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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03

A VALUABLE POSTAGE STAMP.-About
two years ago the New York Vorld chroni-
cled the finding of used specimen of the
famous Brattleboro postage stamp by MIR.
Henry Collin, one of the most eager and en-
terprising of the stamp collectors of this
country, and We then ventured the prediction
that in many a northeastern cow-skin trunk
slowed away in lumber rooms and garrets,
there were priceless philatelic treasures ly-
ing unknown and neglected. The discovery
of this stamp, for which a foreign collector
paid $475, gave MIR. Collin the philatelic
i'blue ribbon" and also stimulated rssearch
among bundles of old letters that large
number of rare Confederate and local stamps
ranging in value from $25 to 1925 were
brought TO light.
Now treasure quite as important to the
philatelic world has been nnearthed by Mr..
Collin, this time IN Virginia. 1t is an en-
yelope postmarked baltimore" in the up
per right hand corner of which there is q
cancelled postage stamp very different from
our modern notions of what stamp should
be- 1t is slip of white paper two inches
long and quarter of an inch broad, bear
ing the following inscription "James NJ.
Buchanan, 5 cents"
1t is one of the very earliest ofthe "Amer-
lean locals" One specimen in the splendid
collection Of J. W. Scott, of Brooklyn, is the
only one that has hitherto been known.
Mr. Scott's specimen had been torn from
the envelope before it came into his posses
sion and every effort to recover the enve-
ope was fruitess, so that this Original let
ter-bsck," like the Brattleboro specimen. ls
unique.
This stamp will be sent England il few
days, but while it remains in this country it
will be on exhibition at 721 Broadway.
There are about $50 900 collectors in the
United States to 250,000 in all the rest of
the world but very few Of those in this
country are wealthy and many are young.
On the other side of the ocean philately is a
fad" of the rich, who can afford to pay
high prices, and this old envelope is valued
at S4OO and as much more as a collector
will pay. 1t will be the gem of any collec-
ton in which it may be placed, and there
are collections on the Continent valued at
$l0O.O0O.-N Y. World.
The stamp referred to above was one OF
pair in the collection of Mr.. Thomas
Semmes, of this city, who during the past
five years has been indefatigable in hunting
up these old relics, and some of the rarest of
the old U. S. and Confederate States, have
passed through his hands to figure in the
collection Of the rich pbilatelists of the
North and Europe. The specimen of this
rare local in Mr.. Semmes, collection is finer
than the one he sold to Mr.. Collin, and
comes up to all the requirements of the most
fastidious collector. 1t is valued at 5000,
and doubtless will bring that amount if
offered for sale.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03

KILLED BY A WoMAN-Romney, w. Va,
citizens are disturbed by murder in their
town, which occurred Sunday morning.
Miss Ann On'aer, q young woman eighteen
years old, shot and instantly killed Benja-
min Brooks, aged forty three years. Brooks
was supposed to be her husband by num-
Der of persons in that neighborhood, al
though at the time of the shooting, Miss
Offner resided with her father on farm
short distance from Romney. Some time
last year Brooks, accompanied by Miss Off
ner, went to Cumberland Md, where q
mock marriage was performed. They re-
turned to Hampshire county, and took up
their residence on the banks of the Little
Capon river, living as man and wife. This
state of affairs leaked out, and presentments
were made and indictments found against
them for illicit cohabitation. Pending the
action of the grand jury, the woman return
ed to the home OF her parents. Her story
is in substance as follows: Sunday morn
ing, when out on horseback after the cows,
Brooks, met her and endeavored to induce
her to dismount, which she refused to do.
Then Brooks, putting his hand behind him,
said, "If you don't, I'll kill you" She had
a pistol, and Immediately drew it and shot
him, then she galloped of. person who
was near heard the shot, and saw her ride
away. He investigated, and was horrifed
to find the corpse of Brooks. He at once
gave the alarm, and the body was removed.
At the inquest evidence was adduced which
conflicts with the statement of the girl. 1t
goes to show that she did dismount, and had
acceded to the wishes Of her paramour.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03
ENRuSrEE'S sALE.

TRUSTEES eALE.
By virtue of y deed of trust, dated the Goth day
of June. 1871, and of record in Deed Book No /,
folio All of tho land records of the city of Alex.
andria, cxccutcd by Charles II. Collins and Cath
ar.nc NJ, his wife, to Philip Rotchford. now de-
ceased, tho undersigned. who by an order of the
Corporation Court OF the city of Alexandria. en-
tered OIL the 18th day OF January 1880, was sub
stitutcd trustee in the said deed in the place and
stead Of t c said Philip Rotchford, will sell at
public auction in front of the Corporation Court
house, on Fairfax street, at ID o'clock m, OIL SAT-.
URDAY, the 14th day of August, 1886, TENE.
NJ Mt and LOT OF GROUND on the west side
of Pitt street between Duke aud Wolfe streets
and bounded as follows. Wis: Beginning on Pitt,
15G feet, inches north of Wolfe street. and run.
ulng thence south on Pitt street 20 feet; thence
west, parallel to Wolfe street. 100 feet; thence
north parallel to Pitt street, 20 feet, and thence
east to the beginning
Terms of sale: Cash.
JAMES 3. CATION, Substituted Trustee.
iy16 ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03

DAINTS of all kinds and of tho best quality at
L lowest market prices The TINTED GLOSS
PAINT, in one gallon cans, has acquired high
reputation; also the READY MIXED PAINTS,
in one aud two pound cans. We will be pleased
to furnish sample cards ALABASTINE, white
and assorted shades, in powder for washing in
side walls. is very much liked by all who have
used it. Fer sale by
mvoS ES LE4DREATER & BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03
AUCTION SALES.

SALE.-By virtue of decree Of the Corpora.
~ tion Court Of the oity of AleXandria, Iendor-
rl al the June term 1856, in tho chancery cause
OF OIlrcn aud wife vs.. O'Brien and others, tho
undersigned will, OF SATURDAY. the l4th dsy
OF August. 1886. at . o'clock m in front of the
Corporation Court House, on Fairfax street, sell
at public anction y TWO-STORY FRAME g.
DWELLING ai,d LO. OF GROUND, on tho E:i
east side OF Fayette street, between King and
Cameron streets, beginning on Fsyette street at
the centre of the square between King aud Cam
croa streets: then south On Fayetto street 2a
feet, and l2:S feet 5 inches in depth.
Terms Of Sale One third cash on the day of
sale, and the residue i'll two equal instalments ut
six and twelve months from the day Of sale; tho
bonds of the purchaser, with approved personal
security, 10 he taken for deferred instalments,
and said bonds TO bear interest at 6 per cent.
from day of asle till paid and tho title to bo re-
ta!ncd unit! payment of purchase money in full.
JAMES K. CATION,
Special Commissioner
Bond in the penalty of 81, ,OOO with approved
security, has been given by the above.nsmed
commissioner, according to law and tho require
mentS of tho decree of sale. Testel
Il. W. ARMSTRONG, Deputy Clerk
iy1G t. of tho Corp. Court city of Alexa.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03
EDUCATIONAL.
Roanoke College,

Classical and Scientific Courses for degrees
Also Business and Preparatory Courses Special
attention to English. French and German spoken
Library 10000 volumes. Best moral md religious
influences.
Expenses for nine months S149. $176 or $oO4
(including tuition. hoard, &c.. Increasing pat.
ronage from Is states, Indian Territory, and
Mexico. TH:RTY-FoURTH SESSION BEGINS SEPT.
18TH.
For catalogue with view of grounds, buildings,
and Mountains) address
JULIUS D. DREHER. President
jy9 eo1m&tw2w Salem. Virginia.
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TRAVELLING WRAPS.
SUMNER RESORTS.
BAY RIDGE, rsIHHR 11,5H SSSFh p FhH


This popular summer resort will nc open to the
public on and after June 21st, 1856. Splendid
surf bathing. Finest fishing on the coss!. Ele-
CANT accommodation. The Marine Band Largest
and best in the country plays every day and
evening Restaurant pavilion, seating 1000 peo-
pic, open all the time. Gravity railroad ] 900 it.
long Sail boats on bay, lake and river, large and
small row and fishing boats to hire for nominal
psicc, always ready. Over five miles OF water
'front.' Hotel and all buildings fifty feet above
high water Opera house open afternoon and
evening. Electric lights all over the grounds.
Flying horses riding horses, pony and goat car.
riagcs swings, bowling alley, rife gallery, and
thousands Of arlusements for the children. High.
ST observatory the State, largest collection of
uiuls!s in the South. covered pier 900 feet out
IL. the bay. Special excursion rates for churches,
sunday schools and societies, either By rail or on
.hr new and elegant steamer Bay Ridge" For
.:a!cs and charter apply Immediately to the
EAY RIDGE CO, 1873 West Baltimore St,
mv21 :;m Baltimore. or Annapolis. Md.
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WASHINGTON ADVTS.
&as<A3
2a5@.Am
Seasonable Goods

REMARKABLE LOW PRICES FOR MEN, LA
DIES AND CHILDREN.
C;auzc Knit and Flannel Underwear.
fight Weight I.sle Thread and Cotton Hosiery,
in Plain and Fancy Coors.
iadic.' Canbric and Fine Cotton Underwear.
fadics' Plain and Handsomely Trimmed White
I.awnpSuits.
<'hildrer's White Lawn, Gingham and Cambria
Suits.
ladies White India Lawn, Percalo, Batiste and
Summer Flannel Wrappers
Ladies and Misses Lightweight Cloth ana
Mohair.
TRAVELLING WRAPS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03

VIRGINIA FAIRs.-The following is par
tial list of the fairs to be held in this State
during the approaching fall
Bristol, September 14.l7.
Abingdon, September 90, 80 and octo'
ber l.
Fincastle, September $3.50, and October !.
Lynchburg, October Ills.
Lexington, October 6'S.
Roanoke, October SIS.
Wytheville, October 6-S.
Leesburg, September 14.16.
Scottsville, October 6S.
Anderson, September $3.50, and October l.
Richmond, October 2022.
Piedmont Agricultural Fair, Culpeper,
September 10.
James River Valley Fair, scottsville, Octo.
ber S.
Baldwin District Fair, Staunton, October
12-15.
CCOTCH HERRING Just received by
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03
By John w. Graham, Auctioneer.
nNRUSTEE'S SALE
LAND IN FAIRFAX COUNTY.

LAND IN FAIRFAX COUNTY.
BY virtue of a deed of trust from ]. F. Shrovc
and wife, dated March 31st 1855, and duly re-
corded in Fairfax County Court in liber E. No. 5,
folio 80, and being thereto required by the party
secured thereby, the undersigned, trustee in said
deed, will oiler for salo at public auction. the
premises, ut thrco o'clock p. NJ, on MONDAY,
the 10Th day of August, 1886, the TRACT OF
LAND conveyed to him by said deed and de-
scribcd follows: "A tract of land situate, lying
and being in the county Of Fairfax, and State
aforesaid near Falls Church, and containing about
twenty-threc acres. more or less, bounded on the
north by Henry Turner's land, on the west by the
land of Truman Brush on the cast by the land of
Martha A. Donaldson, and on the south by the
lond of the Misses Ball, and being the same land
assigned to the said J. F. Shrcve in the partition
of the real estate of his father, the late Benjamin
F. Shreve"
Terms of Sale Cash as to a sufficient sum to
defray the expense of executing this trust and to
pay tho sum of 81 $780, with interest thereon
from March 31st, 1885, until paid; and if there
bo any residue of said purchase money the same
to bo made payable at such time and secured in
such manner as the said j. F. Shrevo. his execu-
tors, administrators assigns shall prescribe and
direct; or in case of his or their failure to give
such direction, at such time and in such manner
as the undersigned shall think fit.
jy12 BOT RA vEITCH. Trustee.
A s ADMINISTRATOR OF CHAS. ]. HOUGH,
n offer at private sale until SATURDAY,
August 7th, 1885, the CONTENTS OF THE
PRINTING OFFICE of tho said C. ]. Hough in
the building N. E. corner of Lee and Prince sts..
Alexandris, Va; and if not sold by then, will
sell the same at public auction said day, COM
ncncing at 10 o'clock a. M, on the said premises
There is in said Office one Liberty Press No. g.
two Baltimore Jobbers, Nos s and g. Typo fonts
Rules and all other appliances usually found in
frst-cass job printing Office.
Terms of Sale: Cash.
VIM. II. SMITH, Sergeant,
Administrator Of C. J. Hough decd.
All persons having claims against the estate of
c. j. Hough are hereby notified to present them
to me, duly authenticated, within 80 days.
w. 81. SMITH, Sergeant,
jyT I'd Administrator Of C. J. Hough, decd.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03
nRKNEY SPEINGS,
" Shenandoah county, Va.
T!IE LARGEST AND MOST FASHIONABLE
SUMNER RESORT IN THE MOUNT

AIMS OF VIRGINIA.
This resort has been thoroughly overhauled,
painted repaired and papercd throughout; new
closets and the best sanitary plumbing; new
porches have been erected; newly furnished
throughout, and new hair mattresses have been
placed in all the rooms, with woven wire springs,
making this the best and most complete resort to
hn found i'll the South. Greatest variety of medic
imal waters at any summer resort i'll the United
States beautiful scenery, magnificent roads
table uuexcclcd; hot, cold, shower and plunge
baths good fishing and game in the immediate
vicinity. First-class livery. Charges moderate.
Telegraph aud express office in the building.
This is the nearest watering place to Alcxan-
dria Trains daily. Music will be furnished by
Prof Williams Brass and String Band, of AL,
information, cuts of tho four principal hotels,
analysis o: the water, attractions, terms testimo-
mails, &c may bo had free at j. D. H. LUNTs
drug store. For further information address II.
CABELL MADDUX Proprietor. r. G. BURKE,
Chief Clerk. DR.. G. w. CHANCELLOR, Resident
Physician. myS 3m
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ALEXANDRIA, VA, TUESDAY EVENING AUGUST g. 1885,
AleSaulria 0azette.
PUBLISHED DAILY AND TRIWEEKLY BY
EDGAR WIDEN,

at the Gazette Building, Nos. 10 and IL Prince st.
DAILY. 7RLWEEKLY.
Sir nlonths........... 3 90 Sig months...... 2 90
One month. ...... so Three aonths....... l 90
AL communications should be addressed to Gasette"
Alexandria, Va.
Contract advertisers tr not be aloued to exceed their
space 4ess the paid for at transient rates,
and under no circumstances ciU they be allo,ued to
advertise other than their legitimate business in the
space contracted for.
All transient advertisements must be paid for in ad.
rance.
Resolutions IN mernoram othaks, tributes Of respect
resolutions adopted by societies persons, unless OF
public concern, 'cH only be printed in this paper
advertisements.
Marriage and death notices must be paid for an ad
rdnce.
Persons learing the city hare the Gazette mailed
to them, postpaid, for fifty cents month. and the
address changed as often as desired
The Gazette Office is connected Nth the Telephone EI.
change Advertisements orders for the paper, neus
or any information or business can be sent by tele
phone.
Entered at the Postogee at Alexandria, Virginia, as
asconI-claSS matter.
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EoR SALE AT 80 KING, coz. ROYAL ST

Iron and Steel Cultivator Teeth of assorted
sizes, Plow and Wagon Traces, Stage Traces,
Shovels, Hoes, Rakes, Picks, Mattocks Forks,
Steel Plow Plates, Plow Bolts and other goods
suited to tho season, at low prices, wholesale and
retail.
ap1 j. L. CRElGHTON & SON.
rUTICURA PLASTERS-New and original,
- aud vastly superior to any other plaster for
destroying pain wherever located or from what
ever cause produced, together with all the other
Cuticura Preparations, Ointments, Rosolvents,
Soaps, &c, just received at
WAKEFIELD & HALLS,
app Corner Prince and Fairfax SITS.
CHOICE FLOUR
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BAKERS CRYSTAL,
TENNEY'S NEW SOUTH,
FAMILY AND ROLLER EXTRA,
For sale by
ap23 J. C. MILBURN.
NRASS and GRAIN SCYTHES, Hay Eakes,
~ Grain Cradles aud all other seasonablo goods
IN great variety at
ie15 JAS. F. CARLIN s: SONS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-08-03

OCOTCH HERRING just received by
- iy27 f, &c. MILBURN.
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Richmond COLLEGE

RICHMOND, VA.
EIGHT SCHOOLS-Latin Greek. Modern Lam
guages, English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
and Philosophy. Full corps of eight professors.
Every facility for selecting studies according to
previous preparation aud future aims Several
courses of subsidiary lectures free. Ample
grounds buildings and apparatus. Library, nu-
scum, gymnasium, two literary societies all tho
appliances and advantages Of 4 wcll.cguipped and
prosperous college. obstruction thorough and stand
ards klgh Moral and social surroundings unsur-
passed. Terms for nine months session Matric-
ulation, SIS; room rent, So tuition i'll three
schools, $40; board 800 to 800; fuel, light,
washing. 60 about 500. Next session opens SEP
TEMPER 23, 1896 For catalogue. with fuller
information, addrc II. II. HARRIS,
jy26 eo6w Chairman of Faculty.
Connecticut western news., 1886-03-17
BIaine's Estimate of Butler.

In that part of the second volume of James G. Blaine's book which treats of the Fortieth Congress he says: "Genera
 Butler had long been regarded as pow
 erful antagonist at the bar, and he fully maintained his reputation in the parlia
 mentary arguments in which he became at once involved. He exhibited an cx- traordinary capacity for agitation, pos sessing in high degree what John Ran dolph described as the talent for tur u
 lence' His mind was never at rest. While not appearing to seek controve'- = sies, he possessed singular power of throwing the House into turmoil and dis putation The stormier the scene ii 0 greater his apparent enjoyment and the more striking the display of his peculiar ability. His readiness of repartee, his great resources of information, his famil- iarity with all the expedients and sub- tleties of logical and illogical discussion, contributed to make him not only promi
 nent, but formidable in the House for many years. He was distinguished by habits of industry, had the patience aud the power required for thorough investi- gation, and seemed to possess keen in sight into the personal defects, the mo- tives and the weaknesses of his rivals"
Connecticut western news., 1886-03-17
FOrty-six Years in One Pulpit.

Dr. George Jeffrey, of Glasgow, where he has preached upward of forty-six years, is reported to have explained the secret of his being able to maintain an unbroken ministry in the same place so lon2"to one of the former members of his church, who is now merchant in New York. 'I read," says Dr. Jeffrey, ''every new book that has bearing upon my special work, and make extracts from 1t and index them, so at any moment l can find them when wanted. In this way 1 keep myself from moving in rut. l work as hard as I used to do at twenty, and I keep so far ahead with my sermons that there are always ten or fifteen un- finished ones lying in my drawer ready to receive the results of my latest readings l call them sleeping sermons, but it is they that sleep, and not the people who hear them, "-- Christian Leader.
Connecticut western news., 1886-03-17
Origin of the Steel Pen.

This now indispensable article was slowly perfected, land like most inven- tions thus perfected its merits were not at once acknowledged. When, in 191O, it first made its appearance in England it was piece of sheet steel bent in tubu- lar form, and cut or filed away to initiate the shape of quill pen, the junction of the two edges forming the nib, which, of course extended all up the back of the pen. It was given away as present, and not for use. It was highly polished, per haps gilt or silvered, and sold for as much as shillings.
 In 1894 MT. James Perry, the founder of a system of education once famous as the ''Perryan" system, took up the steel pen as practical invention, and by in- domitable energy overcame the difficult ties in its construction and the objections to its use. He patented several varieties, and spared no expense to attain perfec- tion. His brother informed MT. Samuel Timmins, of Birmingham, England, that he paid 7 shillings per pound for his steel, and 5 shillings per pen to the first workmen he employed, and that for years afterward the price given to his work men was 36 shillings per gross,-Louis- pillp CO,tyior-J Journal
Connecticut western news., 1886-03-17
Governors Island.

A New York letter to the Troy Times thus describes Governors island, where General Hancock died: Governors island which contains about fifty acres, was originally called Nutten island, from the abundance of nuts grown there. It was purchased by the federal govern ment soon after the opening of the pres ent century, and has since then been an important post. Itfronts the harbor, and is seperated from this city by the East river, which here is half mile wide. A narrow but rapid estuary called Butter milk channel separates it from Brooklyn, and the island is only reached by gov ernment ferry, which crosses the East river at the Battery. Governors island is considered the most desirable military station for residence) in the country, beng very healthy, and then so conven- tent to this city that all the pleasures of the latter are within easy reach. On the extreme west stands showy structure of stone called Castle William, whose en- brasures and cannon have defiant look, but really they are of no defensive power against foreign fleet. In the centre of the island, however, is a star fort of the most perfect character, and near by are the officers dwellings, one of which now contains the honored corpse. Governors island first came into active use during the Mexican war, when it was place of encampment for our volunteers. During the civil war, however, the number was increased to vast extent, and often 20,- 900 men were camped there, awaiting or ders. It will henceforth have new and impressive prominence in the history of one of the greatest of modern heroes.
Connecticut western news., 1886-03-17
A Punching Club.

A lady who has organized Sunday school classes of London street boys tells of the organization of singular club She says: "The inherited love of drink ran in the veins of many of my scholars, and they showed evident signs that they were prepared to tread in the footsteps of their parents. Several were drunk regularly on payday, and often besides; and when I came back to London after my summer and autumn absence, and re- assembled the class, one extra candid boy volunteered that they had been pretty nearly ali the worse for driDk at Christ mas. To counteract this tendency, I started temperance society, and though they broke their pledges sadly, especially at first, it has gained ground and done good. also established savings bank, hoping that they would learn to value the feeling of possessing few shillings, instead of being absolutely penniless. Another institution of rather curious nature was set on foot by mutual agree ment among themselves, in imitation of one that fourished in Bloomsbury. It went by the name of the Punching Club, and aimed at checking the horrible lan- guage which they told me Cfor an innate refinement prevented even the lowest and toughest from ever using bad word in my presence) had become kind of sec ond nature to them; each member under took that if he swore, he would patiently submit to receive a punch from each member who might hear him. I believe this penance had marvellous effect on the vocabulary of the street. By degrees it fell into abeyance, and a marked in crease of bad language was the result; but quite lately it has been re-established, entirely by the boys own wish, in mod flied form, the punch being exchanged for half penny fine."