,629 new cases of cholera an,
672 deaths.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
Business Failures.

NEW YORK, July 1.-THE business fail.
ures during the past seven days throughout
the country number 200.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-07-17
Amendment.

WASHINGTON, July 1.-THE President
to-day appointed Gilbert Il. Barger, CT ONO
to be Pension agent at Columbus, Ohio.