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An investments that Paid $4,000 Per
Cent.

died suddenly recently at fremont, o. Taken
sick while shopping, he died on the way home
of heart disease He was a brother OF the Hon.
Mahlon Chance, of Ohio; Capt. Jesse Chance of
the 18th u. 8. Cavalry, aud of Mrs. Stanley
Huntley, widow of the late Brooklyn Eagle hui
mOrist. He drew $4,000 in the drawing Of
the Louisiana State Lottery on July 10th, 1883.
and invested it in land in Dakota Territory,
where stationed. At his death his estate was
worth over 800, 900. He put his money where
he got q return OF $4,000 per cent on his two
dollar tnvestment-N. o. 7inaes-Democrat, Dec
IL.
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Look Ar Gun II R1cEs

John 4 KELLY.
Wholesale and Retail DealerIa
FIRSTCLASS BEEF, VEAL,
LAMB, MUTTON, &c
CORN BEEF A SPECIALITY.
Stalls-62S. 62S and $50 Market. 9th st. wing
2U6 and 2US Northern Liberty Market.
Marketing delivered tree OF charge 10 all parts Of the
city. >c26
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THx OnDEn Or THn Llsr

COMMENCING WITH PIANOS, &c, &c
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50 Per Gallon. 75c. Quart Bottle. No. /
Rye Whisky, best in the world for the money.
Orders by mail. McGee's, 9th, near st.
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MOrel1, 734 9th st. NV, so F. Cigars ii to
"a. Every style Showcases. Lowest Prices Try 6
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CITY AND DISTRICT.

] nILE waiting. glasses repaired. Hempler,s.
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Some ofthese Every stylish) would have beer. sold
long before this but owing to the cold weather
they were thought to be little light. Now, in the
early spring, they are just what Is needed. Sudden
changes from mild to cold make garment like these
welcome and comfortable. SEE THEM and you will
be convinced that at the price is ECONOMY to buy
and lay them away until next season.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1886-02-24

THE Y. II. G. A. BUILDING FUND-The fol
lowing amounts have been received towards tils
\. n. L. A. building fund: From r. H. Harris
horn, $40; Miss ~. &. Cook, $40; q. IL. Read
$40; Carter Ballaatyne, $40; Z. Is. Bailey, SIoo
Ma ~ L. w S.
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EoR VARIOUS CHAEITIES.-Dr. II. Nichols
Wadsworth sends 81 Tor the night lodging
house, 81 for the Associated Charities anu >
Tor lne Howard row sufferers.
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fine quality Stockinette Coat at only 1898; for
mer price. S. Tailor-fnsh finer quality. at $4.4S;
former price, $3.50.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

rectly opposite, ard which had been charged
twice by Confederate brigades and each time
had repulsed them with greatloss. Our bri-
gade, Colonel M. D. Corse commanding, was
then ordered up to try its hand. Corse I'D.
vanced his men straight at the battery, and
although losing at every step, the brigade
swept over the guns and put the supporting
infantry to flight at the point of the bayonet.
The charge was as we'll planned and as GAL
lantly executed as any other during the war.
Late in the afternoon the fire of the Fed
eral left wing and left centre began to slack
en- and recede, and the yells of the victo-
rious Confederates followed them u they
advanced in pursuit. Military critics say
that the pursuit was not as hercely pushed
as it might have been, for Pope's retreat was
not disorderly until after nightfall sus'
pect the Confederate infantry were pretty
we'll tired out with the heat and burden of
the day, and Stuart's cavalry had but little
chance to operate against infantry and ar.
tillery, even though retreating in that
broken country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24
DRY GOODS.
WE DON'T WANT THEM.

For reasons unaccountabe we have been none
TOO successful with Antique Lace Curtains, and
do not propose to keep them any longer, hence tt
rid the stock Of them entirely and in short order
we have made the following extraordinary reduc
tions:
pairs antique Lace curtains. reduced from 50
to $3.50 per pair.
10 pairs antique Lace curtains, Icdocrd from
SIS to $3.50 per pair.
pairs antique Lace curtains, reduced from So
to S6 per pair.
3 pairs antique Lace curtains reduced from
$3.50 to So per pair.
Gss-Do not defer, but make your selections at
ouce.
(Third floor; take elevator)
WOODWARD & LOTHROP
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24
By Green & Wise. Auctioneers.

DY VIRTUE OF DECREE of the Circuit
ID Court of Ale1andris county, rendered on tho
25th day of May, 1885, in the suit of Robertson
VS.. Robertson, the undersigned, special commits
sioners in the said decree named, will, OIL SAT.
URDAY, the 18th day of April, 1886, at twelve
o'clock m in front of the Market House, in the
city of Alexandria, sell at public auction, to the
highest bidder, all of that VALUABLE TRACT
OF LAND, lying on the waters of the Potomac,
in Prince William county, which was heretofore
N. Willis. except the 67s1e acres which has been
conveyed to the said WILTSHIRE tract to be sold
containing 295 acres.
Tern Of sale: One fourth cash, and the residue
in six, twelve and eighteen months; tho purchaser
to give bond and security for the deferred pay.
ments, and the title to be withheld until the
whole of the purchase money is paid.
G. E. STUART,
E.E MEREDITH,
Commissioners.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24
WTRINKLED CRINKLED ,sEERsUCKERs.
VIC NrU
HEADQUARTERS FOR GINGHAMS.

HEADQUARTERS FOR GINGHAMs.
Crinkled Scesuckers, in checks and strres
light and medium colors, only 12tsc per yard
Criuklcd secsuckcrs. fine, soft, aud NJ ed no
ironing, broad aud narrow stripes, in light nd
medium blue bun, pink. gray, cream, &C., only
Tic per yard.
Crinkled Srcrsuckers, closest Imitation t. the
rnnninc "Ca!cnt'a" goods yet shcwn; broad, lc
dunn and ni.r' Gw pes sptTdi! guilty. only
2dc. per lar'i.
In con Junction with tic above wc beg TO note
the arrival OF another large invoice Of AM. rcan
Sattcens IN choice patterns in both light and
dark grounds same designs rs last years French
goods. Among them is three or four inch wide
stripes for skirts patings, vest fronts, collar aud
cuff trimmings, etc, worth 15r. only 2lSc. per
Tard.
(Second floor take elevator
WOODWARD g. LOTHROP
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24
FANCY GOODS, NOTIONS, &c.

NOTICE-This is to give notice that have
~ this day appointed JOHN R. CHAPMAN my
agent TO transact for me the DRY GOODS, NO
TON and GENTS FURNISHING GOODS busi-
ness in the city of Alex ndris. The place at
which said business is for be present tn be con-
Quoted il No. 81 King stree E5
Dated March II, 1886 lsS
mh1S-2w DANIEL. r. ARBUCKLE.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

Lot Ladies White Sheer Linen Hemstitched
Handkerchiefs, diced corners. fine quality,
REDUCED FROM 33c. TO 25c. EACH.
Lot Ladies' White Sheer Linen Hemstitched
handkerchief, two rows of embroidered dots on
border,
REDUCED FROM 371bc. TO 29c EACH.
Lot 3-Ladies White Sheer Linen Two row
Heinstiched Handkcrchie!s, diced borders, extra
fine quality,
REDUCED FROM 81 lbc. TO 29c EACH.
Notc.--Do not forget the immense lot of Mems
Colored bordered Hemstitcbed Handkerchiefs,
advertised ut csc, Their real value is 371ac.,
4Oc. and Soc each Choice, 25c
middle counter; first foor.)
WOODWARD & LOTHROP.
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Second llOOr; take 'cIevator).
WOODWARD 6 LOTHROP.
TREAM DRESS GOODS.

Everything indicates an unprecedented demand
for Cream White Dresses, consequently we have
prepared ourselves with elegant stock. and
quote the following spcciaitcc:
4O-in. Cream Twied and Plain All Wool Elan =.
ncls. only SOC. per yd
46.in. Cream Twillcd and Plain All-Wool Fian-
nels. only G21ac. per yd
54-in. Cream Twilled Flannel, only Zoe per I'd.
WOODWARD g. I0THROP.
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Special Commissioner.

l, John g. Beach, Clerk of the Corporation
Court of the city of Alexandria. do certify that
James 3. Cation, special commissioner above, has
executed bond, with approved security, in the
penalty of 10000 conditioned according to law.
mh19-ts JOHN g. BEACH Clerk
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24
SPRING AND SUMNER d APERIEs.

Cream and Lemon Colorcd Madras Curtains, be-
ing light and soft they are the pretticst Curtains
for spring and summer Eow in the market. Prices
from So so to 81 per pair.
and deservedly so, being exquisite in both designs
and colorings. Prices $3.50 SIG and $50 per
pair.
We are exhibiting unquestionably the best va
riety of White and Ecru Nottingham Lace Cur.
tains ever shown by US, and at prices as low as
have ever prevailed for these qualities. Prices
81, 81 15, 81 .25 $175, So, $3.25. 81, S. and up
ward Each price q genuine bargain
Excellent variety of so in. Colorcd Turcoman
Curtains. Prices on these goods have reached
bottom as thcro is possibility # their ever be-
ing lower Rich colors Prices, $3.50, So, up to
$35, worth 10 per cent more
For making curtains or hanginsS VIC have sc-
cured an elegant line of 5O.in Curtain Madras, in
polka.spots and ring designs, on light and dark
blue grounds, very handsome, only 60 cents per
yard.
Complete Curtain Poles, at % cents, still hold
out. Better grades in brass trimmings and orna-
mental moudings, 5Oc 75c. and 81.
@-You will find it to your interest to visit
this department..
Third floor; take clevator.)
WOODWARD G. LOTHROP,
BOSTON DRY GOODS HOUSE,
ONE PRICE ONLY.
921 Pa. av. WASHINGTON. D. G.. 012 d st.
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AU communications should be addressed to Gd=ette,
Alexandria, ld
Persons tearing the city hare the Gazette mailed
to them, postpaid, for fifty cents month, and the
address changed as often as desired.
Contract advertisers riN not be aoued TO exceed their
space, unless the is paid for at transient rates,
and under no circumstances 1ciN they be aNo,oed to
adrertse other than their legitimate business in the
space contracted for.
All transient advertisements mast be paid for in ad
rance.
Resolutions in memoram of thanks tributes Of respect,
resolutions adopted by societies persons, unless Of
public concern, aiN only be printed in this paper as
advertisements.
Marriage and death notices must be paid for in ad
rance.
The Gazette office is connected ,rh the Telephone En-
change. Advertisements orders for the paper. ners
any information or business can be sent By tele-
phone
Entered at The Posoice at Alexandria, Virginia, as
Second-claSS matter
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A MOTHER SUPPLY OF THE SLAYMAKEE
n CORSET Just received by
mh19 AMOseB. B.fsLAYMAKER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24
AUCTION SALES.

RY VIRTUE OF A DECREE of the Circuit
~ Court of the city of Alexandria, rendered on
the 18th day of May, 1886, in the chancery cause
therein depending of The Washington City Saw.
ais, the undersigned, commissioner named in said
decree, will, on MONDAY. the 10Th day of April,
| 1886, at IL o'clock M, in front of the Conrt
House in the county of Fairfax, sell at public
auction to the highest bidder the following tracts
of land, to wit:
ATRACT OF ABOUT FIFTY ACRES, described
as Daviss purchase of Moore, near Hunters Mill
in said county, occupied by Walters Thompson
and described in the proceedings in this cause
Also TRACT OF ABOUT EIGHT AND ONE
HALF ACRES, described in said proceedings as
Thornton's purchase of Waters, and adjoining
| what is known as the Thornton tract, in said
county.
Terms One-third cash. and the residue to be
paid in equal instalments at six, twelve and
eighteen months respectively with interest from
the day of sae to be secured to the satisfaction Of
the commissioner, he to retain the title to said
land until the purchaser shall have paid all the
purchase money; the conveyancing to be at the
expense of the purchaser, and he to have the
privilege of paying the purchase money in full at
any time, upon which he shall be entitled to the
conveyance. W. WILLOUGHBY,
Commissioner.
l, John S. Beach, Clerk of the Circuit Court of
Alexandria city, do certify that w. Willouphby,
day executed the bond required by the decree
above referred to. with approved security.
Given under my hand this 9th day of No.
vember. 1885. JOHN s. BEACH, Clerk
nh22-eots By A. w. ARMSTRONG, Dep. C.
QY VIRTUE OF A DECREE of the Corporation
- Court OF the city Of Alexandria, rendered on
the 18th day Of March, 1886, in the chancery
cause therein deptnding between John A. Field
and wife, plaintiffs and Isaac Buckingham and
others, defendants tho undersigned will offer for
sale at private sale until SATURDAY, the 18th
day Of April. 1886. at II o'clock m. on tho said
day, when If not sold vi ptvac sale by that time)
trance to tho Market Building ut public auction
to the highe t bidder the following property viz:
1. THREE-sTDRY BRICK DWELLING and
LOf OF GROUN the north side of Prince
street, between st Asaph and Pitt streets, for
merly the rcsdrnre If Mary Buckingham, de-
ceased.
.. VACANT LOT OF GROUND adjoining
the above.described property on the east.
g. TWO-STORY BRICK DWELLING and
LOT F GROUND OIL the west side OF Fairfax
street. between Cameron and Queen streets, front
ing on Fairfax street % feet 1Ol:, inches
Terms Of sale: One third Of purchase money
cash day of sale and the residue in three equal
instalments at six, twelve and eighteen months
from the day Of sale; title to be retained until
the whole purchase money is paid, and the bonds
of the purchaser to be taken, with approved Sc
curity and bearing interest," for the deferred in
JAMES R. CATION,
Special Commissioner.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

NORN-ADAMS' EXTRA EARLY CORN and
~ SILVER SKIN ONION SETS. Alarge sup.
ply just received from Landreth.
mh17 E. g. LEADBEATER & BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

I, Benjamin Austin, Clerk of tho Circuit Court
of Alexandria county, Virginia, do hereby certify
bond has been given by E. E. Meredith, special
Commissioner, with approved security according
to law, in the above entitled cause. Given under
my hand, as Clerk Of said Court. this 18th day of
March 1885, Test: BENZ. AUSTIN, Clerk.
mar16-ts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

CEED ATOES-NORTHERN EARLY
y ROSE POTATOES, for seed, received to day by
mills ]. c. MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

VALENCIA ORANGES and MEssINA LEM,
Y ONS just received by
mhS j. g. MlLBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

HLAss FOR HOT BEDS-6xs, 7x9 and sx1O.
VI A large supply on hand, which we offer at
lowest prices.
mh17 E. S. LEADBEATER g. BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

u the latest and BEST being burglar-proof; easi-
ly applied never out of order and adapted to ey-
cry window, old or new. Call and see them. For
sale only by JAS. F. CARLIN & SONS
feb27 in AIexan dria. Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24
DERRY's HARNESS OIL SOAP.

Three sizes-s1, so and 25c sizes; the finest
article in the world for harness For sale by
feb27 W. F. CREIGHTON co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

A LARGE LOT OF FULL REGuLAR-MADE
II HOSE for children that have beef selling for
25c, reduced to tic at
mh19 AMOS B. SLAYMAKERS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

TREAT CHANCE FOB CHEAP AND GOOD
" SHIRTS-A. B. g. SHIRTS reduced to 6Oc q
piece, or So so per half dozen, to close out sur
plus stock at
jan22 AMOS B. SLAYMAKER'S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

ENTERPRISE MEAT CHOPPERS, just the
"a thing for mince meat, puddings, &C. Also
ENTERPRISE. COFFEE MILLS, both of which
will make useful gifts for the holidays Call and
see them.
dec11 JAS. +. CARLlN SONS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

DRIME SMOKED BLOATERS just received by
feb24 McBURNEY & son.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

ENTERPRISE MEAT CUTTERs-nothing ex-
T. cells them for chopping sausage meat, mince
meat, chicken salad and scrap meat. For sale by
JAS. F. CARLIN Il SONS
dec21 Alaxandris, Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

GELATINE-Nelson's, Coxe's and Chalmers
VI Gelatine just received by
feb2o &c. MILBURN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24

n & Co. of the Baltimore, Kentucky, Daytor
and Jersey shape for sale in quantity to suit
wholesale and retail, at SO King corner of Roya
street by.
noy14 J. T. CREIGHTON & SON.
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Alpxan1ria 0azette.
PUBLISHED DAILY AND TRI. WEEKLY By
EDGAR WIDEN,

20 and 72 Prince st
TrpT JUFEHT
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1886-03-24
DEDUCED PRICES ON HANDKERCHIEFs

nlrd Hoor; take elevator.
WOODWARD & LOTHROP,
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1886-12-08
CANADA Is EXCITED
OVER THE uTTERANCES OF THEPRESIDENr
on THE FISHERY DISPUTE.


OTTAWA, ONT, December The ref
erences in President Cleveland's message
relating to the action of Canadian Officials
toward American fishermen created quite
q sensation in department circles here, and
are not regarded rs calculated TO facilitate
a asettlement ofthe disputed question. The
spirit Of courtesy which existedi in the en-
forcement of regulations by the Canadian
Government is contrasted with the seizure
Of British vessels in the Northern Pacific
and the alleged unjust treatment Of the
crews Of the latter The entire Canadian
press is sure to condemn President Cleve-
land.
None Of the Cabinet Ministers will dis
cuss the message, but all re echo the desire
ofthe American Government TO see just
aud acceptable conclusion reached. II can
be relied upon that Canada will not back
down without cause from the firm stand
she has taken. II is officially learned that
if matters are not settled before spring the
Canadian patrol sc rvice will be extended by
the addition of six new cruisers, including
several steamers.
The increase in the fishing industry
throughout the Maritime Province is most
marked, especially since the abrogation Of
the treaty, and the increase in Nova Scotia
has heen nronortionnte Two wears AGO
there were hut nine vessels engaged in the
Prince Edward Island fisheries; now there
are 53 vessels with 200 fathoms Of seincs.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1886-12-08
I'm the IIDuSP.

WASHINGToN, December Tn the
House, after reading the journal, by un-
animOus consent, the States were called
for the introduction of bills and resOlu-
tions, when the following were introduced
and referred:
/ BY Mr. Herbert, of Alabama, resOlu-
tion authorizing the Committee on Rules,
upon one days notice, to designate any
measure for the consideration of the
| House.
BY Mr. Adams, of New York, to change
| the law in relation to the amount Of
State boniS required to be kept ON deposit
| by National banks rs security for their
circulating notes. 1t provides that
banks having capital of $500, 600 or
| less shall not he required 10 keep on de
pOsit bonds in excess Of One-tenth Of
| their capital stock rs security for their
circulating notes; and such of those banks
rs have on deposit bonds in excess of this
amount are authorized TO reduce their
circulation by the deposit of lawful money
as provided by law; provided that the
amount of such circulating notes shall not
exceed in any case 80 per cent.
the par value of the bonds deposited aSf
herein provided.
By Mr.. Peters, of Kansas, for the de
poSit of gold or silver coin or bullion as
security for national bank circulation.
| Ry Mr.. Henderson, of Iowa, for the re-
lief of the L. S. Supreme Court and to ex-
pedite the dispatch of business in that
Court; also, requiring investigation and
| legislation compelling the payment to the
| General Government for the use of lands
| by cattle companies
| BY Mr.. Lyman, of Iowa, authorizing the
construction ola bridge between Omaha and
Council Bluffs.
BY Mr.. Gay, of Louisiana, authorizing
| the Mississippi River Commission to pro-
tect the caving banks at Plaquemine, Fla.
By Mr.. Parker. of New York, to amend
| the Oleomargarine bill. Referred TO the
Committee on Agriculture.
Mr.. Cox, of New York, to amend Section
| 51R.S., so rs to read: Whenever a vacan-
| CIV occurs in either House of Congress, by
death or otherwise, Of any member or del
| egate elected or appointed thereto, after
the commencement of the Congress to
which he has been elected or appointed,
| the person elected or appointed TO hu 1t
shall be compensated and paid from the
time that he is elected to ill said vacancy;
provided that he shall not receive pay
while holding any Federal office This
corrects the law which authorizes two
Salaries-one to q Congressman and the
other to an officer, such Is Minister. 1t is
understood that Mr. Cox, who is under the
law entitled to two salaries, intends to
comply with the provisions of this act,
even though it is not enacted into a
law.
In the morning hour, Mr.. Bragg, of
Wisconsin, on behalf of the committee on
military affairs, called up for action the
Senate bill for the relief of graduates of
military academies. The bill was passed.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1886-12-08
SENTENCED TO DEATH.
\ sixteen Year Old Assassin TO BE Hanged
in Missouri.

\ sixteen Year-OId Assassin TO BE Hanged
in Missouri.
JEFFERSON, Mo, December 7.-DeciS-
ions by the Supreme Court were handed
down to-day. That OF principal interest
was one by Judge Black, in the ease Of the
State VS.. J. ;. Payton. This case comes
from Christian county, and the following
is its history: On the 10Th day of April,
1855, PaytOn and his brother William at
tempted to aSsaSSinate l.. T. Matthews,
who was moving his family. Both men
fired at him with rifles. Matthews was
slightly wounded and an infant child OF
his, which was in the arms OF his wite'S
sister, was shot through the head and in
stantly killed Both of the PaytOn boys
were arrested. Upon trial J. $ PaytOu
was convicted of murder in the first de-
gree. An appeal was taken to the Supreme
Court, where the Judgment of the lower
court was affirmed and PaytOn sentenced
to be hanged Friday, January II, 1Ss7.
PaytOn is only about six teen years old,
and it is said that strong effort will be
made 70 induce Governor MarmaduEe to
commute his sentence. 1t Is thought that
the Governor will not interfere, for no per-
son under eighteen years OF age can be
committed to the penitentiary in this
State, and should the sentence be COM
muted the prisoner could obtain his free
dom by habeas corpus proceeding This
has occurred once before, and it is likely
that the Governor will not allow it to
happen again.