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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17
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LOCAL NEWS.

Ear the Middle Atlantic States continued
..aI and fair weather. variable winds pre-
..Jad to-day by northerly winds on the
e eoast Slightly warmer, fair weather IS II
,:a,,eI for tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

Try Ayers Pills, and be cured. Misery is
milo; word to describe the mischief to body
an;l mind caused by habitual constipation.
The regular use Of Ayers Cathartic Pills, in
mild doses, will restore the torpid viscera to
healthy action.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

POLICE REPoRT.-Last night was clear
and cool with three prisoners and three
dodgers at the station house.
The Mayor this morning disposed of the
following cases:
Ayoung man, arrested By officer Henry, for dis.
orderly cos duct, was dismissed.
The case of a Ie3ident of the Third ward and
her daughter, charged with abusing female
neipLbor, was dismissed. :
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

Blood food" is the suggestive name often
given TO Ayers Sarsaparila, because of its
lood-srriching qualities.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

THE GRANGE FAIR.-The third day of
Grange Exhibition at Falls Church yester-
day drew crowd very much larger than at
any former day since the opening
Of the exhibition, and it is estimated
that there were about five thousand
people on the grounds. All the buildings
have been completed, and there are large
exhibits of agricultural machinery, and Of
agricultural products, and Of the handlTork
ot the ladies. Company A of st. Johns
Cadet Battalion of this city, gave dress
parade and drill, and were much compli-
mented.
About II o'clock throng gathered ut the
Amphitheatrc, Mr.. John II. Stride called
The asselnciuge to order, and after music
Hon. Mortimer Whitehead, of New Jersey
IN an address, described the Grange organi-
2ation as one af he most useful Of the Var-
I'll; associations of cooperative Interests
after the address the assemb!age was dis
II ;sseh until the afternoon, when the charge
to the knights was delivered and the follow
ing knights ranged themselves for the exer-
rses of tie tournament; B. D. Otterback,
!. ". Swernv, f. II. Goodin, Leo Smith,
Luther Patty, E. S. Wells, B. Ii. Mailer, +.
O,terheck, Charles Taylor, George Watkins,
Horace Bailey; Geo. Stewart Tim Sugerew
J. NJ. Rowland.
The tournament continued from O'Clock
until late in the evening, aud even then the
contests were not decided, there being sew
eral ties, which will be decided on Saturday.
Among those in attendance there today
we're Hon. n. J. Colmau, U. S. Commis-
sioner of Agriculture; Hon Randolph HarFi
son, Commissioner OF Agriculture of Virgil
il and Man or J. u Slnoot of this city.
To-day Commissioners of Agriculture Col
man, Hon Randolph Harrison, Hon. l.. II.
Rhone, and Col. R. H. Thomas made
speeches.
lu addition to the trains now returning
rom the grounds. there will ue one leaving
there ct p. IN. and arriving q! Alexandra
y, 1:3O.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

Headaches and biliousness are promptly
cured by the use Of Ayers Cathartic, sugar.
coated Pills.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

rgr LoUpoUN FAIR.-The fair OF the
,o,Joun county live stock association, is in
aonv respects an attractive exhibition.
Ti"a is a very fine display of live stock
anS the ladies' handiwork is superior
a. ouaIity. In the stock department
y. were awarded for sheep,
r. G. 4. SnoufIer, Se!!r1an & Fadeley.,
II n ROGERS. \. II. Chichester, Lovelock y
~ II, d. Arnold and +. n. FAIR; for
ov;ck drsugilt harses, 70 II. {. Sellnan, L.
Welch. Hirst a. Smith. G.. ". Ferguson,
y Alexa,aicr, j F. Furr, d.. G. 5. Ca:-
tsr and G. T.. Norman; for ;hcroughbrtda,
smith \. Carter. Henry A. Harrison, w. Il.
s,1co,,. F. b. Welch, II. 2. Beans, G. ".
FERGUSON. J. b Beverly sind G. +. Norman;
for heavy drausht horses, HiTst u Smith,
T. Z Paxton, Benjsmin Whitaker, Har
risou Osburn, d. Fl Titus, c. f. Norman,
G A. r. Suoutier, William Piggott,
Iobn r. Thompson; for general utility
horses, w. +. Sil!cott and M. D. Arnold;
cattle James w Thomas; for Shorthorns,
e \, Snouffsr, j. B Beverly aa'l +. A. Z.
,nnn,l.r for Jerseys. si:!iinan q Fdfltley,
l. ". :. Hough and 4. w. Bradf!rli; 10"
uoi-tein:. J L Beuchier, J. W. Logan; Cor
Guerns.ys, c. Il. Paxton.
The ,as;n attraction was the RACES The
t-.tw.s tor Eors e. raised in The coanty. There
we're cor: entries, nul The race Was won by
V,,,i.. There were nine entries for the
second running race, but soue Of the owners
..flsnf - start their horses, and tho race
,yas srii;. The first section was Won by
Shamrock, owned by William Garht. The
second section was captured by f. g. Man.
ning's b. e. Essex, who won easily. The
third running race was won after close
finish By Modoc The fourth race. 4 mile
irottiag race, was very exciting. The race
Was begun with three entries. The first
heat was wen by John New, with George
second. Pansy took the second heat, and
George, who was running second, dropped
dead near the close of the race, John New
citing second place. John New won the
,hnd heat and race. George. the horse
which died was owned by Mr.. F. n. Draney,
.: Washington, and was considered very
last colt. He had won a number OF races,
she last being at Rockville. The fifth and
ia,t race, over six HURDLES, was won easily
by shamrock There will. be some good
racing today, when the fair closes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

BASE BALL.-To.morrow the East Wash.
inaton Clab will visit this city again and
play another game with the Alexandrias.
This is good club, they having played the
prettiest game in this city this season.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

THE NV FLOUR INsPEoToR.-Mr. ). ;.
Wimsatt, who has just been appointed by
G.yernor Cameron Flour Inspector Tor this
ciy. vice Mr.. L. Brown, removed tor no
ot!,,r reason than that he wont do the bid
dirg of the Mahoueites, is not happy now
that he has the appointment. Not knowing
the difference between super and patent
process grades of flour, be is now endeavor'
ing to secure an assistant who does, with
whom he offers to divide the proceeds. II
is understood that he has asked Mr.. John
Taylor, who was removed by Gov. Cameron
when be appointed Mr.. Brown, to become
his assistant, and for the benefit of the Alex
andria merchants it is to be hoped he may
accept. Why Governor Cameron should
thus try to irjure the merchants of this city
is only accounted for by his hatred of our
people generally. He, however, by this
appointment brings additional ridicule
on his party.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

THE CRIMSON SUNSETS. wonderful
sunsets which last year scientists endeaVcr-
ed to explain by The presence in the air Of
volcanic dust, by electrical disturbances and
by other theories arc recurring. At six
o'clock yesterday evening the western sky
was aglow with golden colo!ed light, sur
rounded by green, purple and violet hues
By twenty minutes past seven the brighter
colors had faded away and there remained
in the western sky beautiful and peculiar
pink flush, which, near the horizon, by
reason of the evening mists, became deep
crimson. The phenomenon was witnessed
and admired by many.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

Ayers Sarsaparila is highly contentrat'
ed, ard the most economical blood purifier
that can he used.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

PERSONAL. Judge Charles f. Stuart re-
turned last night from Berryvillc, where he
has been in attendance at the bedside of his
little child, which, however, was much bet
ter when he left.
Mr.. A. N. Hurdle, Of this city, who has
been surveying in Costa Rico for some time
past, returned home yesterday evening.
Miss Mollie Sneed, of Gordonsvil!e, is
visiting Mrs. Oliver Pullman, near thi; city.
General +. L. T. Beale, of Westmoreland
county. was among the guests at the Ton
tine last night.
Messrs. George Bossart and John Aben-
shine have gone to Lsesburg to attend the
fair
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

DROppED BETWEEN Burke & Herbert's
bank, S. 81. Lunt's drug store and AIr. T. l..
Smiths office, SIXTY DOLLARS in bills. suit.
IT Limits store sep16.3t@
THERE WILL be- a meeting held FRIDAY,
L September 1a, at rs o'clock, for the purpose
of organizing tae MOUNT VERNON CO.OPERA-
TIVE BUILDING ASSOCIATION No.2.
sep16 est l.. E. UHLER Secretary.
w sa,saparilla, Diamond Dyes of all colors,
Diamond Gold Silver and Bronze Paint just re-
csivea [ie25l E. S: LEADBEATER & BIO:
OUNFLoWER SEED AND PARSLEY SEED
y received and for sale by
les E. s. LEADBEATER BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

BLIND Tom attracted large audience at
the Opera House last night, where he gave
one OF bis wonderful musical performances.
His playing, as usual, was very fine, his
Battle of Manassas being particularly SO,
and was heartily applauded. Perhaps his
most remarkable feat was playing two
tunes, one with each hand, and singing a
song, all at one time, while his prompt an
swers to the names of the various keys Of
the instrument, struck at once, and which
made up sound, were astonishing. His
imitation of various instruments and sounds
and his phonetic spelling were very amusing.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

IUST RECEIVED ENGLISH PRINTED DIN.
y ncr Sets $50 pieces, $500 set, less than
it cost to import them.
AUS Ell MILLER & CO., 65 King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

HOMEOPATHIC SPECIFICS, prepared by the
u Humphreys Medicine Co., of New York. a
full supply just received.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

CSCREES WIRE Of assorted widths at 8S King,
~ corpcr Of Royal, on hand and for sale at a low
price Can ard sec.
,av23 !. T. CREIGHTON & SON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

IL YOU want something nice, ask the bar tend
| or for q cocl glass of INTERNATIONAL GIN
GER ALE. 1t is the best.
les J. BRODERS {. CO. Agents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

r AIDES CUEF.BUTTONS IN STERLING
IL silver, Gold and fiate, at
HENRY WILDTS,
ic3 10 n. Royal street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

FOE EXCURSIONS-Cho Chow Mixed Pickles
IL and Cucumber Pickles. only 15c bottle.
jr15 GEO. McBURNE4 g SUN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

z AIDES ENGLISH GAUZE VESTS, SLEEVE
/ 4 less. Good value FOR 75c, reduced to oOc.
ie11 At CHAPMaN'S, 92 King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

CtHOIGE SUGAR CURED BREAKFAST Pieces,
" Hams aud Shoulders, for sale low by
sep1O &c. MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

BEAUTIFUL QUALITY OF HALF BLEACH.
- ED Table L;neu G4-inches wide, 5Oc., at
oct31 AMOS B. SLAYMAKERS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

NRACNED CORN, sifted and unsifted, manu-
" featured by C. S. TAYLOR, Jr. Delivered TO
any mart Of the city. SEPT
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

EWJsssI FAD, PAINTS AND OILS of all
il kinds At WI CREIGHTON y CO.,
mbo7 10 & 81 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

DASKETS.-2O NESTS CORD BASKETS JUST
- received for sale low by
my29 j. q. MlLbURN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1885-09-17

1.-TWO SECOND HAND SINGER MACHINES,
i So snd $40 IL good order, enc cabinet:
sep9 By AMOS b SLA 1MAkEh.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02
Imprisonment for Debt in Mexico.

Imprisonment FOR DeDt IN MeAlcOs
When an American settles in Mexi-
co he should be prepared to pay cash
for everything, and ifhe knows what
is good for him he will take a receipt
ed bill when he pays out money If
he omits these precautions he may
wake up some fine morning in debt.
In Mexico, to be in debt is the worst
thing that can happen to a man. IN
der the Mexican law the creditor can
have the debtor arrested on the day
when the debt falls due. The prisoner
in such cases is chained to a post
guarded by an officer.
At the end of the time, if the mon
ey is not forthcoming, the mans labor
is sold to the government for 40 cents
a day for as many days as will be nee
essary to discharge the obligation.
The miserable debtor is sent to the
silver mines, where he is chained to
gang of felons and compelled to labor
underground. He sleeps underground
and never sees daylight again until he
is restored to freedom. Not only de
ignorant Mexicans fall victims to this
cruel system of slavery, but foreigners
residing in the country occasionally
get caught in tight place, and theii
creditors send them to the minei
where the majority of them die. At
| Zanta Constitution.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02
The Invention of Ink.

When ink was introduced does not
seem to have been decided, but given
the paper and the pen, a colored me
dunn which would show on a light
surface was so obvious a want, and
one so readily found, that there is
no extraordinary credit due to the un-
known inventor. 1t appears to be only
of comparatively late years that black
ink has been almost universal Roman
ink was red, purple and gold, and inks
Of blue, green, violet and other shades
was not uncommon. 1t is said that
simple as is the combination of ink,
eve possess none equal in beauty to
that used by the ancients; the Saxon
manuscripts written in England ex-
coed in color anything of the kind"
Modern ink-makers will deny the SUI
periority of the ancients; but who
shall say whether words written in the
ink manufactured to-day will stand as
wildly centuries hence as those Saxon
manuscripts have stood? It is diff
cult to see how the writing materials
of the present day can be improved
upon, for convenience at least. setting
aside questions of lasting inks, which
the generation that uses them cannot
settle. Paper, rough and smooth, hu-
ent inks of any color that the writer
may believe suitable to his eyes, pens
as fine as a needle or as blunt as a
spade, are all to be bought on every
street. The great lack of the age
seems to be ideas at once more novel
and sensible in the record of which
these serviceable materials may be
employed.-LondOn STANDARD.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02

ga love for the animal kingdom is
common to everybody" said Sunday
school talker. 'Some people love birds,
others like dogs, horses, goats, ETC., and
it is quite proper that they should do
so. suppose every little boy and girl
here loves some dumb creature better
than all others. Don't you my little
friendsP"
All hands went up.
"That's right, and 1 am glad to see
it. 1t shows that you have hearts full
of love for the poor creatures who
have not been blessed with reason and
other precious gifts like yourselves.
Now, to illustrate a point, l am going
to ask some little boy to tell me what
his favorite is among the domestic ami
mails. All, thanks. This little boy
shall answer. What do you like best,
my little man. Speak up loud, 50 that
all may hear you"
Boy Gin tones that made the win
dows rattle and put the audience in an
uproar)-"Roast Chickenl'- Chicago
Ledger.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02
Forcing the Voice.

During the summer Of 1884 young
man. splendidly built, called on me
having previously demanded an up
pointment explaining that he had my
advice to ask in matter of paramount
Importance to him. He asked what
he should do under the following cir
cumstances: He was the happy pos
SCISSOR of a very sweet tenor voice. OF
which he gave an instant proof. He
was recommended to 60 to a certain
Italian singing-master for the purpose
Of developing the strength Of his voice.
This gentleman recommended him to
take hold of the back Of chair with
both his hands, and then, pressing on
it as hard as he could, to shout with
all his might. Did think that was
the right way to go to work. Ire
piled Iseft If his object was to break
his vof.. he would undoubtedly reach
that object by so doing, otherwise j
could not imagine any good it could
do Such murderous Ignorance l really
think ought to be brought before the
court. because either intentionally or
Internationally that young man would
have been deprived of what he had to
make a living from. He is now en-
gagged and sings at theater Of not too
big proportions in the sweetest way
possible, and would certainly not have
a tone left in his throat had he fol-
lowed the advice above indicated. And
perhaps l may be allowed at this op-
portunity to tender the advice OF my
long experience to those who begin
singing. Before all, let a competent
master tell them what sort of voice
they have got. To treat a mezzo
soprano as a contralto can be as hurt
full to it as to treat it like high so
prano. The tessitura-that is thu
principal position in which the voice
moves-is of decisive Importance To-
the singer, and it is a well known fac
that keeping the voice in exercises o
proper limits will extend the faculty o
singing lower or higher notes, whicl
can only be gained by well-calculate'
study.-TempJe Bar
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02
The Sights Of Moscow.

A correspondent of the San Francis
co Chronicle says in letter from
Russia: The principal sights of Mos
cow are the buildings in the Kremlin,
including the ancient palace of the
Bovars. the collection in the treasury,
the big bell, and the spot where Napo-
leon stood during the burning of the
city. In the treasury are numerous
articles captured from NapoleOn's ar
my. among them numerous flags
some with French revolutionary mot
toes on them,-the emperOr's sword,
writing desk, and other souvenirs.
Proudly looking down upon them all
is a heroic marble statue of the great
Frenchman, the placing of which in
such place was a handsome comph-
ment paid by the Russians to their re-
doubtable foe. A state carriage pre-
sented by Queen Elizabeth of England
to the car, the charter of Poland in
black velvet covered box, the pointed
stick with which Ivan the Terrible
killed his son, and other curiosities are
in this collection. The big bell stands
on the ground outside, with a great
piece broken out of it, leaving hole
large enough for a man to squeeze
through. The spot where Napoleon
stood is on the roof, The Founding
hospital is another of the sights. Here
are fifteen hundred infants from birth
to 6 weeks old. In the registry there
is an entry of an infant signed by Ma
poleon as liking of Moscow" The la
DIV matron rather insinuated that Ma
poleon had more than an official inter
est in this entry. The Alexandrine
theater and the palace of Prince Dol
goroki, where 1 had the honor of sup
ping, where other sights of this halt
European, half Asiatic city. Much of
nv time, however, was spent in the
environs, where had several friends,
who We'd with each other in making
the time pass pleasantly. I visited
several large farms where agriculture
is persued in the most improved style
and with the aid Of modern machin-
cry. An extensive and well-managed
agricultural college stand near thu
city, where numerous students are
annually matriculated. Among the
exhibits were several American ma
chimes including the harvester and the
California gang Ow. Altogether,
was greatly pleased with Moscow, an'
shall leave it with great regret.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02

Nonsense" said Chauncos, al
though his bronze face colOred Don't
be foolish"
81 think you win like Mabsl
Wright" said Cia-lce. She has been
to Mount Desert. spending the sum
mer, and is stopping over with me q
few days before returning home"
"Indeedr said Chauncey, and Just
then the door-bell rang.
There she is now, the dear girl
cried Clarice. bounding into the hall.
"She insisted on going out to make a
few purchases, and wouldn't wait for
the carriage"
Chauncey was turning over the
leaves of a portfolio when the two
girls entered the room, and when he
looked up, low cry escaped him.
"This is my friend, Miss Mable
Wright" began Clarice, but Chaun-
cey stepped quietly forward, and Ma
bel gave him her hand.
1--WE have met before" he said, and
then he related the story of their doub-
lie chance meeting.
Well cards are out for the wedding
and Chauncey will always treasure
the silk Chicago Ledger.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02


It is estimated that every year about
80. OOO,OOO,OOO letters are posted in the
world. America leads, with about q
5OOOOOOOO, and England follows with
7OO,OOOOOO, Japan, which established
a postal service only ten years ago,
now mails annually 95.OOO,OOO letters.
Postage stamps are Of far more re-
cent origin than many people imagine.
Great Britain was the first country to
issue them, and in 1910 a prepaid en-
velope made its appearance, designed
by w. Mulready. Prepaid letter sheets
were issued about the same time, there
being two denominations, one penny
and two penny. Before that time pos
tage was prepaid at the postoftice' OF
what was even more common, collect
ed upon delivery. Now almost every
country in the civilized world has
adopted this method Of preparing pos
tage. Strange as it may appear, Bra
ill in l843, was the FIRST nation to FOL
low Great Britain's example. It was
not until 1847 that the United States
began to use postage stamps, but sew
eral years prior to that time the post
masters at New York, st. Louis, Bal
timore, New Haven, Providence and
Brattleboro had issued stamps for
their own convenience Cincinnati
Erlonfrer.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02

The Kindly Sleep.
Hash The homeless baby's crying,
Tender Sleep
Every folded violet
May the outer storm forget
These wet lids with kisses drying,
Through them creep
sooiho tho soul that lies thought-weaTy,
Murmurous Sleep
Like hidden brookle's song,
Ripping gorgeous woods among,
linking down the mountains dreaIy,
White and steep.
Der tho aged pour thy blessing
Holy Sleep
b. Like a soft and ripening rain,
Falling on the yellow graini
For tho glare of suns expressing,
Plying weep
On thy still seas met together,
Charmed sleep
Hear them swell drowsy hymning,
Swans to silvery music swimming,
Floating with unruffed feather
O'erahe deep.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02
The Grnre of Grant.

When Mr.. Walter, proprietor of the
London Times, was in New York a
few years ago, he was taken through
Riverside Park by friend. On reach
ing the spot where Gen. Grant rests,
the distinguished editor turned to his
host and said: II thank you for show
ing me this spot. Ibave travelled over
the world in many lands. but have
never before seen such a beautiful
drive as this. "-Neso York Herald.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02
The Deptb on Il,

GLOW deep is that hole2 asked an
anxious inquirer Of a laDorer digging
a well.
Don't know; never measured it.,
was the undergraduates style Of
reply.
..How far would I 60 if / should fall
in p was the next question.
"To the bottom, l reckon, If you're
heavy enough to sink" and the quea-
tioner didn't pursue his investigations
Merchant Traveller.
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02
HAN nn Mns Saved.

"Snifkin failedl Well I
had a narrow escape yesterday He
tried to borrow ten dollars from me.
Posonby-"You didn't lend it to
him?"
mo, indeed. suspected there was
something wrong, and-and-"
"Well2"
"The fact is I didn't have the ten dol
lars. Philadelphia Cali
Milford chronicle., 1885-10-02

PROV, and tomorrow.

Tomorrow, and tomorrow
o fair and far away,
What treasures lie, when hoPo is high
Along your shining way
What promises fulfilled,
What better deeds to do
Than ever yet, are softly
Beneath your skies OF blue.
Tomorrow, and tomorrow,
o sweet and far away,
Still ever more lead on before
Along your shining way.
Still ever moro lit up our eyes
Above what we have won,
To higher needs, and finer deeds
That we have left undone.
Nora Perry.